Work Study Undergraduate - UMR Students Only

Mayo Clinic•Rochester, MN

About The Position

Work study student employees represent Mayo Clinic and work cooperatively with Mayo Clinic staff, external clients, students, and advisors. They receive direction from an assigned department supervisor. The role gives students interested in healthcare and Mayo Clinic an opportunity to explore the organization’s culture, gain field experience, and pursue career goals. Employees complete delegated assignments that reinforce learning and support the work unit; mentorship and career development opportunities may be available. The employee must report changes to their financial aid award to their assigned supervisor and the work study office. Scheduling is arranged collaboratively with the supervisor and must comply with the financial aid award and minimum weekly-hours requirements. 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 academic-year work study award. Before formal consideration, applicants must verify their award with the UMR Employment Office and include a Community Service Program Work Study Referral form with the application. Selected employees must work at least 8–10 hours per week. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer, including F-1 OPT STEM.

Requirements

Currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota–Rochester (UMR).
High school graduation or GED.
Granted and accepted a financial work study award of $2,700 for an academic year.
Verify the work study award with the UMR Employment Office and include the Community Service Program Work Study Referral form with the application.
Attention to detail and ability to follow strict safety requirements when handling chemicals, reagents, and infectious agents.
Computer or keyboarding experience.
Good human relations skills and effective oral and written communication.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Work cooperatively with Mayo Clinic staff, external clients, students, and advisors.
Complete delegated work assignments that reinforce learning and benefit the work unit.
Inform the assigned supervisor and work study office of changes in the financial aid award.
Arrange a work schedule collaboratively with the assigned supervisor in accordance with the financial aid award and minimum-hours requirements.
Work a minimum of 8–10 hours per week if selected.