Federal Work Study Off-Campus

Ivy Tech Community College • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Off-Campus Federal Work Study (FWS) program provides students with meaningful, paid work experiences that support both community needs and student career development. Roles vary across partner organizations and may include office support, program facilitation, youth engagement, maintenance, or media/communications support. Ivy Tech is Indiana’s community college and workforce engine, delivering high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana’s communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success. Through Federal Work Study, we partner with community organizations to create meaningful employment opportunities for students. These jobs not only provide financial support but also help students gain real-world skills, build professional networks, and make a positive impact on the community.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a financial aid eligible Ivy Tech degree program, with a current FAFSA on file, unmet financial need, and no incomplete financial aid requirements.
• Must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.
• Ability to provide positive, respectful, and solution-focused service to community members and coworkers.
• Comfortable working in varied environments and adjusting to different tasks or responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including children, families, and community partners.
• Commitment to confidentiality, FERPA compliance, and ethical standards.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.

Nice To Haves

• Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Experience, coursework, or interest in areas related to assigned role (e.g., education, business, communications, IT, social services).
• Ability to take responsibility for assigned projects or activities with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service in all interactions.
• Apply organizational skills to manage tasks such as filing, scheduling, or recordkeeping.
• Use basic technology and computing skills (e.g., email, word processing, data entry).
• Communicate effectively by phone, email, and in person.
• Contribute to a team-oriented and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism and reliability, including attendance and punctuality.
• All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED