International students pursuing a master’s degree in Ireland have the opportunity to work part-time while studying, subject to certain regulations:

Regulations for International Students Working Part-Time in Ireland

• Students with a Stamp 2 visa can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and up to 40 hours per week during official holidays.

• Holiday periods are standardized from June to September and from December 15 to January 15

• Students must be enrolled in a full-time course at or above NFQ Level 7 that lasts for at least one year.

• A Personal Public Services (PPS) number is required to work part-time

• Students must have an Irish bank account for salary payments

• Students must comply with Irish tax laws and employment regulations.

Common Part-Time Jobs and Average Hourly Wages

Here are some popular part-time jobs for international students in Ireland, along with their average hourly wages:

Job TitleAverage Hourly Wage (INR)Sales AssistantINR 1,894TutorINR 2,254Library AssistantINR 1,443Restaurant/Bar/Cafe WorkerINR 902Community Support WorkerINR 2,164Call Center AgentINR 992Administrative AssistantINR 1,353

The minimum wage in Ireland is approximately INR 1,000 per hour.

On-Campus vs. Off-Campus Jobs

Students can find part-time work both on and off campus:On-Campus Jobs:

• Research Assistant

• Teaching Assistant

• Library Attendant

• Campus Tour Guide

Off-Campus Jobs:

• Retail Store Assistant

• Waiter/Waitress

• Cleaner

• Parking Agent

By working part-time, Indian students can gain valuable work experience, improve their language skills, and offset some of their living expenses while studying in Ireland.