Work Study

Minnesota West has student employment positions available on each campus and center location. We also offer off-campus positions working for non-profit organizations.

Student Employment

Eligibility:

  1. Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  2. Indicate an interest in work-study funding

If work study is listed on your Award Letter, you are eligible to apply for a position. It does not guarantee that you will find a job or be able to earn the whole amount. If work study is not listed on your Award Letter, you may still be eligible. Contact a Student Services Specialist to find out if you qualify.

Eligibility Requirements: Students must have a financial need based on FAFSA data.

Wage Rate

Positions are paid at $15 per hour. Students cannot work during regularly scheduled classes.

Timesheets

Every other Wednesday by 2:00 p.m., timesheets must be submitted via e-Services in order to be processed timely. Students are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit.

work study positionS

  1. Complete the online Work Study Job Application Form
  2. Print the payroll forms below:
  3. Find a open Work Study Position

When you have been offered employment, you must meet with your supervisor to determine your work schedule and sign the confidentiality agreement.

Bring the confidentiality agreement and two forms of identification with you, such as a driver’s license and social security card, to your campus and meet with the resource specialist to complete your payroll forms (I-9 and W-4). You cannot begin work until the payroll forms have been completed.

Sign up for direct-deposit on your student account.  You can print a copy of the payroll calendar for your records. It will be your responsibility to record your hours worked on your e-timesheet.