Working on campus is a great way to build experience, earn money, and get more involved in the St. John’s community. But we know the process can feel confusing, so here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started.
Step 1: Requirements and Eligibility
In order to qualify for student employment, you must meet all of the following:
- Full-time undergraduate or graduate student
- In good academic standing with a cumulative grade point index of 2.0 or above
- Registered for at least 12 undergraduate credits or nine graduate credits
Step 2: Understand Which Opportunities You Qualify For
There are two types of on-campus jobs for students. Before you apply, you need to find out if you’re eligible for Federal Work-Study. This will determine which student positions you can (and cannot) apply to:
Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a program that provides part-time work opportunities to qualified students through their financial aid package. Certain on-campus opportunities are only available to FWS students and are labeled as such.
How Do I Know if I Qualify?
- Log into the New UIS Experience through St. John’s Sign On.
- Click the Financial Aid tile
- View your award aid by year
- If you see an award and amount, you’re eligible.
Not sure? Reach out to Student Financial Services for help.
Note: International and graduate students are not eligible for federal College Work-Study.
Jobs that fall into this category are funded by the University (not tied to financial aid). They are open to undergraduate and graduate students who meet the requirements outlined in Step 1. You do not need to qualify for Federal Work-Study to apply to these positions.
Step 3: Explore Available Positions
Once you know your employment type, you’re ready to browse current job openings:
- If you’re Federal Work-Study eligible, look for positions labeled “College Work-Study.”
- If you’re not FWS eligible, browse the “Regular Student” listings.
You can select up to 3 positions you’re interested in. Be sure to note the Job ID numbers—you’ll need them to apply.
Step 4: Submit Your Application
You’re ready to apply!
Complete the Student Employment Application (via Formstack) and include the 3 Job IDs for the positions you’re applying to.
You’ll be prompted to log into the University system first.
Be sure to do the following:
- Attach both a resume and a cover letter
- Include the supervisor’s name and email address for each position, which can be found in the text at the bottom of the job posting
Step 5: Next Steps and Contact Info For Help
If a department is interested in your application, the hiring manager will contact you directly, so be sure to check your email.
If you have questions, contact the office that can best support you based on your needs:
| Student Financial Services | Human Resources | Career Services |
| Provide support with understanding whether or not you qualify for Federal Work-Study positions. | Oversee the process that university offices follow for hiring student workers. | Support students in developing their application materials and preparing for their interview. |
FAQs
Some opportunities are posted on the Student Employment page of the University’s website, and others can be found in Handshake. We recommend checking both places.
You are permitted to work more than one on-campus job at a time, but your employment must be part time and not
exceed the work hour limits imposed.
Graduate Assistantships are offered in both academic and administrative offices and are open to full-time graduate students (9+ credits) who are in good academic standing.
Graduate Assistants receive compensation in the form of tuition remission (up to $8,750 for the fall and spring semesters), as well as a $4,000 stipend.
The University is currently updating the hiring process for these assistantships. Please check back in the spring for more information.
International students are eligible for regular on-campus employment, but are not eligible for a federal work-study grant.
You can work up to 25 hours a week when school is in session. This is not applicable to international students, who are
allowed to work 20 hours maximum based on their visa.