Community Work-Study

What is Community Work-Study?

The Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program provides part-time jobs for students with financial need to earn money to help pay education expenses. The program encourages community service work and employment opportunities related to your course of study. FWS jobs are available on campus, local elementary schools and at nonprofit organizations. Money from FWS is earned, so it does not have to be repaid. Students receive a paycheck like any other job.

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Want to learn more about Community Work-Study through the Thayne Center?

Join us for a Community Work-Study (CWS) Info Session

All sessions are from 3:30–4:30 p.m. | Taylorsville Redwood Campus | Student Center Building | Room 219
- Info Session 1: September 9, 2024
- Info Session 2: November 11, 2024
- Info Session 3: February 3, 2025

I know I'm Work-Study eligible. What are my next Steps?

The first step is to review the list of opportunities above and apply through SLCC Jobs. If you have questions about the positions or want to brainstorm what might be a good fit for you, please reach out to our coordinator for a meeting first to discuss the opportunities. After you have applied, there will be an interview and/or orientation process.

Current Work-Study Opportunities:

Why should I consider a Thayne Center Work-Study Position?

Through your classes at SLCC, you are gaining knowledge and skills that are preparing you for a career. You can get experience applying this knowledge and skills through the myriad work-study opportunities offered through the Thayne Center office and benefit community partners in the process. From tutoring through America Reads or being directly placed at a nonprofit, we hope to make a mutually beneficial connection for you and our community partner.

How will I learn to be a tutor?

You will learn to be a good tutor through the America Reads orientation, training from your America Reads partner sites, and ongoing trainings through the Thayne Center for Student Life, Leadership and Community Engagement. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to reflect on your impact at your site through prompts and workshops.

HOW MUCH WILL I GET PAID AS A COMMUNITY WORK-STUDY THROUGH THE THAYNE CENTER?

After filing your FAFSA, you can find out from SLCC Financial Aid about your work-study eligibility. The maximum work-study award is $4,000 per semester. You can earn your federal work-study award at $18.33 to $20.33 an hour through our programs.