Student Employment Office: Working On Campus

Students who want to work will normally be successful in finding a job. You should begin your job search as soon as you arrive on-campus.

There are two categories of Student Employment: Regular Student Employment and Work-Study Employment.

All known job openings will be posted on our on-line Job Board (see menu at left). Jobs are also posted on a Job Board located in Barge Hall (outside the Student Employment Office).

Students should not limit themselves to applying only for posted jobs. Many employers receive a sufficient applicant pool from "walk-ins". If you know where you want to work, contact that department even if a job is not posted.

The job application process is mostly informal. There is no general application you need to complete, and you do not need a resume for most on-campus jobs. A few employers may ask you to complete a departmental application.

Here are some tips to maximize your chance of a successful job search:

• Begin looking no later than the 2nd day of class.
• Be willing to accept the jobs that are available.
• Don't give up. Incoming students may get discouraged after contacting a few employers. It is the students who keep applying who get the jobs.
• Apply for a lot of jobs at the same time. Don't wait for an employer to give you an answer before applying for a different job. The worst that can happen is you will receive a number of job offers and get to choose.
• Dress neatly, practice good hygiene, be cooperative and willing to work, and smile.
• Be courteous when you apply (and while on the job). This is listed last, but don't underestimate its importance. Remember, departments are very busy at the beginning of each academic year. You want to convince them you will help with their workload, not add to it by being uncooperative or unpleasant.

You may view a list of Conditions for On-Campus Employment (including how many hours you can work, and when you will be paid).