Federal Work Study Student
About The Position
The Student Work Study position provides currently enrolled university students with part-time employment opportunities that support departmental operations while fostering professional growth and skill development. Student employees may be federally funded through the Federal Work-Study Program or institutionally funded; job responsibilities and performance expectations are consistent regardless of funding source. Employees perform entry-level administrative, operational, customer service, research, or program support duties according to departmental needs. Tasks may include office assistance, event and program support, front-line customer service, data entry, filing, light research assistance, technology support, and other general support functions. The role is intended to complement students’ academic experience by developing workplace readiness, accountability, communication skills, and time management. Employees are expected to act professionally, maintain confidentiality where applicable, and comply with university policies while balancing work with academic commitments. The position is part-time, scheduled around academic coursework, and limited to the maximum allowable weekly hours under university and funding guidelines. The workday shift is listed as day. The role is based at 3243 School House Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Currently enrolled university student.
- Lift and carry 25 pounds; frequent sitting or standing and frequent keyboard use are required.
- Patient care providers may need to perform role-specific activities, including kneeling, bending, squatting, and CPR.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the day-to-day maintenance and responsibilities of the assigned department.
- Perform clerical functions, including answering phones, filing, scheduling, and organizing.
- Perform other reasonable, related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Voluntary benefits with access to group insurance rates and discounts
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
- Access to medical insurance, including prescription coverage, for colleagues including those working less than part-time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
