Student Employment
Student employment is an important part of financial aid awards at the University of St. Thomas and our students earn more than $3 million in a combination of federal, state and university funds each year.
While the University of St. Thomas cannot guarantee employment for every student, we do give all students the opportunity to work on campus, regardless of financial need.
Benefits of Working on Campus
On-campus work opportunities allow the university to deliver necessary services, help students offset education expenses, and provide valuable work experiences. Working part-time on campus can help you:
- Gain valuable work experience
- Develop relationships with faculty, staff, and other students
- Create a network of people who will be able to serve as references for you in the future
- Eliminate the need to commute to work
- Improve your grades (see article*)
- Serve your community
- Earn money
- Save on taxes - students who work on campus and are also enrolled half-time or more do not have to pay FICA tax on their earnings. (That's over 7% of your earnings!)
In fact, studies show* that students who become actively involved on campus tend to be better about managing their time and responsibilities.
Find a Job
Students can apply for any posted position keeping in mind their skills, interests and availability. Postings fluctuate throughout the year.
Sample Jobs
Admissions Tour Guide
Students can work for the Admissions Office, providing tours of campus for prospective students and their families.
Sample Jobs
Residence Hall Advisor
Some students work in the Residence Halls as leaders that build community, plan events, and support students with their academic or personal concerns.
Sample Jobs
Food Service
Students can work for Food Service in a variety of settings, such as: serving food during meal times, making drinks at an on-campus coffee shop, and being part of the team who serves food at catered on-campus events.
Sample Jobs
Research Assistant
Students can work as Research Assistants within many departments, including this chemistry student.
Sample Jobs
Tutor
The University has a wide variety of tutoring positions, including writing, math, languages, and more.
Sample Jobs
Help Desk and Other Technology Positions
Our ITS department employs students to work the technology help desk, provide support for classroom and meeting rooms, and within teams of developers.
Types of Student Employment
Need-based Employment
Eligibility for need-based employment is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and is funded cooperatively by St. Thomas and either the state of Minnesota or the federal government.
Students who qualify for need-based funds are given priority for student jobs and will have an estimate of potential earnings included in their award notice.
This estimate is based on a student working an average of 10-12 hours each week during the school year. Students may ultimately work more or less than this estimate depending on their class schedule and employer's needs.
St. Thomas Employment
Students who do not qualify for need-based funding can also work on campus.
However, these students will be paid with funds provided exclusively by St. Thomas. There is no application necessary to be eligible for these funds.
Need-based Employment
Need-based Employment
Eligibility for need-based employment is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and is funded cooperatively by St. Thomas and either the state of Minnesota or the federal government.
Students who qualify for need-based funds are given priority for student jobs and will have an estimate of potential earnings included in their award notice.
This estimate is based on a student working an average of 10-12 hours each week during the school year. Students may ultimately work more or less than this estimate depending on their class schedule and employer's needs.
St. Thomas Employment
St. Thomas Employment
Students who do not qualify for need-based funding can also work on campus.
However, these students will be paid with funds provided exclusively by St. Thomas. There is no application necessary to be eligible for these funds.
Required Paperwork
After a student is hired, he or she must complete a Student Employment Form before beginning to work.
This form is available on Murphy Online under the Student Services menu. When students login to complete the Student Employment Form, other required paperwork (if applicable) will also be listed.