Federal Work Study Off-Campus

About the role

The Off-Campus Federal Work Study (FWS) program provides students with meaningful, paid work experiences that support both community needs and student career development. Roles vary across partner organizations and may include office support, program facilitation, youth engagement, maintenance, or media/communications support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service in all interactions.
• Apply organizational skills to manage tasks such as filing, scheduling, or recordkeeping.
• Use basic technology and computing skills (e.g., email, word processing, data entry).
• Communicate effectively by phone, email, and in person.
• Contribute to a team-oriented and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism and reliability, including attendance and punctuality.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a financial aid eligible Ivy Tech degree program, with a current FAFSA on file, unmet financial need, and no incomplete financial aid requirements.
• Must also meet Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.
• Ability to provide positive, respectful, and solution-focused service to community members and coworkers.
• Comfortable working in varied environments and adjusting to different tasks or responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including children, families, and community partners.
• Commitment to confidentiality, FERPA compliance, and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Skills

• Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Experience, coursework, or interest in areas related to assigned role (e.g., education, business, communications, IT, social services).
• Ability to take responsibility for assigned projects or activities with minimal supervision.

Benefits

While duties will vary by placement, students are expected to:

• Deliver excellent customer service in all interactions.
• Apply organizational skills to manage tasks such as filing, scheduling, or recordkeeping.
• Use basic technology and computing skills (e.g., email, word processing, data entry).
• Communicate effectively by phone, email, and in person.
• Contribute to a team-oriented and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism and reliability, including attendance and punctuality.

Pay

$18/hour

Schedule

Up to 20 hours per week