Federal Work Study - Center for Economic Development and Business Research (Summer 2026)

Department:

The Center for Economic Development and Business Research (CEDBR)

Salary: 

$8.25 per hour (max. 20 hours per week)

Schedule:

Varies, based on the students’ class schedule

Position Summary:

The Center for Economic Development and Business Research (CEDBR) at Jacksonville State University seeks a motivated Federal Work Study student to support applied economic research and community outreach initiatives. CEDBR serves as a regional resource for economic analysis, working with local governments, businesses, chambers of commerce, and regional planning organizations to support economic development across east Alabama.

Under the supervision of CEDBR staff, the student will assist with a variety of research and administrative tasks related to ongoing projects and publications. This position provides hands-on experience in economic research, data analysis, and professional consulting services.

Positions may be filled based on individual applicants’ skills, qualifications, and departmental needs.

**Must be eligible for Federal Work Study. If uncertain of eligibility, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Organizing notes and files
• Completing clerical tasks
• Assist with data collection, entry, and basic analysis for research projects
• Conduct background research on regional economic trends and industry data
• Performing Administrative and other support duties as required by the department

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least six (3) hours per fall, summer, or spring semester. (Requirements for international students below. *)
• If not a first-time student, the applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
• Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJSU.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
• May not be a Dual Enrollment Student.

Notice Regarding International Students:

• International students on student visas are not eligible for Federal Work Study positions.
• Please visit the International Programs website for additional information: http://www.jsu.edu/international/index.html

Required Documents:

• Resume

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.