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Student Employment

What is Student Employment?

Student Employment at Pratt provides you with on-campus employment opportunities while you pursue your studies. This program allows you to gain valuable work and career-related experience while engaging with the campus community, contributing to your professional and personal development.

A Student Employment position is temporary, part-time employment.

  • You are not eligible for fringe benefits, overtime, holiday pay, or compensatory pay.
  • You may work up to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters.
  • During winter break, spring break, and summer, you may work up to 35 hours per week.

Types of Student Employment

There are three types of Student Employment at Pratt:

  1. Federal Work Study (FWS)
  2. Student Work Fund (SWF)
  3. Graduate Assistantship (GA)

When reviewing job postings, the employer will indicate which type of funding applies.

Federal Work Study (FWS)

FWS is funded by the federal government and is part of your financial aid package.

Eligibility:

  • Complete the FAFSA and be awarded FWS funds.
  • Be enrolled in at least six (6) credits for the semester you are working (fall and spring).
  • FWS positions are rarely available in the summer.

To confirm your eligibility, contact Student Financial Services at sfs@pratt.edu. 

Student Work Fund (SWF)

SWF is funded by Pratt and is not dependent on financial aid awards.

Eligibility:

  • Be enrolled in at least six (6) credits during the semester you are working (fall/spring).
  • To work in summer, you must be enrolled for at least six (6) credits during summer or pre-registered for at least six (6) credits for the following fall.

Graduate Assistantship (GA)

GA positions are funded by Pratt and awarded only to graduate students, through individual departments.

Eligibility:

  • Be enrolled in a master’s program.
  • Be enrolled in at least six (6) credits during the semester you are working (fall/spring).
  • To work in summer, you must be enrolled for at least six (6) credits during summer or pre-registered for at least six (6) credits for the following fall.

International Students

If you have an F-1 visa, you are eligible for SWF positions and, if you are a graduate student, GA positions.
To learn more about on-campus work as an international student, watch the informational video.

You must have a Social Security Number to be hired.

How to Find a Job

Most on-campus job postings are listed on the Student Employment website.

  • Jobs are posted year-round, but most appear in August–September and December–January.
  • You can apply directly through the website. Employers may request a résumé and interview.
  • To prepare your résumé or practice interview skills, schedule an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development (CCPD) via Handshake.
  • You can also sign up for JobMail to get email notifications about new jobs matching your interests.

Watch the short video to learn how to navigate the Student Employment website

Some leadership roles are not listed on the Student Employment website because they require completion of the Connections course — a five-week, non-credit class offered in the first part of the spring semester covering:

  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Identity and diversity awareness
  • Decision-making and problem-solving

Sign-up occurs in November and December. Completion is required for many leadership positions, which may be paid. For more information, you can contact Katherine Hale, Director of Residential Life, at khale@pratt.edu. 

Hiring Documents

When your supervisor offers you the job, you’ll need to complete the required hiring paperwork with Human Resources before you can start working. This is usually done during an individual appointment. Please contact HR at hrstudentemployment@pratt.edu for guidance, or watch the video to learn about the process.

When Hired

Once hired, your direct supervisor will be your main point of contact.

Timekeeping:

  • You must complete bi-weekly timesheets approved by your supervisor (unless you are in a GA role.)
  • The Payroll Office supports you and your supervisor with timekeeping and payment questions (payroll@pratt.edu).

Contacts

Student Employment at Pratt is a collaboration between:

  • Center for Career & Professional Development (CCPD)
  • Student Financial Services
  • Human Resources
  • Payroll
  • Office of International Affairs
  • Supervisors in each department or office

For contact information, training resources, and FAQs, visit the Student Employment website.

Internships and Jobs

If you are looking for internship or job opportunities outside of campus, visit the online job platform Handshake and schedule an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development (CCPD).