Federal Work Study Program

The Federal Work Study Program is designed to provide financial aid resources through part-time employment for students having documented financial need for assistance in meeting their educational expenses. The program must be a supplement to existing aid for students, thereby increasing part-time job opportunities throughout the campus.

 

Contact Us

For specific information, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at (910) 672-1325 or finaid@uncfsu.edu

 

 

Federal Work Study Employee Information

The Federal Work Study Program is designed to provide financial aid resources through part-time employment for students having documented financial need for assistance in meeting their educational expenses. The program must be a supplement to existing aid for students, thereby increasing part-time job opportunities throughout the campus.

Eligibility for participation in Federal Work Study is determined by the Office of Financial Aid on a yearly basis. All students must complete a FAFSA form at the beginning of each calendar year and submit an application for Federal Work Study. The application can be found online. The awarding process cannot be completed unless the student completes the FAFSA requirement.

The amount of money you are eligible to earn is based upon the award given to you by the Office of Financial Aid. The hours that you complete will be paid on an hourly wage for what you worked within a given pay period. If you have not earned all your work-study funds during a semester, the funds are deducted and awarded to other students. This does not affect your other Financial Aid; however, it may affect your evaluation, and the amount of funds awarded to you in the next academic year.

As a work study student, there are innumerable benefits which include pay rates above minimum wage with the opportunity to gain a higher pay rate, weekend and evening hours availability, and work experience on your resume’.

The Office of Financial Aid is constantly researching new products and information to make your college and Federal Work Study experience as easy and memorable as possible. And you, the student, are expected to show the same commitment and level of professionalism in the Federal Work Study Program as in any other job.

Please be sure to download and read the Federal Work Study manual.

 

Requirements for All Student Employees

 

Checklist of Requirements:

  • To receive Federal Work Study, you must be enrolled full-time (12 hours for undergraduate, 6 hours for graduate) during the semester in which you will be working. If the student withdraws from the university, he/she MUST cease working immediately and your supervisor must submit your final time sheet.
  • All students must maintain good satisfactory academic progress to receive and continue to receive Federal Work Study.
  • I-9/Tax Form Packet
  • Every employee is required by federal law to establish their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Students who have not completed this packet will not be allowed to begin their position.
  • To complete the I-9 form, the student must be able to present forms of identification:
    • One (1) document from List A
      OR
    • A COMBINATION of one (1) document from List B and one (1) document from List C (please refer to the List of Acceptable Documents of Form I-9).

You must also complete the W-4 Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate and the NC-4 Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate.

  • These forms must be submitted to the office along with your I-9 Form. All forms must be on file before a student is allowed to begin their Student Employment.

 

Job Expectations

  • Job duties are assigned by the supervisor and are expected to be efficiently carried out by the students
  • It is the responsibility of the student to notify his/her supervisor when he/she is unable to work as scheduled.
  • Students are expected to arrive on time and work scheduled hours.
  • Students must dress appropriately for the assigned job.
  • Supervisors have the right to terminate students from their work site and the Office of Financial Aid will cancel your Federal Work Study award at any time due to non-conformance.
  • Students who work on campus are employed to perform duties that complement, not replace, full-time employees. The student’s first responsibility and priority is their academic success; with this in mind, students cannot work more than 10 hours per week.
  • All students will be terminated from their position for poor job performance, dishonest practices, breach of confidentiality, or failure to report to work. If you are terminated for any reason this may affect your future employment at the University.

 

Payroll Information

Students employed with Federal Work Study must submit time worked online through their Banner Self-Service log in every two weeks. All time must be entered by the student by the 10 AM deadline on Monday after the pay period ends. Supervisors must approve timesheets by the 4 PM deadline of the same Monday. Students may not work more hours than the total award offered by the Office of Financial Aid; doing so may result in the reduction of next year’s Student Employment Award.

No student may work more than 29 hours per week. No exceptions!

All time worked will be submitted online early during the Christmas vacation due to the early closing of the University and the State of North Carolina for the holidays.

  

Work-Study Checklist

The following forms are required before the student can begin working. Once the forms are completed, in its entirety, the student and supervisor will receive an email from the Federal Work Study Coordinator with their date to start work.

  • Work-Study Contract
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Form NC-4
  • Form W-4
  • Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)
    • Accompanying documentation for the I-9 form.
  • Student Employment Orientation Checklist
  • Direct Deposit Form

Note: Please be advised that any time worked before these documents are completed will be considered invalid and therefore will not be paid.

 

Federal Work Study Program, 2025-26 Available Positions

Department of Student Experience, Engagement, and Leadership (Student Engagement Work-Study)

Contact: Naadiya Hopkins
Email: nhopkins@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1018

Job Description: The Student Engagement Work-Study assists with planning, promoting, and executing student events and activities on campus. Responsibilities include event setup and breakdown, marketing support, administrative tasks, and providing excellent customer service during programs. This position also includes office coverage—greeting visitors, answering phones, and assisting with daily operations—as well as supervising the campus game room, ensuring equipment is used properly and the space remains welcoming and safe. This role is ideal for students who are energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about enhancing campus life.

Job Requirements: Must be a current student eligible for Federal Work-Study  Strong communication and interpersonal skills  Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed  Punctual, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team  Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)  Comfortable engaging with diverse student populations  Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism at all times  Previous experience in event planning, customer service, or student leadership is a plus (but not required)

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 15
Position Type: In-Person


Office for Adult Learners, Transfer, and Military Students 

Contact: SeQuenna Pennix
Email: spennix@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.2007

Job Description: Program Assistant
Job Requirements: Administrative, Clerical, Planning, Microsoft Office 365, Excel, Canva 

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 2
Position Type: In-Person


McNair Scholars Program 

Contact: Kimilla Floyd
Email: kfloyd1@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1926

Job Description: Perform office administrative tasks such as typing and editing, shredding docu-ments, and scanning documents. Receive and direct students, faculty, and staff. Assist with tabling events to increase awareness of the McNair Scholars Program. Run errands. Assist with social media management. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and social media platforms.

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 1
Position Type: In-person 


Division of Legal Audit, Risk, and Compliance

Contact: Benita Powell
Email: tdavis108@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1145

Job Description: Serve as a legal assistant in the Division of Legal, Audit, Risk and Compliance.
Job Requirements: Must be an existing or former Judge Ola M. Lewis Pre-Law Scholar

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 2 or 3
Position Type: Hybrid (both in-person and remote)


Chemistry, Physics and Material Science (Prototyping Lab Assistant)

Contact: Joseph Kabbes
Email: jkabbes@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1926

Job Description: Prototyping Lab Assistant performs a variety of tasks relating to the design, building and develop-ment of educational tools and 
exhibits. On-the-job training.

Job Requirements: Willingness to learn and make mistakes. Very hands-on.

Relevant Majors: Computer Science preferred, other STEM
Number of postions: 3
Position Type: In-Person

School of Nursing

Contact: Jennifer Johnson Edwards
Email: jjohnson4@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.2228

Relevant Majors: Pre-health preferred
Number of postions: 2-3
Position Type: In-Person

International Studies

Contact: Deborah Vasquez
Email: dvasque1@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1957

Job Description: Clerical
Job Requirements: Detailed

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 1
Position Type: In-Person

College Access Programs (Office Assistant)

Contact: Kendra Simon
Email: kasimon01@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1871

Job Description: Office Assistant 
Job Requirements: Filing, organizing, customer service skills, creating presentations

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 1
Position Type: In-Person

Bronco One Stop- FSU Learning Center

Contact: Joicelyn Clay 
Email: jclay4@uncfsu.edu 
Phone: 910.672.1071

Job Description: Office Attendant, Tutor, Social Media Team 
Job Requirements: Tutor - GPA must be at a minimum of 3.0

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions:

  • Office Attendant – 3
  • Tutor – 10
  • Social Media Team - 5
  • Position Type: In-Person

Athletics

Contact: Kelsey Tripp
Email: ktripp1@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1893

Job Description: Fueling Station Attendant
Job Requirements: managing and maintaining the snack and refreshment stations during set hours surrounding the majority of practice times.

Relevant Majors: Sports and Fitness Management 
Number of postions: 4
Position Type: In-Person


Social Work

Contact: Thomas Murray
Email: tmurray6@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1334

Job Requirements: Show up ready to support the department 

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 3
Position Type: In-Person

Performing and Fine Art

Contact: Sondra Martin
Email: smartin@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1057

Job Description: Work study students will be involved with one or more of the following: to assist the professor with a potential public art project through our department, assistance in Rosental Gallery, assist in studio maintenance

Job Requirements: Not required but is always helpful if the students(s) are available after 4:00 and on weekends. Students should be willing to work with art materials under supervision (ink, plaster, etc.) 

Relevant Majors: Visual Art Major 
Number of postions: 2
Position Type: In-Person

University Advancement

Contact: Michelle Hocker
Email: mhocker@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1311

Job Description: Administrative Support Assistant - We are looking for students with different types of skills to provide basic administrative assistance to University Advancement and its departments. Additionally, they will serve as Brand Ambassadors, representing University Advancement positive-ly. Tasks can include filing, answering phones, assisting with projects and/or events, networking and speaking, and other general administrative tasks and errands. Technical experience is a plus.

Job Requirements: Basic computer skills, able to communicate effectively, professional demeanor with a positive attitude, comprehends with ease, confidential, great time management skills.

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 3
Position Type: In-Person

Department of English: Literature, Teaching, Pre-Law, and Creative & Profes-sional Writing

Contact: Dr. Ji Young Kim
Email: jkim@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1848

Job Description: We are looking for a motivated and reliable work-study student to assist with a variety of tasks that support both academic and operational functions within Department of English. This position offers a diverse set of responsibilities, including classroom assistance, digital market-ing, Butler Writing Lab support, and general labor tasks related to faculty equipment relocation. The ideal candidate will be an English major, preferably senior with strong writing skills. 

Job Requirements: Proficiency with digital design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and so-cial media platforms and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
English major (senior) preferred.

Number of postions: 2
Position Type: In-Person

Risk and Compliance

Contact: Chneadra Floyd
Email: compliance@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1043

Job Description: The Office of Risk and Compliance student worker will assist the department by supporting student-led events and performing tasks such as copying, sorting, and compiling various information details. Assisting with tabling events. The student worker must sign a confidentiality statement due to the sensitive nature of information maintained by the office. 

Job Requirements: Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.


Relevant Majors: Criminal Justice, Education, Social Work
Number of postions: 1
Position Type: In-Person

Finance and Administration

Contact: Anita Shamberger
Email: acheath1@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1151

Job Description: Filing, sorting mail, scanning documents, greeting visitors and assist with setting up events. Provide support with administrative duties.

Job Requirements: Ability to clearly convey information to staff, faculty, and students in written form. Ability to apply knowledge to analyze data and utilize office equipment and other relevant technology (software and systems) to meet organizational needs.

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 2
Position Type: In-Person


Student Accounts

Contact: Nichelle Stevens
Email: nstevens@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1118
Job Description: Perform clerical jobs. 

  • Enter data File important documents accordingly
  • Cover the reception or front desk Update records in the department database
  • Copy, file, sort and compile various information details
  • Shred documents
  • Maintain the work area in a clean and organized manner
  • Adhere to the code of confidentiality
  • Check and verify their work and maintain accuracy especially in jobs related to data entry

Job Requirements: Student must be accountable to the work he/she is entrusted with.
Students must have good communication skills and interact with others in a friendly manner.

  • Student must be on time. Students must be able to alphabetize.

Relevant Majors: All
Number of postions: 2
Position Type: In-Person

Chestnut Library (Reference Department)

Contact: Natasha Walker 
Email: nwalker@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1751

Job Description: Assist with reference stacks maintenance, shelving, filing, and shelf reading. Light computer and printer troubleshooting. Assist with the physical\ appearance of the reference and computer areas by cleaning and maintaining equipment and straightening area. Answer general and directional questions and refer reference questions to the librarians.

Number of postions: 45-50
Position Type: In-Person
Relevant Majors: All


Performing & Fine Arts

Contact: Jeremy Fiebig
Email: jfiebig@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.2574

Job Description: The Theatre Program Assistant provides essential support to the faculty and staff of the Theatre Program at Fayetteville State University. This position blends administrative, technical, creative, and promotional tasks, offering a well-rounded experience for students interested in arts administration, digital media, theatre production, or marketing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, organized, and comfortable working across both behind-the-scenes and public-facing projects.

Job Requirements: Key Responsibilities: Administrative Support: Assist theatre faculty with adminis-trative tasks, including organizing files, distributing materials, and managing shared drives and communication platforms (Email, Microsoft Teams). Maintain and update internal distribution lists and databases for students, majors, and patrons. Draft and send email updates to past patrons and community contacts for marketing and outreach. Digital Studio Support: Provide peer support in the podcast and video studio, helping students with audio/video recording and editing. Assist with livestreaming events, workshops, or performances using platforms such as OBS, YouTube, or social media. Edit basic promotional or archival media using Adobe Premiere, Audacity, or similar soft-ware. Space & Facilities Maintenance: Help maintain the cleanliness, order, and usability of theatre classrooms, the lobby, scene shop, and costume shop. Ensure spaces are stocked, organized, and ready for class, rehearsal, or production use. Marketing & Engagement: Maintain bulletin boards and digital signage to reflect upcoming events, student work, and departmental news. Create and schedule social media content that highlights faculty, students, productions, and achievements. Develop and maintain checklists and written procedures for space use, inventory, and recurring weekly/monthly responsibilities. Monitor and distribute theatre-related opportunities (jobs, in-ternships, scholarships) to majors and minors. Support efforts to celebrate faculty and staff mile-stones and successes through digital or physical acknowledgments. Preferred Qualifications: Famili-arity with or willingness to learn theatre operations and digital production tools. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Teams, Canva, and at least one editing platform (e.g., Adobe Premi-ere, Audacity). Strong organizational and communication skills.

Relevant Majors: Theatre, Communications, Visual Art; Others are certainly welcome
Number of postions: 3-5
Position Type: Hybrid (both in-person and remote)


Biological and Forensic Sciences

Contact: Danielle Graham
Email: degraham@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1055

Job Description: Assist with office administrative duties; Receiving and filing office equipment and supplies; Copying and printing; Running errands; Assisting with set up, hosting, and breakdown De-partment Events, Managing Department Social Media Accounts.

Job Requirements: Friendly, Punctual, Self-Starter, Communicative, Basic/Advanced Skills in Mi-crosoft Office, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Social Media/Technology Savvy
Biology or Forensic Sciences

Number of postions: 1
Position Type: Hybrid (both in-person and remote)
Relevant Majors: Biology or Forensic Science

Biological and Forensic Sciences

Contact: Danielle Graham
Email: degraham@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1055

Job Description: The student will be responsible for assisting laboratory managers in preparing teaching labs for the Department of Biological and Forensic Sciences or working one-on-one with a faculty member on a research project.

Job Requirements: Preferably Junior or Senior, dependable, organized, and willing to learn. Previ-ous research experience is preferred but not required.

Number of postions: 5
Position Type: In-Person
Relevant Majors: Biology or Forensic Science

Office of the Chancellor

Contact: Sheron Johnson Wright
Email: sjohns85@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.2049

Job Description: Event Support Staff

Job Requirements: Assist with setup and breakdown of events, attend planning meetings, maintain timelines, assist with decor materials and supplies

Number of postions: 1
Position Type: In-person 
Relevant Majors: All

Advising Center

Contact: Jomall Cummings
Email: Jcummin3@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1312

Job Description: The Advising Center (Front Desk Assistant) serves as the first point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This position supports daily front-desk operations by assisting with reception duties, appointment management, and general administrative support. Professional-ism, confidentiality, and strong communication skills are essential.

Job Requirements: Greet and assist students and guests in a welcoming and courteous man-ner
Answer phone calls, transfer calls appropriately, and take accurate messages
Schedule, reschedule, and confirm advising appointments using EAB Navigate
Respond to general inquiries about advising services and campus resources
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front desk area

Number of postions: 4
Position Type: In-person 
Relevant Majors: All

Criminal Justice

Contact: Dr. Angela Taylor
Email: ataylo14@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.2275

Job Description: The CJ department wants to hire two students who are detail-oriented and tech-savvy to assist the department with completing administrative tasks (scanning, copying, organiza-tion, etc.); providing technical support; and designing digital products (marketing, training materi-als, etc.)

Job Requirements: Candidates must have good communication and interpersonal skills, be detail-oriented; have good organizational skills and manage time well. Priority will be given to those with strong technical aptitude and the ability to learn quickly. Should be familiar with using, or open to learning how to use, design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.).

Number of postions: 2
Position Type: In-person 
Relevant Majors: All

TRIO Student Support Services


Contact: Majeste Graves
Email: mgraves3@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.2532

Job Description: Event Support Staff
Job Requirements: Assist with setup and breakdown of events, attend planning meetings, maintain timelines, assist with decor materials and supplies

Number of postions: 1
Position Type: In-person 
Relevant Majors: All


Student Success

Contact: Christopher Foster
Email: cfoster14@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.1175

Job Description: This person will assist with 2nd Year Experience event setup, hosting, and clean up. This person will also assist with the creation and distribution of event flyers. Other duties as assigned. 

Job Requirements: Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior.

Number of postions: 2
Position Type: In-person 
Relevant Majors: All


Campus Recreation

Contact: Noah Mass 
Email: nmass@uncfsu.edu 
Phone: 910-672-2877

Job Requirements:

Referee:

  • Attends all required meetings and trainings
  • May officiate and judge a variety of intramural sports, games, activities and competitions
  • Officiates or judge’s activities occurring either indoor or outdoor depending on activity/sport
  • Keeping the scoreboard accurate
  • Keeping accurate player statistics
  • Working with game officials to ensure a fair contest
  • Maintaining official team rosters
  • Keeping time by starting and stopping the clock

Facilities Monitor:

  • Communicate any problems or concerns to the facilitator/supervisor
  • Make sure all equipment is Checked In and Checked out
  • Make sure that all facility policies are being adhered to
  • Set up, break down, and clean up equipment

Lifeguard:

  • Communicate any problems or concerns to the facilitator/supervisor
  • Rescuing swimmers in distress
  • Administering first aid and artificial respiration
  • Teaching swimming
  • Maintaining order and discipline
  • Helping to keep the area clean
  • Enforcing rules and regulations
  • Staying alert to detect hazardous conditions
  • Supervising swimming activities
  • Ensuring policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed
  • Warning swimmers of improper activities or danger
  • Evaluating conditions for safety
  • Initiating aquatics emergency action plan
  • Inspecting the waterfront, dock, equipment, and water
  • Maintaining equipment and first aid inventory

Job Requirements: Self- Motivated, Willing to Learn, work well within a team, proficient communicator, Active Listen-er , Positives Attitude,: If wanting to be a lifeguard, must be a good swimming and have the ability to pass the Lifeguard test.

Relevant Majors: Sports Management
Position Type: In-Person
Number of Positions:

  • Referee: 5
  • Facilities Monitors: 8
  • Lifeguards: 3


Bronco One Stop 

Contact: Sasha Francis
Email: sfrancis1@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.2200

Job Description: Bronco One Stop Ambassadors are vital to ensuring a warm and welcoming envi-ronment for all who visit the Bronco One Stop. Ambassadors greet guests upon entry, provide di-rections, and assist in navigating the services available. Additionally, they help students with check-ing into the Bronco One Stop and Advising Center and act as technology assistants and navigation guides when needed. This may include escorting them to various locations within the building or nearby campus buildings. Ambassadors may also be involved in the setup, cleanup, and participa-tion at Student Success events. Furthermore, Ambassadors will have the opportunity to assist with social content creation, enhancing our community engagement online.

Job Requirements: Candidates must exhibit exceptional customer service and communication skills. We are looking for individuals who are sociable, enthusiastic, friendly, resourceful, and capable of following directions meticulously.

Number of postions: 6
Position Type: In-person 
Relevant Majors: All


Student Success

Contact: Tavoria Freeman
Email: twax@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.2855

Job Description: The Student Success Ambassador will support the Office of Student Success by as-sisting with outreach, engagement, and programming efforts aimed at promoting student success, persistence, and a sense of belonging on campus. This position is ideal for students who are pas-sionate about helping others thrive and are interested in communication, event planning, and peer engagement. 

Job Requirements: Social Media & Content Creation. Assist with developing and posting engaging social media content across platforms to promote student success initiatives, workshops, and events.  Capture photos and videos from student events and campus life for use in digital cam-paigns. Create flyers, graphics, and reels using tools like Canva, CapCut, or similar platforms. Stu-dent Workshop & Event Support. Help plan, coordinate, and facilitate student success events and workshops. Provide on-site event support including setup, sign-in, and engaging with attendees. Assist with distributing promotional materials and encouraging peer participation. Outreach & Peer Engagement. Serve as a positive peer role model and representative of the Office of Student Suc-cess. Participate in tabling, classroom visits, and other outreach efforts to raise awareness of ser-vices and events. Collect feedback from students to improve programs and services. Strong com-munication and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, etc.) Comfortable with public speaking or engaging in group settings. Creative mindset and attention to detail. Dependable, organized, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Experience with Canva, video editing apps, or social media planning tools is a plus. 

Number of postions: 5
Position Type: In-person 
Relevant Majors: Communication and Media Studies, Business (Marketing), Visual Arts, Psychology, Sociology

Athletics (Triple A Program Monitor)

Contact: Justin Malloy
Email: jmalloy9@uncfsu.edu
Phone: 910.672.2105

Job Description:

  • Monitor Student Check-In/Out: Ensure accurate tracking of student-athletes as they swipe in and out of the Capel Arena and Chick Building. Verify that students are fulfilling their required hours according to program guidelines.
  • Oversee Study Hall: Supervise the study hall room, maintaining a quiet and productive environ-ment for student-athletes to complete their study hours.
  • Data Management: Use Excel to record and manage attendance data. Ensure all records are accu-rate and up to date.
  • Maintain Cleanliness: Ensure that the study hall area is always kept clean and orderly at all times.
     

Job Requirements: 

  • Basic proficiency in Excel for data management and reporting.
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of attendance.
  • Ability to maintain a quiet and focused environment in the study hall.
  • Reliable and punctual, with a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized workspace.