Hire Talented Students to Drive Your Startup’s Growth
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Post Your Job: Share your requirements and create a job listing for flexible part-time roles. We’ll match you with skilled university students.
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Review Student Profiles: Browse a selection of talented students tailored to your needs. Choose the best fit based on their skills and experience.
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Hire and Grow: Interview your top candidates, and once hired, they’ll work remotely, helping your startup scale efficiently and affordably.
UCL DURHAM EDINBURGH BATH BIRMINGHAM ASTON STIRLING EXETER NOTTINGHAM BRISTOL NOTTINGHAM TRENT LEICESTER UWE ROEHAMPTON FALMOUTH THE COURTAULD SOUTH TYNESIDE
UCL DURHAM EDINBURGH BATH BIRMINGHAM ASTON STIRLING EXETER NOTTINGHAM BRISTOL NOTTINGHAM TRENT LEICESTER UWE ROEHAMPTON FALMOUTH THE COURTAULD SOUTH TYNESIDE
UCL DURHAM EDINBURGH BATH BIRMINGHAM ASTON STIRLING EXETER NOTTINGHAM BRISTOL NOTTINGHAM TRENT LEICESTER UWE ROEHAMPTON FALMOUTH THE COURTAULD SOUTH TYNESIDE
Frequently asked questions
Who employs the student?
Next Wave acts as the intermediary. You pay us, and we handle payments to the student. This streamlines the process and ensures compliance with employment regulations.
The hours worked are tracked through a shared document provided by Next Wave.
How are students paid?
Students are paid £12 per hour, with an additional charge per hour billed to cover tax, holiday pay, administrative costs, and service fees.
Can I hire a student full-time later?
Yes, if the student fits well with your company, you can transition them to a full-time role after discussing terms with us.
How quickly can I hire a student?
After the role is posted we narrow down to 3-5 strong candidates for you to interview, depending on the number of applicants.
The whole process takes roughly,1.5 – 2 weeks from posting the job to making your final selection.
How many candidates will I receive?
We narrow down to 3-5 strong candidates for you to interview, depending on the number of applicants.
What are the typical working hours per week, and is there a minimum?
Typically students are available for 5-18 hours a week. There is no minimum hours required.
What if the student isn’t performing well?
If the student is underperforming, we’ll replace them free of charge to ensure your role continues smoothly
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More expensive to hire a graduate for 6 months than a student
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