Student Employment

On-Campus Opportunities
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Research shows that students that have an on-campus job have higher retention rates and perform better academically.

We have a wide range of student employment opportunities across campus and are flexible with student schedules.

Consider working on campus in University Dining, University Housing, the Sports & Fitness Center, or in various offices across campus!


On-Campus Employment Opportunities

Federal Work Study
  • Work study is a need based financial aid award.
  • If you have submitted a FAFSA and "Federal Work Study" is listed on your award letter, you have the opportunity to apply for work study employment and earn up to the amount of work study awarded.
  • The work study award is not a guarantee of a job; you need to apply for jobs and complete any hiring processes that may be involved.
  • Once you are hired, a work schedule is developed with your employer to best fit your class schedule, possibly including nights and weekends.
  • A paycheck is disbursed (by direct deposit) every two weeks for the hours you work. You will receive bi-weekly electronic earnings statements via your UW-Stout e-mail account.
State Payroll
  • A form of on-campus employment.
  • Any enrolled, degree-seeking student can work in a student assistant position, even if not awarded financial aid. The FAFSA submittal is not required to pursue this type of position.
  • Once you are hired, a work schedule is developed with your employer to best fit your class schedule, possibly including nights and weekends.
  • A paycheck is disbursed (by direct deposit) every two weeks for the hours you work. You will receive bi-weekly electronic earnings statements via your UW-Stout e-mail account.
Graduate Assistantships
  • Graduate Assistantships (GAs) are paid positions at UW-Stout where you also have the opportunity to gain valuable professional experience.
  • You are eligible for a GA position if you meet all of the following criteria: admitted to a graduate degree program (dual-level and non-degree seeking students are not eligible), enrolled in at least six graduate credits each term, and maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 each term.
  • GAs do not include a tuition waiver. However, non-resident students who hold at least a 0.33 FTE position are not charged the non-resident portion of tuition.
  • GAs are considered a form of financial aid
Grow, Persist, Succeed (GPS) Program
  • Student-focused skill building program aimed to develop career readiness competencies through on-campus positions
  • A paycheck is disbursed every two weeks for the hours worked.
  • Positions are open to first-year, second-year, and transfer students.
  • Program is managed by the Career Services Office.

Current Job Openings on Campus


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Climbing Wall Specialist-Rec at UW-Stout On Campus STUDENT JOBS

Employer: UW-Stout On Campus STUDENT JOBS - Recreation

Expires: 08/18/2023

HIRING FOR FALL 2023Minimum Qualifications:  Student must have at least two semesters of student employment eligibility  Certification in First Aid, CPR & AED or willingness to obtain Willing to obtain a PCIA Climbing Wall Instructor Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  Previous experience with outdoor recreation/climbingParticipation in activities and programs offered by Stout Adventures   Ability to work with participants of all ages  Good communication skills   General Responsibilities:  Stout Adventures Climbing Wall Specialists report to the Stout Adventures Student Managers and the Stout Adventures Coordinator. Their responsibilities include the general operation of the Stout Adventures Climbing Wall and Equipment Rental Center.   Specific Duties:  Attend initial and ongoing training on Stout Adventures operationsCheck climbers in and out of the climbing wall area Monitor climbers for safe technique and proper behavior Enforce climbing wall policies, procedures and rules Care, maintenance, and inspection of climbing wall equipment Manage check out of harnesses, shoes, and belay devices to climbing wall participantsProvide climbing and belay instruction to participants Provide a belay for participants when necessary Assist with route setting Assist with the planning of ROCKFEST, Stout Adventures’ annual climbing competition. Work the day of the event Rental of outdoor equipment in a friendly and professional manner Perform simple maintenance and cleaning on a variety of outdoor equipment Keep the equipment rental area clean and put away equipment promptly Attend and participate in training sessions & staff meetings Maintain an enthusiastic, helpful attitude when working with customers Be knowledgeable about Stout Adventures trips, clinics, programs, and pro-shop items to facilitate sales  All other tasks as assigned  Learning Outcomes:  As a result of being a Stout Adventures employee, students will develop:  Self Confidence/Awareness  Communication/Feedback  Problem Solving/Critical Thinking  Time Management  Responsibility/Accountability  

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Outdoor Trip Leader - Rec at UW-Stout On Campus STUDENT JOBS

Employer: UW-Stout On Campus STUDENT JOBS - Recreation

Expires: 08/18/2023

Minimum Qualifications:  Must have at least two semesters of student employment eligibility Must be willing to go through extensive training on Stout Adventures operations Certification in First Aid, CPR & AED or willingness to obtain Proficient customer service & leadership skills  Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  Previous experience with outdoor recreation Participation in past trips offered by Stout Adventures  Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds  Strong communication skills  Ability to guide, direct, and motivate people  General Responsibilities: Stout Adventures Trip Leaders report to the Stout Adventures Student Managers and the Stout Adventures Coordinator. Trip Leaders have an opportunity to explore the wilderness and develop both hard and soft skills and grow their leadership abilities. Trip Leaders must agree to take on the added responsibility of following and enforcing Stout Adventures policies. Trip Leaders operate under the Stout Adventures name and therefore will adopt the Stout Adventures philosophy of outdoor trip leading.  Specific Duties:  Attend and participate in trip leader trainings and trip leader meetings Shadow at least two Stout Adventures trips before leading Have an in-depth understanding of Stout Adventures trip policies and equipment Help develop, plan and expand trip offerings  Aid in trip participant recruitment  Organize, plan and execute assigned trips from start to finish  Responsible for pre-trip participant communications, equipment packing, and completing all necessary documentation. Maintain an enthusiastic, positive attitude on trips and while interacting with participants  Learning Outcomes:  As a result of being a Stout Adventures employee, students will develop:  Self Confidence/Awareness  Communication/Feedback  Problem Solving/Critical Thinking  Time Management  Responsibility/Accountability 

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Dining Services Food Service Worker- Memorial Student Center at UW-Stout On Campus STUDENT JOBS

Employer: UW-Stout On Campus STUDENT JOBS - Dining Services

Expires: 06/01/2023

Give patron quick, courteous service. Use proper food handling techniques. Maintain clean work area and practice sanitary service techniques. Serve attractively plates, properly portioned product to customer, complete any and all duties as assigned by a Student Manger or Lead worker. Starting wage is $10.00 per hour. With a consecutive 4 hour shift, you will receive a free meal. With a 2 hour shift, a beverage of choice. Contact Dani Tuschl, tuschld@uwstout.edu, located in the Memorial Student Center cafeteria on South Campus.Qualifications: Ability to demonstrate customer service skills, previous food service experience a plus and to become a productive member of the dining service team.