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Scraping By: A Budget Student's Guide to Part-Time Gigs in Tripoli

@Arthur Webb2/8/2026blog
Scraping By: A Budget Student's Guide to Part-Time Gigs in Tripoli

part-time job opportunities for students in tripoli? more like part-time survival tactics.


so, i’m a student in tripoli, and let me tell you, it’s a wild ride. the rent’s killing me, so i’ve been hunting for gigs that don’t require a degree or a lot of time.

real talk: the city’s still a bit tense, but it’s gotten better. just don’t wander into dark alleys alone, especially after dark.


and the weather? ugh. it’s currently hotter than a forgotten coffee pot in a closed cafe, and the air is thick enough to chew. but hey, beirut’s just a one-hour drive away if you need a break from the heat.

now, about the jobs. i’ve been trying to hustle. tutoring is an option if you’re good at math or english. i tried that, but the pay is peanuts. then there’s working in cafes. i applied at a few, but the competition is fierce because everyone needs the cash.

> heard the souk’s hiring for part-time cleaners. it’s not glamorous, but it’s cash and you get to see the city wake up.

> if you’re willing to work weekends, check out the new mall. they’re hiring for sales, and the pay’s okay, but the hours suck.

> stay away from the area near the port at night. too many sketchy characters. and don’t trust anyone offering a job that sounds too good to be true.

i found some listings on jobfinder lebanon and r/lebanon, but they’re not always updated.

also, if you’re into food, maybe try a kitchen job? the pay is better, but it’s exhausting. i tried it once and lasted a week.

anyway, that’s my two cents. hope it helps, but honestly, we’re all just trying to survive here.

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About the author: Arthur Webb

Coffee addict. Tech enthusiast. Professional curious person.

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