For qualifying domestic undergraduate students, the Federal Work-Study program allows you to gain professional work experience while earning funds to help pay for your degree. Students who participate in work-study also benefit from networking opportunities that arise from working alongside professionals in an academic setting.
Students may opt to use work-study funds to perform community service, obtaining valuable work and life skills while helping others.
All available work-study positions are viewable in the Handshake portal. Interested students with a Federal Work-Study award should contact the Student Employment Office for required employment documentation.
Work-study is awarded to students by Illinois Tech based on demonstrated financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Funds are limited and are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Student Employment Process
- Apply for an on-campus job via Handshake.
- Interview for the position.
- Accept the offer.
- Submit required paperwork.
- Receive authorization and start your job.
Types of On-Campus Jobs
- Catering
- Housing
- Lab/research
- Customer service
- Events
- Library
Required Identification
A legal form of identification is required, such as:*
- Passport
- Drivers license/ID card
- Social Security card
- Permanent resident card
*Please refer to the I-9 form for a list of acceptable documents.