Federal Work Study - English Department (Fall 2026 - Spring 2027)

Department:

English Department

Salary:

$8.25 per hour (max. 20 hours per week)

Schedule:

Varies, based on the students’ class schedule

Position Summary:

The duties of the Federal Work Study Student Aid are to obtain work experience on campus in offices, labs, gym, the library, and other areas. Duties may include assisting staff and faculty with preparation for research, classroom instruction, departmental operational needs, or performing administrative and other support duties as required.

Positions may be filled based on individual applicants’ skills, qualification, and departmental needs.

**Must be eligible for Federal Work Study. If uncertain of eligibility, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Providing excellent Customer Service to all Staff, Faculty, and Students.
• Answering phones professionally and directing calls or taking messages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Organizational skills, verbal and written communication skills; creativity.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must be enrolled as a Jax State student taking at least six (6) hours per fall or spring semester. (Requirements for international students below. *)
• If not a first-time student, applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
• Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from My Jax State.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
• May not be a Dual Enrollment Student

Notice Regarding International Students:

• International students are not eligible for Federal Work Studies positions.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript

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