HomeAdmissionsAbout LincolnDirections to LincolnSearch



Student Services Home

Student Employment Program

Student Employee of the Month/Year

Disciplinary Sanctions

Community Service Programs

Student Retention

Disability Student Services

Ombudsman & Referral Services

Veterans Certification

Information & Inquiry Center

Student Affairs and Enrollment Management


Office of Student Services


Student Employment Program

National Student Employment Week Pictures 2007-2008

The Office of Student Services administers the student employment program and assists eligible students in obtaining part-time employment on campus with University departments and off campus with community service organizations.


STUDENT OVERVIEW

· What is Federal Work Study?
· What is Community Service Work Study?
· How do I apply for Federal Work Study?
· How will I know if I am awarded Federal Work Study?
· Can I be considered Federal Work Study at a later date?
· What is Institutional Work Aid?
· What are the procedures for obtaining a Federal Work Study position?
· What are the procedures for obtaining an Institutional Work Aid position?
· What are the procedures for obtaining a Community Service Work Study position?
· What are the requirements to work off-campus?
· When can I start work?
· How many hours can I work?
· How much can I earn?
· How am I paid and when?
· Who do I contact with questions regarding eligibility for Federal Work Study?
· Who do I contact for more information regarding the Student Employment Program?
· Who do I contact for more information regarding the Community Service Off-Campus
Work Study Program


2008-2009 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM DATES

2008-2009 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT GUIDE

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT FORMS
· Bi-Monthly Time and Attendance Report
· Student Employee Request to Hire Form
· Student Separation/Evaluation Form
· Direct Deposit Form
· Job Description Form

· Student Employment Request Form
·
Student Employment Payroll Schedule


What is Federal Work Study?
Federal Work Study (FWS) is a need-based program that provides part-time employment opportunities for undergraduate and/or graduate students to help offset the cost of their education. The Federal Work Study Program encourages community service work and work related to each student’s course of study. Participation in the Federal Work Study Program is based on eligibility which is determined by a student’s financial need.

What is Community Service Work Study?
Community Service Work Study is an aspect of the FWS Program designed to place eligible students in service oriented positions within the community. These positions are generally off-campus and must provide a service to the general community. These services include, but are not limited to, such fields as tutoring, community recreation, health care, child care, housing and neighborhood improvement and social service programs.

Community service oriented positions on campus include those positions that serve and/or assist students with disabilities who are registered with the Office of Student Services.

How do I apply for Federal Work Study?
Federal Work Study eligibility is based on demonstrated financial need. To be considered for Federal Work Study you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and answer yes to the question regarding work study. Since work study funds are limited, you should file the FAFSA as early as possible and preferably before Lincoln University’s priority deadline date which is April 1st of each year.

How will I know if I am awarded Federal Work Study?
You will receive an Official Award Letter from the Office of Financial Aid that indicates the types and amounts of awards offered, including Federal Work Study. If your Official Award Letter does not include an FWS award, you are not currently eligible to obtain a position under the program.

Can I be considered for Federal Work Study at a later date?
Yes. Funds may become available if students initially awarded Federal Work Study decline their award and/or if students fail to meet their obligations under the program. If you qualify for Federal Work Study, you may sign the waiting list so that you may be considered when and if funds become available at a later date.

What is Institutional Work Aid?
The Institutional Work Aid (IWA) program provides part-time employment opportunities to those students who may or may not be eligible for participation in the Federal Work Study Program. The Institutional Work Aid Program is funded by University departments that have funds allocated for the purpose of employing students. Unlike the Federal Work Study Program, Institutional Work Aid is not based on need and students are not awarded Institutional Work Aid by the Office of Financial Aid. The Institutional Work Aid Program operates in accordance with the Federal Work Study Program.

What are the procedures for obtaining a Federal Work Study position?
If you were awarded Federal Work Study you must complete the following steps in order to retain your FWS award and secure a job assignment. Please keep in mind that if you do not complete the steps below, your work study award will be cancelled and awarded to a student on the waiting list.

1) Complete an application packet that can be obtained from the Office of Student Services located in Lincoln Hall, Room 103. You must be prepared to present two (2) pieces of valid identification (U.S. passport, photo I.D., social security card and/or birth certificate).

2) Attend an orientation session August 25 or August 26 (Dickey Hall Aud)

3) Attend a job placement August 27th or August 28th (Dickey Hall Aud)

What are the procedures for obtaining an Institutional Work Aid position?
You may obtain an Institutional Work Aid position by visiting the department that you are interested in working and inquiring about availability of Institutional Work Aid positions. Please preview the student employment job positions available for those departments that have assigned IWA positions.

What are the procedures for obtaining a Community Service Work Study position?
If you are interested in working in a community service oriented position on or off campus you must qualify for Federal Work Study. If you were not awarded Federal Work Study and are determined to be eligible by your financial aid counselor, schedule an appointment with the Director of Student Services to determine if you meet the requirements to work in a community service position.

What are the requirements to work in a community service position off-campus?
If you are interested in working in a community service position off-campus you must 1) be an upperclassman (sophomore, junior or senior), 2) have prior satisfactory work experience, 3) have an updated resume, 4) be able to work between 15-20 hours per week; and 5) depending on the location of your off-campus employer, you must have reliable transportation.

When can I start work?
You may start work after you have completed the job placement process and received your Student Employment Contractual Agreement. Please remember that you will not be compensated if you start work before you receive your contractual agreement. The student employment program starts September 2, 2008. For additional information, refer to the 2008-2009 Student Employment Program Dates.

2008-2009 Student Employment Program Dates
Fall Semester
September 2, 2008 through November 28, 2008
Spring Semester
January 14, 2009 through April 17, 2009

How many hours can I work per week?
Your Student Employment Contractual Agreement will stipulate the number of hours you are authorized or advised to work each week based on your maximum award. At no point in time should you work more than 20 hours per week when classes are in session. During academic breaks and the summer session, you may work 40 hours per week. Your academic progress and class schedule will be considered when assigning or scheduling your work hours.

How much can I earn?
The current pay rate is $7.15 per hour for all federal work study positions on campus. Pay rates for off-campus community service positions vary. Please keep in mind that the total amount you earn cannot exceed your total FWS maximum award.

How am I paid and when?
You will receive a payroll check once a month. You may also elect to have your payroll check deposited into your personal account through direct deposit. The pay period ends the last day of the month (i.e., June 30 or July 31) and you will be paid the 3rd Thursday of the following month. Payroll checks are distributed by the Cashier’s Office (located on the lower level of Vail Hall).

Who do I contact with questions regarding Federal Work Study eligibility?
You must contact your Financial Aid Advisor in the Office of Financial Aid if you have questions regarding whether you are eligible to participate in the program.

Who do I contact for more information regarding the Student Employment Program?
Contact Stephen C. Roberts, Assistant Director of Student Services, located in Lincoln Hall, Room 103.

Who do I contact for more information regarding the Community Service Off-Campus Work Study Program?
Call to schedule an appointment with Stephen C. Roberts, Assistant Director of Student Services, located in Lincoln Hall, Room 103.


Lincoln University of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
1570 Baltimore Pike, P.O. Box 179, Lincoln University, PA 19352 \
(484) 365-8000