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Community Work Study - Various positions

Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, United States, 45701

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Base pay range $11.00/hr - $11.00/hr

How to Apply Applications for the Community Work Study Program are submitted directly to our community host‑sites and the Center for Campus and Community Engagement through Givepulse. Please request to join the Community Work Study Program group here: https://www.givepulse.com/group/436209-Community-Work-Study . CCCE staff will confirm your work study eligibility with the Office of Financial Aid before admitting you to the job postings. If admitted, students can apply to positions by using the APPLY NOW button in the top right corner of the position description page. Our community host‑site partners will contact you directly to schedule an interview if they wish to move forward with your application. Hiring decisions are made by the host‑site organization, who will also serve as the student's direct supervisor. Please email

Courtney

at lefebvrec@ohio.edu with any questions.

Program Summary The Federal Community Work Study (CWS) program provides community‑based jobs to eligible Ohio University students. CWS is coordinated by the Center for Campus and Community Engagement and the Office of Financial Aid. This employment and experiential learning opportunity is designed to assist with the cost of your college education, reinforce your educational and career goals, and enable you to engage with the community. Award amounts can vary, but Community Work Study students are typically eligible to work up to 150 hours per semester for fall and spring, and roughly 20‑28 hours per week during summer at a $10 hourly rate. Remote and in‑person work is available and this program serves students on all Ohio University campuses.

The Community Work-Study Program Allows Students To

Gain relevant, career‑related work experience

Have direct contact with professionals in non‑profit and public service‑related fields

Network with community partners that could help you attain a career post‑graduation

Meaningfully engage with the community

Host‑Site Partners (examples)

The Athens County Foundation

Arts West

The Athens Farmers Market

The Athens County Planner's Office

Building Bridges 2 Careers

Cat's Cupboard

Community Food Initiatives

The Community Makerspace/Upcycle Ohio

Cross Over Community Development

The Dairy Barn Arts Center

The Huntington WV YMCA

Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery

Rural Action

Ross County Community Action

Southeast Ohio Youth Mentoring

Stuart's Opera House

The OHIO Student Farm

Tenderfoot Learning Lab

United Way of Muskingum, Perry & Morgan Counties

Youthbuild/Sojourners Care Network

…and more!

Minimum Qualifications To qualify for a CWS position, a student must be enrolled for the academic semester/year, be in good academic standing, and complete the free application for federal student aid (FAFSA) prior to applying to the program. Students can determine if they are work study eligible in the financial aid award letter or by contacting their financial aid advisor. Students may also request to join the Community Work Study Program group and fill out the form found at the above link.

Other Information Work schedules are determined by the student and their host‑site. Award amounts may vary but generally allow up to 10 hours a week during the academic year and 20‑28 hours per week over the summer.

Contact: Courtney Lefebvre (lefebvrec@ohio.edu).

EEO Statement Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Part‑time

Job function Health Care Provider — Hospitals and Health Care

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