A part-time job can be a great way to make extra money during your time as an undergraduate student, as well as offset the cost of that pesky student loan. Many of these jobs can also provide work experience to add to your resume and help prepare you for a future career.

The cost of attending a university is high enough without having to worry about textbook expenses each semester. In this article, I’ll share the tips I’ve learned and the resources I’ve utilized to minimize my textbook expenses while pursuing higher education.