Work study 
Find out how our Veterans work - study program can help you earn money while you re enrolled in a college, a vocational school, or professional training program. 

Can I take part in the Veterans work-study program? 
You can take part in our work - study program if you meet all of the requirements listed below. All of these must be true. You: Are enrolled at least three - quarter time in a college degree, vocational, or professional program , and Have found an open job either at a nearby VA facility or in a VA - related role at your school , and Can finish the work - study contract while you still qualify for education benefits , and Are using an approved VA education benefits program to pay for your education or training Approved VA education benefits programs include : Post-9/11 GI Bill for Veterans Post-9/11 GI Bill for family members using transferred benefits Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty MGIB - AD Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve MGIB - SR Veterans Educational Assistance Program VEAP Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance (DEA) (Note: Dependents who qualify under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 35 may use work study only while enrolled at a school in one of the 50 states.) National Call to Service Vocational rehabilitation and employment 

What kind of benefits can I get? 
You can get paid to work a part - time job while you study. 

How do I get these benefits? 
You ll need to apply for the work - study program by filling out an Application for Work - Study Allowance VA Form 22 - 8691. Download VA Form 22 - 8691 PDF If you have any questions about the program , contact the VA regional processing office that handles your claim. Contact your VA regional processing office If you have questions about other sources of financial assistance , contact your school s financial aid office. 

What kind of job can I get? 
You can get a job that s related to VA work, meets your interests, and fills a need. For example , you can work for a : VA facility Departm

user: Hello. I need information about the work study program please.

assistant: Of course. You can find out how our Veterans work-study program can help you earn money while you re enrolled in a college, a vocational school, or professional training program.

user: That sounds wonderful. How will I get paid?

assistant: You may elect to be paid in advance for 40 % of the hours in your work-study agreement, or for 50 hours, whichever is fewer.

user: I see. And what if I have questions about other sources of financial aid?

assistant: In that case, you should contact your school's financial aid office.

user: Will do. Can you tell me what kind of job I can expect?

assistant: Of course. You can get a job that s related to VA work, meets your interests, and fills a need. You can work for a VA facility, for example.

user: That gives me an idea, thank you. And what conditions do I need to meet?

assistant: Are you enrolled at least three-quarter time in a college degree, vocational, or professional program?

user: Yes, I'm currently enrolled in a college degree.

assistant: Have you found an open job either at a nearby VA facility or in a VA-related role at your school?

user: No, I don't have a job. That's one of the reasons why I came here.

assistant: Unfortunately you can't take part in our work-study program then. I'm sorry.