Federal Work-Study

Federal Work-Study Program at Salisbury University

The Federal Work-Study Program (FWS) increases students' opportunities to earn money by working part-time during the school year (5-10 hours per week).

FWS program allows eligible students to earn paychecks to help support their educational expenses by getting part-time jobs with Salisbury University departments. This program helps create additional job opportunities for FWS students by providing federal funding that is used to pay their wages.

FWS funds are limited and require financial need from FAFSA. If your financial aid award notification includes a FWS award, then you are eligible to pursue FWS jobs. Your total earnings cannot exceed your FWS award amount, and your actual earnings will depend on your hours worked and your hourly wage.

The hourly rate for on-campus employment will be at least the current Maryland minimum wage ($15.00).

Eligibility Requirements for Federal Work-Study

The university receives an annual budget of FWS funds from the federal government and offers the available funds to students who demonstrate higher levels of financial need. Students without FWS awards may still pursue many other part-time job opportunities both on and off-campus.

• You must first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available online at studentaid.gov.
• You must meet general eligibility requirements which include: Official FAFSA for current aid year (verification must be completed if required)
• You must have financial need from FAFSA
• You must enroll at least half-time (six credits or more) for each semester
• You must accept your federal work study if you wish to pursue a position
• You must be meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and be a degree-seeking undergraduate student
• After accepting your FWS offer, scroll down to the Federal Work-Study Jobs dropdown to see current openings.

Why choose Federal Work–Study?

There are many benefits:

• Income: Extra money for things you want and need.
• Opportunity: Although you are not guaranteed a job if you are awarded Work–Study, you are much more likely to be hired if you have Work–Study eligibility. In addition, your job will be close to where you study.
• Student–Friendly Schedule: Your employer knows your first priority is as a college student. Employers try to be as flexible as possible in scheduling work hours around your class schedule.
• Future Financial Aid Eligibility: As a financial aid need-based program, Work–Study income (although taxable) does not affect your future financial aid eligibility in the next tax year.
• Work Experience: Students who have job experience and who have worked while attending school are more attractive to future employers. Your supervisor may become an excellent reference.
• Academic Success: Campus research has shown that Work–Study students connect with the campus community, learn about resources available to students, and establish stronger relationships with faculty and staff. This correlates with the fact that students with Work–Study jobs are more likely to stay in school, perform better academically, and graduate.

If you decide not to use your Work–Study award, there is no effect on your grant aid. If you have not been awarded your maximum loan amount, you could qualify for more loan money. If you wish to cancel your Work-Study award and request remaining loan eligibility please contact the Office of Financial &amp Scholarships.

To review FWS frequently asked questions FWS FAQ's

Federal Work-Study Jobs

You must have a Federal Work-Study offer to apply for the jobs listed on this page. Students must accept their FWS offer online through GullNet. Please review the FWS Student Handbook for more information.

Employers interested in having their jobs listed or updated on this page must contact the Financial Aid Office directly.

Last Updated: 11/4/2024

• America Reads Elementary School Tutor
  America Reads

  Job Description: America Reads is a federally funded work-study program that places university students in the community to tutor elementary students in reading/literacy. Students participating in the America Reads program will travel to Prince Street Elementary School or Pinehurst Elementary School and tutor elementary aged children. Once you arrive at the school, you will be paired with a veteran teacher who will assign you a child that you will work one-on-one with. On average you will spend up to 8 hours a week assisting your student with reading and comprehension.

  Qualifications: Education majors preferred but not required, Pass a Background Check (paid for by the university), Commitment to work for one academic school year (August-May)

  Additional Comments: Students placed at Prince Street Elementary will need transportation, while Pinehurst Elementary is about a 10 minute walk from Holloway Hall. At this time, we are seeking to hire 1 Pinehurst and 1 Prince Street tutor.

  Number of available openings: 2

  Pay Rate: $15/hr

  Work Schedule: Up to 8 hours a week, during school hours: 8:00am-3:30pm; exact times and dates of the week will be determined by classroom site teacher/supervisor

  How to apply: Send an email with a copy of your resume and cover letter to jjremo@salisbury.edu

  Contact: Jeremiah "JJ" Remo, jjremo@salisbury.edu

• Gallery Assistant
  The Museum of Eastern Shore Culture at Salisbury University

  Job Description: The Museum of Eastern Shore Culture at Salisbury University (MESC) seeks to hire a gallery assistant to help with the day to day activities at the museum. These tasks include, but aren't limited to:
  - Opening and closing procedures of the museum
  - Handling retail transactions
  - Answering all incoming phone calls
  - Acquiring exhibit information and relaying an overview to museum visitors

  Qualifications: We are willing to train on all tasks mentioned above, but retail and guest relations experience is a plus.

  Additional Comments: The Museum of Eastern Shore Culture is located in downtown Salisbury, approximately one mile from campus. Student must have reliable transportation to and from the museum.

  Number of available openings: 1

  Pay Rate: $15.00/hr

  Work Schedule: Most shifts will be on Saturday's from 10:30am-4:30pm

  How to apply: To apply, please email resume (if applicable) to Museum Operations Coordinator, Alexandra Kean. Please include your contact information and availability.
  amkean@salisbury.edu

  Contact: Alexandra Kean (Creston Long for any Workday processes), amkean@salisbury.edu

• Office Assistant
  Facilities Reservations

  Job Description: General office support including but not limited to: answering phone calls email, etc, taking messages, follow up and respond to inquiries, and assisting walk-ins.
  
  Assisting with updating information in the EMS software. Communicating event changes with other departments.
  
  Contacting customers to follow up on event details.
  
  Data entry and clerical support.
  
  Maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. Run errands on campus. Other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications: Applicants must possess a high level of attention to detail and accuracy; excellent customer service and communication skills; ability to multi-task, Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required.

  Number of available openings: 1

  Pay Rate: $15/hr

  Work Schedule: Monday through Friday between 8am and 4:30pm depending on student's availability.

  How to apply: Contact Scott Garrison via email to apply: sagarrison@salisbury.edu

  Contact: Scott Garrison, sagarrison@salisbury.edu

• SU Annual Giving Assistant
  Annual Giving & Alumni Engagement

  Job Description: Assist the department of Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving with fundraising campaigns, in-person and virtual events, social media accounts, and soliciting and stewarding Salisbury University donors including alumni, faculty, staff, parents, students and friends.
  
  Tasks will change daily but may include organizing letters or benefit items for fundraising campaigns, helping greet donors and alumni at receptions, and assisting with SU's Giving Day by posting flyers, helping update giving pages, and writing thank you cards.

  Qualifications: Interest in growing the culture philanthropy on SU's campus and helping share stories of impact.

  Additional Comments: If hired, work will begin with the spring 2025 semester.

  Number of available openings: 1

  Pay Rate: $15/hr

  Work Schedule: You may set your own schedule at the beginning of the semester. Hours should be when the Alumni House is open: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  How to apply: Please submit resume and availability to Michelle Pryor to be considered: mrpryor@salisbury.edu

  Contact: Michelle Pryor, mrpryor@salisbury.edu

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