5.80 per hour, in Australia it's A$14.31 per hour and in the US it's US$7.25. You may be paid weekly, fortnightly or monthly, and usually as a direct deposit into your bank account. You will pay tax out of your salary, and you should register for a local tax number (called a National Insurance number in the UK, and a Tax File Number in Australia) as soon as you are offered a job. You may be eligible for a tax return when you leave after your studies. What about voluntary work? Even though you might not be paid, it's still worth taking on voluntary work for a non-profit organisation, or a short-term work experience placement. You will learn valuable work skills. Just check that it's not a job that a local citizen would be paid to do -- don't take the risk of being exploited. It's important to think about your course workload before you take on part-time work. If you have a lot of contact hours and a heavy commitment to group work, you may not want to take on work that will cause you extra stress. But some jobs can add an entirely new dimension to your student life. You'll meet new friends, learn new skills and discover your own hidden talents. It could be the highlight of your study abroad experience. Will you be looking for part-time work when you study? What do you hope to do? Tell us in the comments box below! i i am