QuadJobs brings resources for parents, jobs for students

QuadJobs.com, the fast-growing online marketplace connecting college and graduate students with local odd job opportunities, just launched in the Philadelphia region. Students from area schools have started accessing the site to find local jobs—from babysitting and party help to office support and internships—that fit into their schedules. Employers – ranging from busy parents to growing businesses – are securing reliable support for a variety of tasks, enabling them to focus on other priorities. Saint Joseph’s University is an official partner of QuadJobs, working with its students to use the tool to secure valuable work opportunities.

“Philadelphia has been in our sights since we launched in 2014,” said QuadJobs CEO and co-founder Betsy O’Reilly. “We’re thrilled with the immediate enthusiasm we’ve seen from students in this area, and employers are thankful to have a streamlined way of reaching the incredible student talent in Greater Philadelphia.”

Nikki Patel, who with her husband owns five Edible Arrangements locations throughout Philadelphia and Wilmington, has found QuadJobs to be very beneficial to her business. “Before now I was calling colleges around the area to see if they have bulletins board where we can post a job. Quadjobs has provided us a platform where we can now recruit colleges students without physically going on campus, saving us valuable time and giving us the peace of mind that the students are reliable and responsible.”

QuadJobs launched in October 2014, quickly building a strong following in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. The service has since expanded to Washington, D.C., Chicago, Denver, and Austin, Tex., with over 50,000 students currently on the site. O’Reilly expects that QuadJobs will provide Philadelphia students with 10,000 jobs in the next 12 months, generating $1.5 million in extra income for these students—money that many of them use to alleviate their student debt or simply pay for their textbooks.

“I’ve been a steady user of QuadJobs when I’m home,” said University of Pennsylvania student Julien Adveney. “Now I’m thrilled to be able to find jobs that fit into my schedule year-round. It’s an amazing resource for students.”

Employers pay $35/ year for unlimited posts on QuadJobs, or they can opt for a single post for $7. Business employers pay $95/year for unlimited posts. QuadJobs is free to all college and graduate students. 94% of jobs posted receive at least two applicants within 24 hours, and most receive many more.

QuadJobs tracks every job a student accepts and gathers performance reviews. The resulting “JobGPA” is visible when a student applies to a job, giving employers insight into their previous job experiences.

“I can immediately vet a student based on what other employers in my area have to say,” said interior decorator Graham Veysey. “I’ve come to rely very heavily on QuadJobs, whether I’m looking for a babysitter or someone to pinch-hit at the office during a busy time.”

Babysitting and household help – with jobs ranging from moving a couch to gardening to organizing photos into albums – remain the main category of jobs on the site, but O’Reilly notes that local businesses are gaining ground each week. “We’ve seen a surge in businesses looking for students to hand out fliers, design a logo, boost social media presence, or organize inventory. QuadJobs gives local businesses access to a fluid, talented workforce that is otherwise hard to reach.”

Subscribers

• For $35/ year, employers subscribe to QuadJobs and are able to post unlimited jobs. Employers also have the option of a single post for $7 and are only charged after they have received two applicants.
• Business employers pay $95/year for unlimited posts.
• Once a job is posted, employers are notified when students apply. Employers see an applicant’s JobGPA, which includes a detailed track record of past jobs and feedback from past employers.
• Jobs or interviews can be booked in minutes and employers can contribute written reviews and ratings to student profiles once the job is complete.
• If an employer gives a student a JobGPA rating of 3.0, the student becomes a favorite—and the employer is able to quickly and easily rehire the student for future jobs.

Students

• QuadJobs is completely free to college and graduate students with an active .edu address.
• Students create a profile, including their credentials and certifications.
• Unlike other services:
  • Students keep all the money they make.
  • Every job counts on a student’s resume. Positive reviews build their resumes and foster future hires.
  • QuadJobs brings students flexible jobs that fit into their busy and changing schedules. Students work when they can; not all jobs require an ongoing commitment. Even if a student is unable to work many hours, they can still build a meaningful track record.

ABC News NY called QuadJobs a “game-changer for college students,” and Dana Perino of FOX News called the fast-growing startup “a name to remember” in the on-demand space.