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Student Employment

There are two types of student employment:

Federal Work-Study (FWS):

  • Federally funded program where the government covers part of your wages.
  • Requires completing the FAFSA by February 1 and demonstrating financial need.
  • Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours with a FWS award as part of your financial aid.
  • Max of 20 hours per week, with possible extensions during holidays/breaks.

Wage Employment:

  • 100% of wages paid by the employing department.
  • Open to any student enrolled in 6+ credit hours.
  • Max of 28 hours per week, with possible extensions during holidays/breaks.

FAQs

  • FWS Eligibility: Check your Aid Summary in Buckeye Link. Contact Elizabeth Helterbrand for help.
  • Earnings: Wages start at federal minimum wage. FWS earnings are capped by your FWS award.
  • Job Search: Non-FWS students can find jobs via the Workday Job Board (select "Wooster"). FWS students should accept their work-study award, then apply through the FWS Job Board.
  • Pay: Paid bi-weekly; time sheets are due by Monday at 10 a.m. Paychecks are mailed or direct deposited. FWS/wage employment does not apply to University Bill payments.
  • Taxes: Student pay is subject to municipal, state, and federal taxes. Complete I-9 and payroll paperwork before starting.

How do I know if I have Federal Work Study?

FWS Awards are visible in Buckeye Link under your Aid Summary. If you have questions, contact Elizabeth Helterbrand for assistance.  

Elizabeth Helterbrand
Helterbrand.5@osu.edu
330-287-1230

FAQs:

  • FWS Eligibility: Check your Aid Summary in Buckeye Link. Contact Elizabeth Helterbrand for help.
  • Earnings: Wages start at federal minimum wage. FWS earnings are capped by your FWS award.
  • Job Search: Non-FWS students can find jobs via the Workday Job Board (select "Wooster"). FWS students should accept their work-study award, then apply through the FWS Job Board.
  • Pay: Paid bi-weekly; time sheets are due by Monday at 10 a.m. Paychecks are mailed or direct deposited. FWS/wage employment does not apply to University Bill payments.
  • Taxes: Student pay is subject to municipal, state, and federal taxes. Complete I-9 and payroll paperwork before starting.

How much can I earn?

The hourly rate is determined by the job requirements and your experience. Pay rate will be at least the federal minimum wage. If you have a Federal Work-Study (FWS) award your total earnings in the FWS Program are limited to the dollar amount of your FWS award.

How do I find a job on campus?

Students who DO NOT have a FWS award can view and apply for jobs here: Workday Job Board. Log in and select location "Wooster" on the left hand side of the screen.   

Students who DO have a FWS award, can click here: FWS Job Board.  Click "Workday Job Board". 

Applying for a FWS job

  1. Accept your work-study offer. Only students who have accepted their Federal Work-Study offer from their Aid Summary will be eligible to be hired into work-study positions.  You must wait 24 hours after accepting your award in Buckeye Link to access the FWS job board.

  2. Update your career profile in Workday. Students are considered Internal Applicants in the Workday system.  This means you already have an account, but you’ll want to update your profile first. To get started, log into Workday using your Ohio State username and password, then update your profile. 

  3. In the Applications section, click the Career Application. This will allow you to view the Workday job board.

  4. In the View section, click Search Student Federal Work Study Jobs

    • Using the options on the left, choose your campus.

    • Using the keyword search, enter "work study" or "FWS" to display jobs intended for work-study students.  You can also include additional keywords to locate remote/work from home options, or the Requisition Number to locate a specific job.

  5. Follow the Application Instructions on the post to apply for that job.

How will I be paid?

You will be paid by the hour. Time sheets must be submitted no later than 10:00 a.m. each Monday following the end of a pay period. Pay day is every two weeks and checks will be mailed to your home address, or you may sign up to have your check directly deposited into your bank account. Note: Student employment Federal Work-Study and/or Wages does not assist the student with payment of their University Bill.

Will taxes be withheld from my pay?

Yes! Student pay is subject to Municipal, State, and Federal Taxes. All tax forms, I-9, and related payroll paperwork must be completed before the student begins working. Students must present a a valid US Passport or a picture ID and either a Social Security Card or Birth Certificate when completing the I-9.