FAQs
FAQs
Quick Answers About On-Campus Jobs
Use these frequently asked questions for a quick overview. Review the other On-Campus Jobs pages for detailed instructions and current requirements.
Students may work up to 20 hours per week during fall and spring semesters and up to 40 hours per week during summer sessions and semester breaks.
Yes. Students may work more than one on-campus job as long as they remain within the maximum number of hours allowed per week and coordinate their schedules with each employer. Please inform and coordinator with each supervisor to ensure you do not exceed maximum number of hours.
Federal Work-Study is a federally funded financial aid program that provides eligible students with part-time employment opportunities. Students must be approved by the Financial Aid Office before being hired for a Federal Work-Study position.
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F-1 and J-1 students may be eligible for on-campus employment. Review the On-Campus Employment process for International Students and receive confirmation from an international student advisor before beginning work.
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You may begin only after your employer confirms your start date and your I-9 verification is complete. Incoming students may begin working up to seven days before the start of their first semester, provided all required steps have been completed.
Most positions are posted in Handshake. You can also contact campus departments directly to ask about current openings.
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Search jobs in Handshake
Review CLD resources for resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn, use Hiration, or schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor.
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Resume, CV, Cover Letter and LinkedIn resources
Schedule an Appointment with a Career Counselor
Hiration: Current Students Incoming Students
Student employees report their hours in Gateway and are paid once a month. Review the payroll page for instructions on timesheets, approval, paydays, and direct deposit.
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On-campus employers cannot provide individual tax advice. For general information, review the IRS Form W-4 and California DE-4 information or consult a qualified tax professional.
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Need More Help?
Contact Career and Leadership Development at career@sfsu.edu or visit the On-Campus Jobs page for additional information.