Federal Work Study - First & Second Year Experience (Summer 2026 - Fall 2026 - Spring 2027)

Department:

Orientation

Salary: 

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

Schedule:

Varies, based on the students’ class schedule

Position Summary:

The Federal Work Study Student Aid is responsible for First and Second Year Experience Office operations and is responsible for assisting with special events within the Student Success Center including, but not limited to: Gamecock Orientation, Freshman Convocation, Preview Day, Admitted Student Day, etc.

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:

• Assist with office work including reviewing reports, printing information, creating packets for students, etc.
• Assisting with working big events like Gamecock Orientation sessions and Freshman Convocation.
• Work tabling events for the First & Second Year Experience Office.
• Assist students and family members with checking in at Gamecock Orientation/other events with a positive and friendly demeanor.
• Able and willing to work with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Communicate with the First & Second Year Experience Office staff, co-workers, campus directors, students, administration, and other contacts in a professional manner.
• An understanding and commitment to encouraging and developing student involvement.

• Performs other duties assigned by the Director for First & Second Year Experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least six (3) hours per fall 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 in 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

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of general University policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Student services and programs on campus.
• Knowledge of the Student Success Center responsibilities and major events.

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, written and oral.
• Demonstrates effective public speaking skills.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft office, internet, etc.)
• Developed creative writing skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to read and comprehend written materials encountered on the job.
• Ability to gather and analyze information in order to make recommendations.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere with minimal supervision.
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing situations and requirements.
• Ability to set goals and objectives and develop strategies to achieve those goals.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript

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