Hire Work Study Students

The UW Work Study Office, a division of the Office of Student Financial Aid, is the subject matter expert on hiring work study eligible students in your jobs and internships. Work Study is a federal and state funded program to support low-income students in finding part-time work to support their education.

The Work Study Office has compiled a guide on Hiring a Work Study Student, which provides an overview on student eligibility, the program benefits and how to hire for both on & off campus employers.

Benefits of Hiring Work Study

  • Departments are only responsible for 40% of the student’s wage. The remainder is covered by UW Work Study.
  • Support low-income students in their ability to fund their education at UW.
  • Take advantage of federal and state funding to create high quality employment opportunities for students.

Summary from the Employer Guide

Here is the general process for hiring a work study eligible student – you can find more information on the Work Study website.

  • Complete the appropriate Job Description Form (on & off-campus employers have separate versions) on the Work Study website.
    • Note that the Work Study job database is separate from Handshake.
    • Job listings are posted about two weeks before the start of the employment period.
  • Review applications and interview your applicants.
  • Once you’ve selected your student, complete the Work Study Hiring Form.
  • Determine a weekly work schedule for your student given their availability, the job requirements, and available funding for the position.
    • On-campus employers: Work with your HR representative or hiring department to get your student set up in WorkDay.