On-Campus Employment
On-campus employment allows full-time students to earn income while enrolled in school. These roles are designed with student schedules in mind, making it easier to balance work and academics. They also offer a great opportunity to expand your resume, build valuable skills like time management and communication, and strengthen your connection to the Wofford community. Learn more about the types of jobs available, hiring requirements and eligibility, and whether on-campus employment is the right fit for you.
- On-campus employment is available year-round, but there’s no single website listing all opportunities.
- Handshake is a great starting point. Use the “On Campus” filter on the job search page to narrow your results.
- Check the daily announcements for new job postings.
- Consider checking with individual departments, offices, or supervisors for additional openings not posted online.
- Create an employer Handshake account using your Wofford email.
- Visit the Wofford On-Campus Employment page.
- In the upper right-hand corner, click the three dots and select “Create a Job” to post your opportunity.
- Alternatively, find an already posted opportunity and select “Duplicate this Job.“
- Remove the existing details and replace them with your job information.
- For a detailed step-by-step guide, visit How to Post a Job on Handshake or contact Jenn Sainovski at sainovskijs@wofford.edu.
- Work-study eligibility is based on your FAFSA and has limited funding.
- Not all on-campus jobs require a work-study award; ask the hiring department about eligibility.
- For questions about your award or eligibility, contact the Office of Financial Aid at WoffordFinancialAid@wofford.edu or schedule an appointment.
- Most positions will require a resume and sometimes a cover letter; these should be tailored to each job.
- Make an appointment through Handshake with the Career Center to get help with your application materials.
- Visit the Human Resources website to access the student employment guide and student hire resources.
- For questions about hours, expectations, timecards, or payroll, speak directly with your supervisor.
- For general student employment processing questions, contact humanresources@wofford.edu.
- Students on an F-1 visa may work up to 20 hours per week while enrolled full-time.
- Work authorization is required for off-campus employment, including internships.
- You’re responsible for maintaining valid U.S. immigration status.
- For questions about OPT, CPT, or employment eligibility, contact Sara Milani at milanisk@wofford.edu or 864-597-4430 in the Office of International Programs.
