The Office of Student Employment provides a variety of on-campus employment programs for students throughout their years at Hofstra University. Through a part-time position on campus, students may enhance their academic experiences by applying learned theories in a practical setting while earning money to assist with college expenses.

LOCATION: The Office of Student Employment is located in the Human Resources Center on north campus.

HOURS: Services are provided on a walk-in basis during office hours, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Individual appointments, when necessary, can be scheduled by calling (516) 463-6782.

TYPES OF POSITIONS ON CAMPUS

The main categories of student positions are Undergraduate Assistant, Graduate Assistant and Federal Work-Study. These categories allow any enrolled student to obtain an on-campus position.

On-campus positions are as varied as the different offices and departments that service the University community. Many opportunities are available in academic departments on campus as well as different student services departments. Student positions include working at the Axinn Library, the Residential Programs Office, the Recreation Center, Student Computing Services, Public Safety, and at academic department offices.

Many of the student positions available on campus involve general office duties. Typically students answer phones, sit at reception desks, prepare mailings, file, and can be messengers between offices. Some positions require familiarity with computers, including word processing or data entry. Some students work as front desk security for the residence halls or as safety patrols around campus. Other positions include science and computer lab assistants, lifeguards, sports referees, child care providers, tutors, and library workers. Wherever possible, efforts will be made to match a student’s interest with a related referral.

HOW TO APPLY FOR AN ON-CAMPUS STUDENT POSITION

Positions are available in many departments on campus, whether on a University-funded budget or through the Federal Work-Study Program. Eligibility for student employment is available to matriculated students who are in good academic standing, and, for some positions, have demonstrated financial need. Financial need is determined by the Office of Financial Aid based on information on the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Students applying for financial aid should include a request for student employment.

A student who has Federal Work-Study in his/her financial aid award may apply for a Federal Work-Study position. The referral must be from the Office of Student Employment. For students who do not qualify for financial aid, there are many areas on campus that employ undergraduate assistants and graduate assistants. These positions are not financial aid-based. Undergraduate and graduate assistant positions may be advertised by the Office of Student Employment or by a specific department. Students apply directly to the department for these positions and must bring an on-campus work permit from the department to the Office of Student Employment to be hired.

HOURS AND PAY

Students are permitted to work a maximum of 20-25 hours per week during the academic year, depending on the employment category. Additional hours may be allowed during vacation periods, including the summer.

Hourly rates vary depending on department needs and student skills. A small number of positions pay a stipend for incidental incurred expenses. All payments are made directly to the student in compliance with applicable laws and are considered taxable income.

SUMMER POSITIONS ON CAMPUS

Students may continue to work on campus from June through August. Some positions offer full-time hours and a salary differential during the summer months. Contact the Office of Student Employment for details during the spring semester.

OFF-CAMPUS POSITIONS

There are opportunities for students who are eligible for Federal Work-Study to work at off-campus locations. These community service positions are in the local area and include working with elementary school children as reading tutors, and office work in nonprofit and government agencies. Students interested in this employment should contact the Office of Student Employment.

For other part-time employment in the local community, visit The Career Center at M. Robert Lowe Hall, South Campus.