Human Resources

• Students who complete the FAFSA by the priority deadline may be considered for the Federal Work Study Program. This program provides part-time jobs for eligible undergraduate students and students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses. 
• If awarded Federal Work Study (FWS), new and returning students can apply for FWS positions through Handshake. 
• Funds received are intended to be used toward educational related expenses.
• If you have questions about the Federal Work Study program, contact the Office of Financial Aid at Finaid@wcupa.edu.  

Once you receive an offer of employment, complete the steps in the onboarding checklist to become a student employee.

Federal Work Study Hourly Student Employee Onboarding Checklist

• Students who do not receive a Federal Work Study position can still work as a student employee. New and returning students can apply for non-work study positions through Handshake.
• Reach out to professors and advisors to see if there are other opportunities available within departments of interest that may not be posted on Handshake. 

Once you receive an offer of employment, complete the steps in the onboarding checklist to become a student employee.

Non-Work Study Hourly Student Employee Onboarding Checklist

• A Graduate Assistantship (GA) is an opportunity to work in a research or service-oriented capacity to gain valuable work experience in higher education or an academic field and earn a tuition waiver and stipend. 
• New and returning students can apply for Graduate Assistantships through Handshake. 
• Prospective students can view open Graduate Assistantships at GA Roles.
• If you have questions, please contact The Graduate School at gradassistantships@wcupa.edu.  

Once you receive an offer of employment, complete the steps in the onboarding checklist to become a student employee.

Graduate Assistant Onboarding Checklist    International Graduate Assistant Onboarding Checklist

• The Resident Assistant (RA) is a paraprofessional, undergraduate student staff member of the Residence Life and Housing Program.  
• Resident Assistants can further develop personal awareness and interpersonal communication skills vital for success in all facets of life. 
• An RA must be a full-time undergraduate student at West Chester University. 
• If you have questions, please contact The Office of Residence Life and Housing Services at ResidenceLife@wcupa.edu.  

Once you receive an offer of employment, complete the steps in the onboarding checklist to become a student employee.

Resident Assistant Onboarding Checklist

• On-campus internships are just one way to gain relevant, real-world experience while building your professional skills. 
• New and returning students can apply for internships through Handshake. 
• Reach out to professors and advisors to see if there are internship and experiential learning opportunities available within departments of interest that may not be posted on Handshake. 

• International Students can apply for on-campus student employment.  
• International students are not eligible for Federal Work Study positions on campus. 
• Working without proper authorization could jeopardize visa status.  
• A Social Security Number is required to work in the United States, but you must secure a job first to apply for the Social Security Number. 
• International students are limited in the number of hours they may work during the semester, as well as during summer and university breaks.  
• Visit the Global Engagement Office website for more information about On-Campus Employment. If you have questions, please contact the Office of Global Engagement at International@wcupa.edu.  

Once you receive an offer of employment, complete the steps in the onboarding checklist to become a student employee.

International Hourly Student Employee Onboarding Checklist    International Graduate Assistant Onboarding Checklist