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The USD Student Employment Center resources are provided free of charge to both students and employers. All hiring and compensation for work performed by the student employee is handled directly between the student and the employer. The USD Student Employment Center does not perform background checks on students applying for jobs, nor on employers posting job opportunities. Employers and students are encouraged to request reference information from each other as needed to establish qualifications and credentials.
The University of San Diego acts only as a referral service and makes no representation or guarantee about positions listed by the Student Employment Center. USD is not responsible for safety, working conditions, wages, or other aspects of the student's employment. The student is advised to use caution when applying for any position with an organization or private party.
Prospective employers
Prospective employers wishing to post a job description should contact the Student Employment Center via email at usdsec@sandiego.edu.
On-Campus Employment
Our on-campus work is designed to be flexible with your schedule, so you have the chance to earn money and gain valuable job experience without compromising your academic progress.
Casual Workers
Several departments on campus hire students as casual workers who have not been awarded Federal Work-Study, including students with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) status. Departments include Auxiliary Services (Dining, Catering, Torero Store and more), Telefunding and Information Technology Tech Support Center. Most students work 10-15 hours per week, with a maximum of 25 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters set by university policy. If there's a particular location in which you would like to work, you may note that on your part-time application.
Just Added
Job Number: 3103
Job Title: Industry and Employer Relations, Grad Student Assistant
Pay Rate: $18.25/hr.
Location: USD
No. Positions: 2
Description
Data Analysis:
- Assistance with data analysis on team performance over the course of the year.
- Assistance with budget logging and analysis.
- Conduct research on employers, alumni, industries, recruiting events, and employment opportunities to support student career development initiatives.
- Assist with special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.
Event Coordination/Support:
- Provide administrative and logistical support for employer engagement programs, networking events, workshops, and other Industry & Employer Relations initiatives.
- Support community engagement by interacting professionally with students, alumni, employers, and campus partners through social media and other communications.
Social Media/Marketing:
- Monitor social media performance and recommend strategies to improve engagement and reach.
- Develop and manage social media content to promote employer events, career resources, and student engagement opportunities across platforms such as Instagram and LinkedIn.
- Create compelling graphics, short-form videos (e.g., Instagram Reels), and other digital content to highlight events, employer partnerships, and student success stories.
Skills
- Current graduate student
- Experience with Canva or a similar graphic design platform.
- Proficiency with Excel, including basic formulas and reporting tools.
- Proficiency Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Slides, and Drive).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and resourceful with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Professional and collaborative, with the ability to interact confidently with employers, alumni, faculty, staff, and students.
- Interest in employer relations, career services, higher education, marketing, or event planning is preferred.
Additional Information
Proposed hours per week: 20
Schedule
Flexible, M-F. Can work remotely.
Other Opportunities
Job Number: 2994
Job Title: USD Telefunding Student Caller
Pay Rate: $17.75/hr
Location: USD
No. Positions: 12
Description
Gain valuable networking and work experience communicating with alumni, parents, and supporters of USD if efforts to fundraise for crucial scholarships. Students call parents and alumni of USD to fundraise for scholarships and other student-oriented initiatives.
Skills
Must be a current undergraduate student, No experience required
Schedule
Flexible; 10.5 hours per week
Job Number: 3017
Job Title: USD Athletic Equipment Services
Pay Rate: $17.75/hr
Location: USD
No. Positions: 4
Description
Student manager position with Torero Football Program. Students needed to help with football practice and games. Managers will set up and break down field before and after practice and assist coaches and players with drills during practice. Further duties available as schedule permits. Contact for further information.
Skills
Position requires physical labor, heavy lifting and running as drills require. Football/athletics background preferred but not required.
Schedule
MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PRACTICE TIMES. Tuesday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Saturdays: Variable.
Off-Campus Employment
The Student Employment Center maintains a job board of part-time positions in the local San Diego community in the areas of office assistance, tutoring, childcare and more.
Just Added
Job Number: 1239
Job Title: Nanny / Family Assistant
Pay Rate: $22 / hr
Location: Point Loma
No. Positions: 2
Description
We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and energetic Nanny / Household Assistant to provide quality care for our 6-year-old daughter and help keep our home running smoothly.
Safe Transportation: Drive from school to after-school activities, playdates, and appointments.
Active Engagement: Provide attentive supervision, plan age-appropriate activities, and assist with homework if needed.
Routine Management: Maintain daily routines, including after-school snacks, and getting ready for activities and bedtime.
Basic Meals: Prepare healthy, balanced snacks and meals for our child. and Assist with light meal preparation (e.g., simple family dinners).
Light Housekeeping & Organization
Child-Related Tidying: Keep play areas, child’s bedroom, and study spaces tidy and organized; encourage our daughter to clean up after herself.
General Upkeep: Maintain daily kitchen cleanliness (loading/unloading the dishwasher, wiping down counters)
Laundry & Linens: Assist with laundry when needed.
Light Household Management: Assist with basic errands (e.g., grocery store runs or package pickups) and periodic household organizing as needed.
Skills
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and safe vehicle (Willingness to share driving record upon request)
Strong communication skills, reliability, and punctuality.
Previous experience in childcare or household assistance.
Additional Information
Proposed Start Date: 9/1/2026
Typical Schedule (with some flexibility) Monday: Flexible Tues: 3:45- 5:45 Thurs: 3:45- 5:45 Fri: 2:40 - Flexible end + additional hours for ad hoc needs.
Schedule
Monday - Friday
Job Number: 1240
Job Title: After-School Family Assistant - La Jolla
Pay Rate: $25-$30 / hr
Location: La Jolla
No. Positions: 1
Description
After-School Family Assistant — La Jolla, Near UCSD
We are seeking a warm, affable, and dependable college student to assist our 14-year-old Monday–Thursday, 5–8 p.m.
Responsibilities include:
* Pickup from school or the bus stop
* Preparing a simple dinner and cleaning the kitchen afterward
* Homework support
* Occasional local errands, such as grocery pickups or returns
His school is next to UC San Diego, and our home is nearby in La Jolla.
Applicants must have a reliable car, valid driver’s license, safe driving record, automobile insurance, and references. Experience with teenagers and tutoring is a plus.
Approximately 10 guaranteed hours per week. Pay: $25–30/hour, depending on experience, plus reimbursement for mileage driven while working.
Please reply with your school year and major, availability for the upcoming quarter, relevant experience, and two references.
Skills
Ability to cook, Exceptional Driver, Helpful, Homework Help
Schedule
5pm-8pm, Mon-Thurs
Job Number: 1241
Job Title: Nanny
Pay Rate: $21 / hr
Location: Mission Valley
No. Positions: 1-2
Description
We are looking for a warm, reliable, and experienced infant nanny to help care for our baby, who will be 3
months old when the position begins.
We are open to hiring one nanny to cover the full week or two part-time nannies who can split the
schedule. We are particularly open to college students with prior newborn/infant childcare experience who are
looking for a consistent position around their school schedule.
Schedule
Our core childcare hours are 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. There may be potential for
additional hours and reasonable notice will be provided if additional hours are needed.
If hiring two nannies, we are looking for consistent recurring days, such as 2–3 days per week per nanny, or
mornings for one and afternoons for the other, rather than a constantly changing schedule.
For college students, we are happy to work around class schedules and understand that availability may
change between academic terms. We would establish a consistent schedule for each semester and discuss
any schedule changes in advance.
Responsibilities
This is a childcare-only position focused exclusively on caring for our infant.
Responsibilities include:
Providing attentive, loving care for our baby
Diapering and general infant care
Following baby's nap and sleep schedule
Age-appropriate play and developmental activities
Tummy time, reading, and other appropriate activities
Helping maintain a safe, calm, and nurturing environment
Communicating with parents about baby's day, schedule, and needs
No household cleaning, laundry, errands, meal preparation, or other household duties are expected.
Nap time can be used for homework or other personal tasks.
Working Alongside Mom
Mom works fully from home and will be present in the home during the nanny's shifts. Mom will also be
breastfeeding the baby throughout the day. Dad works partially from home and will be present in the home
during some of the nanny’s shifts throughout the week.
We are looking for someone who is comfortable working alongside a work-from-home parent and
understands that Mom will periodically step away from work to breastfeed and spend time with the baby.
We want the nanny to feel comfortable taking the lead in caring for the baby during working hours while also
communicating openly and collaborating with Mom and Dad.
Skills
Previous newborn/infant childcare experience is required
Infant CPR certification
Non-smoker
Reliable transportation
Dependable and punctual
Warm, patient, attentive, and genuinely enjoys caring for infants
Comfortable independently caring for a young infant
Follow parents' preferences and baby's established routine
Strong communication skills
Able to provide childcare references
Comfortable around small dogs (no dog responsibilities required)
Schedule
M-F 9am - 4pm, open to multiple nannies to cover the schedule
Other Opportunities
Job Number: 0337
Job Title: Helper
Pay Rate: $17.75/hr
Location: La Jolla
No. Positions: 1
Description
Garden work, light construction work, cleaning, sweeping, errands, shopping.
Schedule
Flexible, to be determined
Job Number: 1234
Job Title: Personal Assistant/ Backup Aid
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Location: Mission Valley
No. Positions: 1
Description
Seeking a reliable, on-call Personal Assistant to provide backup support for a USD Alumna. This role involves assisting the employer at home, on modeling sets, and within a preschool environment. This position is intended to cover shifts when primary aides are unavailable.
Key Responsibilities:
Accompany and assist the employer during professional modeling engagements and preschool work shifts. Students will be cleared as volunteers through the preschool when assisting employer in tasks. Students are not directly interacting with children, rather aiding employer in her role.
Home & Pet Care: Help with household tasks in a home with kittens and visiting dogs.
Skills
Requirements:
Must be able to lift and maneuver 40+ lbs.
Must be comfortable working with children and animals (cats and dogs).
No allergies to cats or dogs.
Flexible schedule to act as a dependable backup.
Schedule
~12 hrs/ week depending on necessity/availability
Job Number: 1236
Job Title: Driving Nanny/House Manager
Pay Rate: $19-$21 plus mileage
Location: San Diego, Kearny Mesa Area
No. Positions: 1
Description
We are looking for a driving nanny to assist with getting our two teenage boys home from school and to their after school activities. We need help between the hours of 2:00-5:00 two to three days per week. May also assist with household chores like lite dinner prep, grocery pickup, dry cleaning, etc.
Skills
Clean driving record, proof of car insurance
Additional Information
Proposed start date: 9/1/2026
Schedule
Three days a week (flexible) 2:00-5:00pm
Job Number: 1237
Job Title: Nanny
Pay Rate: $24 / hr
Location: Kearny Mesa
No. Positions: 1
Description
Child care for 22 month old for the week of 8/24/26. After this week we will need additional care intermittently (date night, federal holidays etc). Previous experience and references preferred.
Duties include:
Age appropriate play
Walks outside
Meal supervision
Diaper changes
Skills
Previous child care experience
comfortable with dogs
Schedule
varies; up to 15 hours/ week, 8/24 - 8/27: 9am-4pm. Schedule will vary after that
Job Number: 1842
Job Title: APlusSubs Substitute
Pay Rate: Depending on Position
Location: Kearny Mesa
No. Positions: 1
Description
Substitute Teacher and Assistant Teacher Position helping in preschool. Ages vary from infants to 5-years-old.
Skills
Loves working with children. Must pass background check and proof of current TB shot and MMR + D-Tap vaccine
Additional Information
Based off ECU Units:
- Teacher Assistant #1 $19.00 per hour (0-5 child development units)
- Teacher Assistant #2 $20.00 per hour (6-12 child Development units)
- Teachers $24.00 (MUST have 12 child dev. units or 6 complete and enrolled in 6)
- Permitted Teachers $26.00 (at permitted, Title 5 schools)
- Activity leaders $20
Schedule
Flexible, depending on student’s availability.
Job Number: 1849
Job Title: Legacy Swim Academy, LLC Swim Instructor / Deck Attendant
Pay Rate: $17.75-$20.00/hr
Location: Coronado
No. Positions: 8
Description
Legacy Swim Academy is always looking for friendly and enthusiastic individuals to be trained and work as swim instructors, deck attendants and coaches at our two Coronado locations. Instructor: Work with small groups (2-3 students) in the water to teach intro to water, learn to swim, developmental and advanced technique swimming lessons to students ranging from 2.5 years to 15 years old. We encourage and expect an active and participatory role as the leader of your group to help facilitate learning and progress. Deck Attendant: Accurately take attendance and help administer students to their respective teachers/groups throughout the lesson day. Assist in cleaning up the deck area, enforcing safety protocols, providing requested equipment and 10-minute notices to instructors to facilitate a smooth transition for each group in and out of the water. Great part time positions available for high school, college students or recent graduates. Engage in meaningful interactions and help influence the safety and well-being of children in the greater San Diego community!
Skills
An ideal candidate for this position is someone with swimming experience who has high energy but is patient. Applicants should be reliable and responsible when working with children and genuinely enjoy aquatic activities! Our program runs group lessons in an outdoor pool that is heated to 86 degrees. We host Parent/Child, Learn To Swim, Developmental and Advanced Technique lessons. A minimum of 30 hours of in-water training are expected to be completed upon hiring before instructing classes independently. Instructors must be CPR certified or willing to obtain certification or renewal within 30 days of hire. All applicants must agree to and pass a background check.
Schedule
6-12 hours per week; Hours are typically set in 3–4-hour shifts in the afternoon 2:45-6:30 pm M-F an
Job Number: 2518
Job Title: Valet Attendant
Pay Rate: 17.75
Location: San Diego
No. Positions: 15
Description
SPECIAL EVENT VALET JOB DESCRIPTION
About Us:
Preferred Valet Parking is San Diego’s leading special event valet service, trusted for delivering reliable, upscale parking solutions at weddings, private parties, corporate functions, galas, and more. We serve venues and clients all across San Diego County and pride ourselves on professionalism, punctuality, and white-glove service.
Position Summary:
As an Event Valet Attendant, you’ll be the first and last impression for guests attending high-profile events. This role is perfect for individuals who are customer-focused, fast on their feet, and capable of handling a wide range of vehicles in dynamic event environments. You'll represent Preferred Valet Parking with professionalism, care, and a commitment to service excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Warmly greet guests and offer courteous valet service upon arrival.
• Safely drive, park, and retrieve vehicles of all makes and models, including luxury, electric, and manual transmission vehicles.
• Operate with speed and efficiency while maintaining safety standards.
• Log vehicle information and securely manage keys.
• Communicate clearly with guests, fellow valets, and event coordinators.
• Uphold the appearance and cleanliness of the valet station throughout the event.
• Follow all traffic laws, company procedures, and event-specific protocols.
• Report any vehicle damage or guest concerns to the onsite supervisor immediately.
• Deliver excellent guest service even in high-pressure or fast-paced settings.
Qualifications:
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Preferred to drive both automatic AND manual transmission vehicles confidently.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Must be punctual, dependable, and maintain a clean, professional appearance.
• Able to run short distances repeatedly and work on your feet for extended hours.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on event schedules.
• Familiarity with San Diego roadways is a plus.
What We Offer:
• Competitive hourly pay + tips
• Flexible, event-based schedule — great for students or part-time workers
• Opportunities to work at a variety of exciting, high-end events across San Diego
• Uniform provided
• A fast-paced, team-oriented environment with growth opportunities
Work Environment:
• Outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Standing, walking, and running for extended periods.
• Fast-paced, client-facing role in event settings.
Join the Most Trusted Valet Team in San Diego!
If you enjoy working with people, love cars, and want to be part of San Diego’s most trusted valet team, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help make every event a seamless experience for our clients and their guests.
Skills
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Preferred to drive both automatic AND manual transmission vehicles confidently.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Must be punctual, dependable, and maintain a clean, professional appearance.
• Able to run short distances repeatedly and work on your feet for extended hours.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on event schedules.
• Familiarity with San Diego roadways is a plus.
Schedule
20-35 hrs/week, Thursday- Sunday Evening Work