Incoming students are encouraged to apply early, and should note that opportunities are not limited to students who are receiving financial aid. The hourly pay rate is dependent on the difficulty of the position and the student's prior experience. The purpose of this program is to provide employment opportunities to students who show financial need. The CPSW program is funded by the State of Connecticut and is limited to residents of Connecticut. Recipients must show financial need.
Some positions require a vehicle.
It is primarily intended to support the employment needs of the University. Students are paid from Housing revenues and are hired by the Housing Office. Supported by external or internal grants awarded to individual faculty members. Grantees find their own student employees. All part time on campus and off-campus community service and summer jobs are administrated through the Financial Aid Office, located at the support services Center.