Student Employment

Why Work While Attending College?                   

Studies have shown that students who work while in college have, on average, better grades than those who do not work! Working while in college also:

• Helps you become more organized. Tests and helps you develop your work skills and knowledge. Helps you learn more about your community. Teaches you valuable work habits. Allows you to explore different career options.
• Provides you with important references for future jobs and/or graduate school.

What Is Work Study?

Work Study is a type of financial aid that encourages college students to engage in part time employment while attending college. To qualify for Work Study, you must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and indicate on it that you are interested in Work Study, demonstrate financial need through the results of your FAFSA, and meet the satisfactory academic progress standards. Work Study is not directly applied to your bill, but is paid in a biweekly check based on hours worked and level of hourly wage. A list of work study jobs (those that hire only work-study students) and other part-time jobs on campus (available to all students) that you may apply for is continuously updated, but most job openings are posted near the end or beginning of a semester.

What Happens If I Don’t Qualify For Work Study?

There are a number of opportunities for students who do not qualify for a Work Study award. Some of the departments on campus do not require students to have a Work Study award. Students who do not have a Work Study award can also work off campus and make themselves available for employment through Career Services Temporary Pool.

How Do I Find A Job On Campus?

Follow these simple steps:

• Check the Career Service website.
• Contact the departments that interest you to see if they have any job openings (not all departments post their positions with Career Services).
• Fill out an on-campus employment application form.
• Complete any hiring process that the department requires (i.e. filling out an application, taking a typing test, interviewing, etc.).

Summer Orientation also provides incoming students with an opportunity to explore on-campus employment before they arrive in the fall. Make sure to check your orientation packet when you visit this summer.

Who Can Help If I Have Questions?

Take advantage of Career Services. They keep and/or provide:

• An up-to-date list of jobs available on campus.
• Lists of jobs available off campus.
• Lists of people interested in childcare, tutoring, handyperson work, or office work.
• A temporary pool for those students who only want occasional work.
• Many valuable services to help you later in your career (i.e., internships, full-time job assistance, workshops, etc.).

The Career Services Phone: (906) 227-2800
Northern Michigan University FAX: (906) 227-2807
E-mail: careers@nmu.edu
Website: http://www.nmu.edu/careers
3302.3 C.B. Hedgcock
Marquette, MI 49855-5329