Student Employment Opportunities


CWU is not just a place for students to learn, but to gain tangible work experience through the university that can be applied to any career path post-graduating from CWU.

Opening Possibilities

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CWU is not just a place for students to learn, but to gain tangible work experience through the university that can be applied to any career path post-graduating from CWU. Many students choose to work on-campus due to the flexible schedules, the convenience, and the opportunity of making new connections with other students, staff, and so many more. On-campus job opportunities range from dining services team member, live-in positions such as a Resident Assistant (RA), office assistant positions, and more!

View Student Job Opportunities

Alternatively you can visit: MyCWU> Student Tab > Student > Employment > On-Campus

Wildcat Career Network

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The Wildcat Career Network is a free resource for CWU students that are seeking the following:

  • Off-Campus Jobs
  • Internships
  • Professional development workshops or events
  • Full-time and part-time career opportunities

View the Wildcat Career Network

Work Study - Financial Aid Office (FAO)

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The Financial Aid Office (FAO) provides the following resources to students who are seeking employment:

Student Testimonials

"Working on-campus allows me to make stronger connections to a variety of different students and professionals that I never would have had the opportunity to meet if I didn't work on-campus!" Ronnie Burris , Senior Resident Assistant (SRA)

"I love the flexibility of working on campus! My supervisor is very understanding of my schedule and makes accommodations so I can work whenever it works best for me." Zoe Whittaker Jamison, Hype Street Team Coordinator

"Being a student employee at CWU allows me to focus on my classes more and also build my resume though the position and volunteer work." - Alejandra Cruz Martinez, ASCWU Director for Student Life & Facilities

Volunteer Opportunities

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