Work Study Program: Students
Do you need extra money? Are you looking for a job that is conveniently located on the campus where you take your classes or in the community where you live? Are you looking for practical work experience in your field of study? If you answered “yes” to these questions, then Work Study is the perfect opportunity for you!
- What is Work Study?
- How do I qualify for Work Study?
- What is the process for obtaining a Work Study position?
- What positions are available?
- Where do I submit my timecards and pick up my paychecks?
- How many hours am I eligible to work?
- Can I do Co-op and Work Study?
- Work Study procedures and responsibilities
What is Work Study?
Work Study is a program that provides funding for students to work in part-time jobs located on campus or in the local community. Students work 10-20 hours a week and receive a paycheck through the college. Many of the Work Study jobs also provide students with work experience in their field of study.
What is the process for obtaining a Work Study position?
How do I qualify for Work Study?
There are three different types of Work Study available to DCCC students. The largest and most popular type is the Federal Work Study program, funded by the Federal government. To be eligible, students must be receiving financial aid and qualify for Work Study as part of their financial aid package. The college also makes a small amount of money available to students who do not qualify for financial aid. The third and final type of Work Study is for International students who are otherwise unable to work in the US. The College and International Work Study opportunities are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Students must maintain half time enrollment (at least 6 credits) to be eligible for employment through the Work Study program.
If you are interested and want to determine your eligibility, contact the Financial Aid office located on the third floor of Founders Hall on main campus or via e-mail at finaid@dccc.edu. If you are an International student, you must see Lydia Dell’Osa, Director of International Services, to qualify.
What is the process for obtaining a Work Study position?
- Contact the Financial Aid Office to confirm your eligibility. If you are awarded Work Study, you will be given a Work Study Authorization form.
- Bring the Authorization form to Darah Filidore, Work Study Coordinator, in the Student Employment Services and Co-op Center -Room 1305 of the Academic building on main campus.*
- Listings for on and off campus Work Study jobs are available in the office. You will also be given several forms to be completed for payroll.
- Visit the department or organization to which you are referred to determine if the job is a good match for you. If you are interested in the position and are hired, have the job supervisor sign and complete the Work Study Authorization form.
- Return the signed Authorization form along with the completed payroll paperwork to Darah Filidore.
- Once this process is completed, you can begin working.
* If it is not convenient for you to visit main campus, you can contact Darah Filidore by phone at 610-325-2790 or e-mail at dfilidor@dccc.edu and the process can be facilitated remotely.
What positions are available?
We have numerous positions available on all DCCC campuses as well as in Delaware, Chester and Philadelphia Counties. We have general administrative positions as well as positions relating to business, communications, computer, education, health, and behavioral science majors. These jobs are posted in the hallway outside of room 1305 in the Academic building on Main campus.** If you don’t see a position in your community or field of study, please inquire as we are able to develop jobs to meet students’ individual needs.
** If it is not convenient for you to visit main campus, you can contact Darah Filidore by phone at 610-325-2790 or e-mail at dfilidor@dccc.edu to learn more about the Work Study jobs currently available.
Where do I submit my timecards and pick up my paychecks?
The Work Study program requires that you complete a timecard for the hours worked every two weeks. The timecard must be signed by your supervisor and returned to the Financial Aid office every other Thursday.
*** Paychecks will be dispersed on Friday of the week following the submission of your timecard. All DCCC employees, including students, have their paycheck deposited directly into a Checking or Savings account. You can specify where you want your paycheck deposited on the direct deposit form which will be given to you with your other payroll forms.
If you are working on campus, your supervisor will supply you with timecards. If you are working off campus, you will be given your first timecard when you turn in your completed payroll paperwork and will receive a new timecard from the Financial Aid office each time you turn in a completed timecard.
*** Please note that if it is not convenient for you to visit main campus to turn in your timecard, it can be sent via interoffice mail from any of the DCCC campuses. Please be sure to leave adequate time for mail delivery.
How many hours am I eligible to work?
The number of hours you can work each week is dependent upon the type of Work Study you have and your financial eligibility. Students working in the College and International Work Study programs can work up to 10 hours per week. Students who qualify for Federal Work Study can work up to 20 hours per week, with a maximum of 499 hours per year, based on their individual financial aid award and eligibility. You will be informed of the pay rate for your position and the number of hours you are eligible to work upon completion of the Work Study Authorization Form and payroll forms.
Can I do Co-op and Work Study?
If you are eligible for both the Co-op and the Work Study programs and the Co-op is an unpaid position at a Work Study eligible location, you can use it as a Co-op opportunity and get paid for your work through the Work Study program.
Work Study procedures and responsibilities
By accepting a Work Study position, you agree to the following:
- You must maintain half time enrollment (6 credits)and a 2.0 GPA to be eligible for Work Study employment. If you drop below 6 credits or a 2.0 GPA, you must inform the Work Study Coordinator.
- Work Study employment is part time, 10 hours per week, not to exceed 499 hours per year. If you wish to work more than 10 hours per week, please discuss this with your supervisor and then contact the Work Study Coordinator to determine if you are eligible.
- Students may not participate in the Work Study program if they are working in another capacity as a DCCC employee.
- Establish a schedule with your supervisor that does not conflict with or overlap with your class schedule.
- Contact your supervisor if you are unable to work prior to the time you are scheduled to work.
- Time cards can be submitted every two weeks for hours worked. Time cards must be submitted within 30 days of the time worked or earnings may be forfeited.
- If a time card is submitted with fraudulent information, you will face termination and may face severe disciplinary action.
- All PA and US Department of Education Student Financial Aid regulations and DCCC policies apply to your employment.
Questions
If you have questions or would like more information about the Work Study program, contact Darah Filidore, Work Study Coordinator, in room 1305 of the Academic Building on Main campus, by phone at 610-325-2790 or at dfilidor@dccc.edu.