Student Employment

Working on campus at AU is more than just a paycheck — it’s a valuable step toward your future. Each year, more than 300 students are employed across more than 20 academic, administrative, and support departments. Whether you’re shelving books in the library or designing social media content in the Wackerlin Center, your role helps you earn income, build responsibility, and balance academics with work.

At the same time, student employment develops career-ready skills. Guided by the eight NACE Career Competencies, Career Services partners with student workers to help them recognize the skills they’re building, reflect on their experiences, and showcase those transferable strengths on resumes, applications, and in interviews.

Ready to apply?

Log in to Handshake to view open on-campus positions and submit your application today. Not sure where to start? View our guide on how to find an on-campus job.

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Types of Student Employment

AU offers a variety of on-campus jobs for students. All student employees gain the same valuable work experience, develop skills, and earn a paycheck, regardless of whether their position is funded through Federal Work-Study (FWS) or regular university employment.

FWS is a need-based financial aid program determined by the FAFSA. If you qualify, your award letter will note this eligibility. Many departments hire both FWS and non-FWS students, and all student employees are paid bi-weekly at or above minimum wage, for up to 20 hours per week during the academic year.

Lessons Learned on the Job

As an athletics student worker, I've contributed to an environment that upholds equity and inclusion as core values by promoting teamwork and respect among players.
One time as a peer tutor, a student had a question that I couldn’t answer. Using my critical thinking skills, I turned this into a teaching moment by searching for resources together and discussing the answer.
As a Spartan Ambassador, I ensure every tour is inclusive and welcoming. My goal is to make sure everyone feels they belong here.

Questions? 

Make an appointment with Career Services on Handshake or email career@aurora.edu.

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