Flexi-job or student job in 2025? Here is how to get more out of your side income!

Flexi-job or student job in 2025? Here is how to get more out of your side income!

Ah, student jobs. That magical way for every Flemish student to scrape together some cash alongside their studies. Because let's be honest: studying takes enough energy as it is, but without money it just isn't much fun. In 2025, the world of flexi-jobs and student jobs in Flanders has evolved once again. Time to help you, as a smart student, find your way to getting the most out of that side income, with a wink and some practical tips.

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Student@work and those well-known 650 hours, what is that all about?

First things first, a quick refresher: in Flanders, the Student@work scheme still applies in 2025. In concrete terms, this means a student may work a maximum of 650 hours per calendar year at reduced ONSS contributions. Ideal for earning extra money legally without high social contributions cropping up. So this is different from a 'normal' job, where you usually pay more contributions and taxes.

If, for example, you do a student job in the summer or weekend work in hospitality, keep good track of those 650 hours via Student@work. Going over them? Then the benefits lapse and you pay the normal contributions.

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Flexi-job: how does it work for students?

In 2025, flexi-jobs have been extended to additional sectors and remain popular in hospitality and retail. Do note: a flexi-job is a separate status with specific conditions. For classic student contracts, Student@work (600 hours) is the standard. Whether you can work under a flexi-regime as a student depends on your personal situation and the legal conditions at the employer.

Want to keep earning extra after your 600 hours? Discuss with the employer which status is possible and check the conditions on official channels. Use platforms such as AnyShift to verify which status is being offered and whether it is in fact a student contract or a flexi-status.

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The ultimate tip: job hopping with vision

In the past, you had one summer job, from 1 June to 31 August, and that was that. But in 2025, job hopping is the new normal. Students often switch from a flexi-job to student work, jump from hospitality to retail, or take on TikTok jobs on the side (yes, that really exists as a job!).

Job hopping keeps your CV lively, makes sure you never have to do a boring job, and teaches you to multitask. But watch out: do keep track of those hours. Overdoing it is never a good idea, and if you exceed the limit of 650 hours under Student@work, the favourable contributions disappear.

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Saving for that first student room or apartment

Have you ever thought about saving while you work? In Flanders, the price level is well known: financing your first student room or apartment takes serious cash. But a student job (or the flexi-job afterwards) can help chip away at that mountain. A smart tip: set aside a budget of about 50 euros per week. Living on 50 euros a week is doable and not always as tough as it sounds.

Pro tip: earning extra through hospitality work on weekends or retail work with flexible hours helps you reach your goals faster. It is less a matter of 'how much' and more about 'how efficiently'.

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Social media jobs: working with a smartphone? Yes, that is possible!

Have you heard of TikTok jobs or content creator gigs that students do alongside their studies? 2025 is the year in which that social media work also starts to count as a student job. Not the same as working in a shop, but paid assignments that are often offered to students via platforms and flexi-job channels.

Here you learn skills that go beyond simply moving boxes or glasses around. Marketing, branding and video skills are the new standard package. What's more, it is ideal for students who would rather not stand in a shop or cafe all day.

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Stress and mental well-being: that matters too

Okay, being a student worker is not all sunshine and roses. Especially when you have to combine school and work, stress and mental well-being can come into play. That is why it is important not to put everything into 'earning extra' just for the money. Flexibility is key, and fortunately more and more flexi-job employers are providing mental support.

Want tips to avoid stress? Take a look at our blogs with advice and stories; there you will find practical tips to stay healthy while you work and study.

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In closing: where do I find all those jobs?

Ready to start? Discover all the current vacancies on our student and flexi-jobs page. The platform is your best friend for earning extra flexibly (and with pleasure).

Want to sign up as a shifter right away and start choosing? Register here as a shifter and start earning smartly today!

Still have questions? Then take a look at our frequently asked questions. Good luck and see you on the work floor!