Looking for a job on campus? You’re not alone! With student loans and an addiction to Jazzman’s iced coffee and blueberry muffins, it doesn’t hurt to make some extra money on campus. Here is a complete guide on how to make that $$$!
Follow these steps below:
1. Do you want a job?Great! Decision made.
2. Do you qualify for work study or nah?This information is available in the financial aid package you received upon acceptance. Use this information to determine what types of jobs on campus you can apply foCan’t find that form you got way too long ago? Don’t worry, it’s online
- Sign into ClarkYou
- Click “Main Menu” on the left hand side
- “Student Services and Financial Aid” tab in red
- “Financial Aid”
- “My Award Information”
3.) Look up jobs on campus!For those who qualify for work study – http://www.clarku.edu/financial-aid/employment/jobdirectory.cfmFor those who do not qualify for work study- http://www.clarku.edu/financial-aid/employment/jobdirectory.cfm
4.) See a job you like? Awesome! (It is always important that you enjoy your job).
- Make sure you meet any requirements listed
- Some jobs might ask for you to email in a résumé or a short paragraph on your interests/relation to the job
5.) Email the contact listed.
- Know your availability
- Check your work study allowance to make sure you do not schedule more hours than Financial Aid allows.
6.) If you qualify for work study, you must print out a work authorization form, fill it out, sign it and bring it to the financial aid office.
7.) Make money!!
As you might have noticed, there are a lot more job postings for work-study students than non-work study students. With that in mind, here are some common jobs for non-work study students that for some reason no one ever tells you about:1. Resident Adviser (RA)Around November and February, applications will go out to apply to be a Resident Adviser. The applications that go out in November are to start the RA position in the spring semester while those that go out in February are to start the following fall semester. The application process includes an online application, a group-processing evaluation, and an interview.Some important things to keep in mind when considering this job are:
- Not all applicants will make it to every stage of the application process.
- This position provides free housing as well as a stipend, but it is important to consider how big of a time commitment this position is.
- RA’s must come back on campus early both over summer and winter break to complete training.
2. ITS Help DeskThis position is great for the computer savvy! Applications go out towards the end of each semester. The application process has both an online application as well as an interview. Like the RA position, not all applicants will make it to every stage of the application process and you must come to campus early in order to be trained the semester before your first time working. Some important things to keep in mind:
- This is a position for those who are looking for less of a time commitment than being a RA.
- You will be working at the ITS help desk, located in the Academic Commons.
3. AdmissionsOfficially called a “Scarlet Key Ambassador” (a.k.a. a tour guide). Those applying must fill out an online application, as well as go through 1-2 group processing interviews. Like applying for the RA or ITS position, not all applications will make it through to all stages of the application process. Some important things to keep in mind:
- Training is during the school year, so there is no need to come back early during your break in order to learn the ropes.
- There are many positions within admissions other than leading campus tours, so do not expect to only be leading tours, you must be willing to work in other areas of admissions as well.
4. Dining ServicesThis means working in the dining hall, the Bistro or Jazzman’s in the library. Technically this position is through Sodexo, so check out the link! https://clarkdining.sodexomyway.com/people/careers.html
5. EscortThis position is both for work study and non-work study. Keep an eye out for postings in your class Facebook page!
6. BookstoreFor this job, you have to apply through Barnes and Noble. Fill out the application here (http://chj.tbe.taleo.net/chj06/ats/careers/jobSearch.jsp?org=BNCOLLEGE&cws=38&org=BNCOLLEGE) and you’re good to go!
Last minute tips!
- Look up jobs as soon as you can! Many are filled within the first few weeks of school starting.
- Many people who have held a work-study position within a specific department will post on their Facebook or on class Facebook pages announcing that they are giving up their position and looking for a replacement. Don’t be afraid to contact them and ask for more information!
- Sign up for emails from your department or even a department that interests you. Many prefer to have their work-study students be majoring/minoring in that department and they will email just those majors when a position becomes available.
- Keep an eye out for flyers in the UC, residence halls, etc. Some departments won’t post online or email that they are looking for employees and post openings around campus instead.
- Get to know people around campus! There are many one-position jobs that get offered to students just because they’ve made a connection with someone in charge.
- Keep an eye out for local restaurants and stores. Walk in, introduce yourself, and ask if they have any openings. If they don’t, give them your contact information anyways and ask them to email you when positions are available.
- If you have any questions about any of these jobs, reach out to those who already hold these positions! They can give you more insight on what the job entails and if that position might be the right fit for you.