 Student Employment Website  Looking for positions (both on-campus and off-campus employment opportunities)  Work Study Employment vs. Miscellaneous Employment  Applying for postings online  Maintain and edit your application  Attach resumes, cover letters and other required documents

 The department of Human Resources & Equal Opportunity maintains a website, dedicated to help UMD students find employment opportunities.  The website is

All current Job opportunities are listed on the online employment system. The website is

 Benefits of on-campus employment are: 1. no commuting or worrying about parking 2. not being late for class 3. departments will work around your class schedule 4. gaining familiarity with the campus and UMD staff

 Office/Clerical Many different departments  Custodial/Labor Facilities Management  Food Services UMD Catering Coffee Shop Dining Center Food Court  Information Technology ITSS Kirby Student Center

 UMD Stores Cashiers Stockroom  Rec Sports Front Desk Staff Lifeguard/Instructor Intramural Official  Glensheen Tour Guides Security Housekeeping

 Benefits of off campus employment are: 1. getting to know the Duluth Community 2. easier for your schedule 3. getting a break from the campus (for those of you who live on-campus)

 There is a wide range of jobs available in the community, including: Personal Care Assistants Nanny/Babysitters Lifeguards Yard work/Landscaping Cleaning Aides/Custodial Tutors Office/Clerical  Please note there are several other employers in the Duluth community that do not post through our website.

What is work study? Work-study is a form of financial aid that provides employment opportunities to students who need help paying for their educational expenses. Under this program, eligible students are granted a work- study award as part of their financial aid and are able to earn up to the amount of their award. How can I be considered for work-study? Complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) each yearFAFSA Qualify for need-based aid, which is determined by your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits)Be enrolled at least half-time Meet all of UMD’s Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirementsUMD’s Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

If I am eligible for work-study, what are the next steps?  If you are awarded work-study, you will receive a Work-Study Confirmation . This will tell you the amount of the award that you are eligible for during the Fall and Spring semesters.  This must be brought to your hiring department. For more information on work-study, visit or visit thehttp:// Student Assistance Center (no appointment necessary) 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday 23 Solon Campus Center FAX:

 Some positions will require that the applicants have Work-Study With Work-Study jobs, departments only pay 25% of a student’s total wages. The remaining 75% will come from the Work-Study award.  By having Work-Study, you will be considered for postings that you otherwise would not be considered for

What are Miscellaneous Positions? Miscellaneous positions are postings that do not require work-study awards. The department is responsible for your full salary. If you do not have work study, there is no need to worry too much about finding a job. Only 20% of all student jobs on campus require work study.

 To apply for postings, you must go to:  You can find a posting by; Search Position Category, Position Title, Campus Location, College or Requisition Number  Enter fewer criteria for broader search results.  Otherwise, if known, enter only the requisition number for a specific position.

As an applicant, you can maintain or edit your applications by doing one or more of the following:  Login to check the status of your application  Login to edit your application and save it

Online Application Forms for on-campus (UMD) postings can be found at:  Application for Student Employment - Some departments may require this form to be attached as an additional document to your online application or a similar document.  Driving Supplement to Application for Student Employment - Will be required if driving is involved.  Student Schedule Form - some departments may require this form to be attach as an additional document.

Some departments require documents other than an application and/or class schedule. Résumé: a brief written account of personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experience. Cover letters: A letter sent with other documents to explain more fully your reasons for applying, or provide more information. References: A list of persons that provide positive input regarding your work history. For help in creating or review of resumes, cover letters and references, please contact Career & Internship Services in Solon Campus Center 22 or visit their website at

If you have any questions, please contact: UMD Human Resources & Equal Opportunity Phone: (218)

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