Students moving from an undergraduate program into the GRA program must submit proof of degree and proof of acceptance into a graduate degree program before the transfer into the GRA program can take place. Proof of acceptance into a graduate degree program can be in the form of a letter from the university or university department indicating your acceptance and when you will begin the program. If a student has not been accepted into a graduate program, then the student will remain in the UGS program, Post Baccalaureate category for up to one year. At that time the student will be required to provide proof of acceptance and enrollment into a graduate degree program. Casual status is limited to working no more than 832 hours over a period of 12 months.
Casual appointments have expiration dates.
Students will be asked to provide eligibility information at the end of a casual appointment. If you go to casual status after a 1 year appointment, you will not have access to your vacation or sick leave. If your assignment at the Laboratory is ending but you anticipate that you will be returning next year, your group may elect to submit paperwork to change your appointment from full-time to casual status rather than terminate your appointment. This allows you to work during school breaks if you receive prior approval from your mentor. Time is limited it 832 hours over a period of 12 months.