About The Position

Work study student employees represent Mayo Clinic and work cooperatively with Mayo Clinic staff, external clients, students, and advisors. The student is responsible to and receives direction from an assigned department supervisor. The program offers students interested in research and considering Mayo Clinic as an employer an opportunity to explore Mayo Clinic’s culture, gain field experience, and pursue career goals. Research areas may include Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology, Molecular, Nephrology & Hypertension, Oncology, Physiology, and Biomedical Research. The work schedule is arranged collaboratively with the assigned supervisor and must comply with the student’s financial aid award and minimum-hours requirements. Work study employees must report changes to their financial aid award to both their supervisor and the work study office. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship except under the TN visa classification. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Applicants must verify their work study award with the UMR Employment Office and include a Community Service Program Work Study Referral form with their application before being formally considered. Applicants must be currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota–Rochester, have graduated from high school or obtained a GED, and have been granted and accepted a $2,700 financial work study award for an academic year. Selected applicants must work a minimum of 8–10 hours per week. The completed application must include a cover letter noting the desired area of research, if decided, and a resume.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota–Rochester (UMR).
  • Graduated from high school or obtained a GED.
  • Granted and accepted a financial work study award of $2,700 for an academic year.
  • Ability to be attentive to details and adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents.
  • Computer or keyboarding experience.
  • Good human relations skills and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Verify the work study award with the UMR Employment Office and include a Community Service Program Work Study Referral form with the application.
  • Submit a cover letter noting the desired area of research, if decided, and a resume.

Responsibilities

  • Represent Mayo Clinic and work cooperatively with Mayo Clinic staff, external clients, students, and advisors.
  • Follow direction from the assigned department supervisor.
  • Work an agreed schedule that complies with the financial aid award and minimum-hours requirements.
  • Report changes in financial aid award to the assigned supervisor and the work study office.
  • Work a minimum of 8–10 hours per week if selected.
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