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 report to and receive direction from an assigned department supervisor. The position offers students interested in a healthcare career the opportunity to explore Mayo Clinic's culture, gain field experience, and pursue career goals. Mentorship and career development opportunities may be available. The work study employee completes delegated assignments to reinforce the learning experience and benefit the work unit. The employee must report changes in their financial aid award to both the assigned supervisor and the work study office. The employee and supervisor arrange the schedule collaboratively, consistent with the financial aid award and minimum weekly hours requirements. Selected employees must work a minimum of 8–10 hours per week. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfers, including F-1 OPT STEM. Before formal consideration, applicants must verify their work study award with the UMR Employment Office and include the Community Service Program Work Study Referral form with their application.

Requirements

Currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota–Rochester (UMR).
High school graduate or GED holder.
Granted and accepted a financial work study award of $2,700 for an academic year.
Work a minimum of 8–10 hours per week if selected.
Verify the work study award with the UMR Employment Office and submit the Community Service Program Work Study Referral form with the application before formal consideration.
Ability to pay attention to detail and adhere to strict safety requirements when 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.

Responsibilities

Complete delegated work assignments that support learning and benefit the work unit.
Work cooperatively with Mayo Clinic staff, external clients, students, and advisors.
Report changes in financial aid award to the assigned supervisor and the work study office.
Collaborate with the assigned department supervisor to arrange a schedule consistent with the financial aid award and minimum-hours requirements.