Student Employment

Our student employment program fosters personal and professional growth through meaningful work experiences. We create supportive and inclusive environments where you can develop valuable skills, gain practical knowledge and contribute to the University community.

We empower you to achieve your academic and career goals by promoting a balance between work and studies and preparing you for real-world scenarios. By integrating academic learning with hands-on employment opportunities, we cultivate responsible, ethical and compassionate leaders who are ready to make a positive impact in the world.

Employment Opportunities

Our student employment program provides valuable opportunities for undergraduate students to gain professional experience while earning income during the academic year. You can work on campus in a variety of departments or participate in off-campus roles through the Service Advocates program. You can work a maximum of eight hours per week and are paid the Rhode Island minimum wage.

To qualify for the program, you must be:

• A matriculated student
• Enrolled for at least 12 credits
• Eligible for federal work-study, as determined by Financial Aid, or qualified for a Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) position

KSA positions are open to all students regardless of federal work-study eligibility. If you believe your position should be considered a KSA position, please contact Financial Aid for an appeal form. Appeals are considered and vetted by the student employment committee.

How to Apply

Job openings are posted in Handshake approximately one week prior to the start of classes. Once live, you can log in to Handshake to search and apply for available positions.

To search for student employment positions in Handshake:

• Click the "Jobs" search tool in the navigation bar at the top of the page.
• To find positions designated as on-campus student employment, click "Filters" and then check the box next to "On Campus" from the available job types.
• Click the "Show Results" button at the bottom of the page. This will show you all jobs that have been specified as on-campus student employment.

A federal work-study award is an opportunity to earn, not a guarantee. The program is competitive, so you should apply early in the semester and to as many positions as possible to increase your chances of finding employment. If you find employment on campus, you'll need to complete employment documents prior to your first day of work. A list of acceptable I-9 documents is provided below.