Student Employment Programs
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Working on campus is a great way to gain experience and skills
ECC hires for various campus offices, including admissions, arts, and fitness centers. These positions provide valuable work experience and an opportunity to develop professional skills while earning an income. Most student jobs involve 10 to 20 hours of work per week, allowing you to balance your academic responsibilities with your employment. Pay for these positions is $13 per hour, helping you cover living expenses or save for future goals. Job availability may vary; you're encouraged to check with the campus career office for open positions.
There are two types of student employment.
- Federal Work-Study positions are awarded based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA. To qualify, you must enroll in at least six credit hours per semester and maintain a 2.0 GPA. These positions allow you to earn money while gaining work experience on campus.
- Institutional Work-Study is available to students enrolled in at least six credit hours with a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. You do not need to be eligible for other federal or state aid forms to work on campus. These positions also offer valuable work experience, helping students develop essential skills for their future careers.
How to Find a Campus Job
- Visit ECC jobs to view and apply for a student job. Stop in the Financial Aid Office for questions regarding student employment.
- Check the campus job listings posted outside the Financial Aid Office.
Other options are available if you don’t qualify for campus jobs, including Future Workforce Leaders, which offers paid work experience.
Financial Aid 101
Contact
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Building B, Room B156
847-214-7360
Fax: 847-608-5460
financialaid@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Thursday: 8 am to 7 pm
Friday: 8 am to 4 pm
*Closed Tuesday: 1 pm to 2:30 pm
Contact
Student Accounts
Building B, Room B151
847-214-7380
Fax: 847-214-7445
studentaccounts@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Thursday: 8 am to 7 pm
Friday: 8 am to 4 pm
**Closed Wednesdays 2 pm to 3 pm