Work Study Program
Flexible Employment Designed for Students
Undergraduate students can put in an average of 10 hours per week on campus and could earn wages up to the amount of your federal Work-Study program award.
- Download the Bushnell University Student Employment Application, fill it out, and digitally sign where indicated. Update your resume and have it ready to upload. Save all documents to your computer.
- Log onto Handshake to upload your completed application and resume to your profile. Then search and apply for available positions beginning August 10, but no later than the application deadline of August 22.
- Each department reviews received applications and contacts, qualified applicants.
- All interviews are usually completed during the first week of the semester.
Review the Work Study Agreement (PDF) for general conditions of participating in the Federal or Institutional Work-Study Program.
Eligible students apply for available positions and earn wages through part-time employment. Work-study earnings are paid directly to students as they work rather than being applied to tuition bills.
Work-study opportunities may be available in areas such as administrative offices, athletics, academics, campus services, the library, and other university departments.
Yes. In addition to earning income, work-study positions help students develop transferable workplace skills and professional experience that can strengthen future career opportunities.

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