The Federal Work-Study Program was established by the government to help students earn a portion of their college expenses. These on-campus jobs are funded annually by a grant from the US Department of Education which is matched with College funds. First year students are assigned their first position on campus. Upperclass students are selected by the various departments on the basis of need, willingness to work, job skills and previous employment experience. The College Work Award Programs was developed by the College and is institutionally funded.
Employment is also available during summer and semester break.
Students are selected by the various departments on campus after all students with demonstrated financial need have secured positions. The Departmental Job Program is funded by individual departments, often through special funding made available from foundations and other outside organizations. Although funding for these positions is separate from Federal Work Study and College Work Award, departmental employment is part of the overall student employment program and, as such, payment is made through student payroll. Employment under the Federal Work-Study Program, College Work Award or Departmental Job Programs can be an important part of your total learning experience while you are at the College. You should approach your job with a strong sense of commitment and responsibility.