Custom jobs in Germany – Flexible mini-jobs for students

These are individual tasks that don’t fit into our standard categories (e.g. moving, cleaning, tutoring). You can describe your request, and we will find suitable students for it.

Examples include:

• Event support (serving, cloakroom, ticket check)

   

• Household tasks (shopping, organizing, gardening)

   

• Handyman tasks (minor repairs, assembling shelves)

   

• Technical tasks (IT setup, website support)

   

• Creative work (translation, graphic design, social media help)

   

• Any other jobs students can reliably take over.

Be as specific as possible: task description, expected duration, location (or remote), required skills, and whether tools or equipment are provided.

Often within the same or next day – depending on the city and availability.

Yes – for example for events, flyer distribution, or larger projects.

• Hourly rate: Usually €15–20 per hour, depending on the type of work, city, and effort. Specialized or skilled tasks may be higher. Payment is made directly to the helper – in cash or by bank transfer upon agreement.
• Placement fee: One-time per booking, payable via bank transfer or PayPal (invoice by email, 14-day payment term ):

• 1 day: €25
• 2 days: €49
• 3 days: €69
• 4 days: €79
• 5 days: €89
• 6 days: €99
• 7 days or longer: €129
➝ Express placement (within 24h): + €10 per helper.
➝ Fees include VAT for private customers; plus VAT for business customers.

For simple jobs, many students already have basic tools (e.g. screwdrivers, laptops). For special tasks, please provide tools or materials.

Job2Student is a mediation platform, so helpers are not automatically insured. Clients engage helpers at their own risk. For ongoing jobs, we recommend registration via the Minijob Center, which includes accident insurance. Students usually have health insurance.

Yes, if travel arrangements are agreed. For certain jobs, remote/online support is also possible.

Yes, simply coordinate with your helper – please inform them as early as possible.

Cancel ideally at least 24 hours in advance. If you cancel after successful placement, only the placement fee will be charged.

Searching for a mini job in Berlin, flexible side jobs in Hamburg, or custom work opportunities in Munich? Job2Student connects students with personalized job offers across Germany.

Custom jobs include a wide range of tasks such as snow shoveling in winter, sidewalk cleaning, personal assistance, handyman tasks, and other unique missions. These opportunities are perfect for students looking for short-term or seasonal jobs.

Why custom jobs are valuable for students

Many students search “I’m looking for a flexible student job,” “find a seasonal job,” or “summer jobs in Germany.” Custom jobs are highly popular because they:

• Offer flexibility (few hours, weekends, or one-time tasks)

• Provide a way to earn quick income

• Include seasonal and varied work experiences

• Help students get a student job without long-term commitments

This makes custom jobs one of the most adaptable categories for students in Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, Munich, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Leipzig, and Bremen.

A simple solution for employers

Employers often need help outside standard categories. With Job2Student, it’s easy to:

1. Post a custom job offer (e.g. “Need help shoveling snow in Cologne tomorrow”).

2. Receive applications from students in your area.

3. Select and hire helpers quickly, paying them directly after the task.

This flexibility makes Job2Student the go-to platform for non-standard, temporary, and urgent missions.

Custom jobs across German cities

Our platform covers all German regions for custom mini-jobs:

• Berlin – seasonal minijobs, urgent personal assistance

• Hamburg – snow shoveling, flexible part-time tasks

• Munich (Bavaria) – handyman tasks, outdoor work

• Cologne & Düsseldorf (NRW) – flexible student support

• Frankfurt (Hesse) – personal assistance and side jobs

• Stuttgart (Baden-Württemberg) – seasonal and custom missions

• Other towns: Leipzig, Bremen, Hanover, Nuremberg, Saarbrücken, Kiel

Wherever you are, you can find custom jobs adapted to your needs.