College of Western Idaho

Student Employment (Work-Study)

Student Employment (Work-Study) is a need-based financial aid award and is designed to provide you with employment opportunities to help meet the costs of education.

The Work-Study program provides jobs for students demonstrating financial need. This program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study.

Work-Study FAQ's

1. What is the Work-Study program?
2. Can any student get a Work-Study job?
3. Why do some students receive Work-Study funds when others don't?
4. Are Work-Study jobs on-campus or off-campus?
5. When can I begin searching for a Work-Study job?
6. How much do Work-Study jobs pay?

What is the Work-Study Program?

Students who are eligible and have been offered work-study funding can obtain a part-time job at one of CWI's locations to earn money for your education. The the Work-Study program:

  • Provides part-time employment that is guaranteed to be flexible around your class schedule.
  • Is available to full-time or part-time students.
  • Helps pay your educational expenses.
  • Helps you avoid student loan debt that must be repaid later.
  • Depending on the position you select, can help you gain valuable experience and skills in an area related to your field of study.
Can any student get a Work-Study job?

No. Work-Study designated jobs are available ONLY to students who are eligible for the Work-Study program and have Work-Study funding in their financial aid award package.

To request Work-Study funding:

  1. Be sure you have completed your FAFSA application.
  2. Indicate that you are ready to obtain a Work-Study position by completing the Work-Study Funding Request form online.
Why do some students receive Work-Study funds when others don't?

CWI has a limited amount of funding for Work-Study awards each year. Priority goes to students who complete their FAFSA applications and indicate they are ready to begin working by completing the Work-Study funding request form online. Work-Study awards are continually re-evaluated througout the academic year and most students who want a Work-Study job are granted funding soon after indicating their interest.

Are Work-Study jobs on-campus or off-campus?

Currently, CWI only offers on-campus Work-Study jobs.

When can I begin searching for a Work-Study job?

Available Work-Study jobs are posted online and updated frequently on the Work-Study Job Listings page.

2010-11 Work-Study Jobs »

2011-12 Work-Study Jobs » Available August 1st, 2011!

NOTE: The 2011-12 Work-Study jobs are currently being updated. Students with 2011-12 Work-Study funding will be able to apply for these positions beginning August 15th, 2011.

Don't have 2011-12 Work-Study funding yet?

To request 2011-12 Work-Study funding:

  1. Be sure you have completed your FAFSA application.
  2. Indicate that you are ready to obtain a Work-Study position by completing the Work-Study funding request form online.
How much do Work-Study jobs pay?

You’ll earn at least the current federal minimum wage. However, the amount might be higher depending on the type of work you do and the skills required for the position. The wage for each position is listed in the position description.

Also, each Work-Study recipient is awarded a specific amount for the school year. Each student's total Work-Study award depends on:
  • Availability of Work-Study funds.
  • Financial need.
  • Availability of other types of financial aid.
  • Enrollment plans (i.e. full-time or part-time)