Student Employment
Financial Aid
Our student employment program fosters personal and professional growth through meaningful work experiences. We create supportive and inclusive environments where students can develop valuable skills, gain practical knowledge and contribute to the University community.
We empower students to achieve their academic and career goals by promoting a balance between work and studies and preparing them 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.
Student Employment Opportunities
Our student employment program provides valuable opportunities for undergraduate students to gain professional experience while earning income during the academic year. Students can work on campus in a variety of departments or participate in off-campus roles through the Service Advocates program. Students may work a maximum of 8 hours per week and are paid the Rhode Island minimum wage.
To qualify for the program, the student must be:
- A matriculated Salve Regina University student
- Enrolled for at least 12 credits
- Eligible for federal work-study, as determined by the Office of 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 the Office of Financial Aid for an appeal form. Appeals are considered and vetted through the student employment committee.
Job openings are posted in Handshake approximately one week prior to the start of classes. Once live, students can log in to Handshake to search and apply for available positions.
How to Apply
You can search for student employment positions in Handshake following these steps:
- 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.
Please keep in mind that 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 will need to complete employment documents prior to your first day of work. A list of acceptable I-9 documents is provided below.
Questions? Contact the Office of Financial Aid at (401) 341-2901 or financial_aid@salve.edu.