2025-26 Federal Work-Study Job Board
You must be awarded Federal Work-Study through your 2025-26 financial aid offer to be eligible to apply for the positions listed. All positions are available for the academic year (fall and spring semesters) and located on the USD campus, unless otherwise noted. The start date and weekly schedule will be determined at the time of hire. Most positions offer the opportunity to work 10-12 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters.
New Hires
If you have not worked on campus within the last 12 months, you'll need to complete the new hire process and background check prior to your first day of work. Please contact the USD Student Employment Center via email at usdsec@sandiego.edu with any questions.
Graduate Student Positions
To apply for a Graduate Student Assistant position, please complete the Google Forms for the position(s) that you wish to apply. The hiring manager will contact you directly regarding the next steps in the process.
Undergraduate Student Positions
To apply for a job, please complete the Google Forms for the position(s) that you wish to apply. The hiring manager(s) will contact you directly regarding your application status.
Students may be considered for positions with additional responsibilities and higher pay rates, depending on their skills and experience.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
To support the operations of the DAA+AH department by assisting with administrative tasks, lab oversight, equipment check-outs, and shop monitoring to ensure safe, clean, and functional learning environments for students.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- DAA+AH Office
• Serve as a liaison between faculty, staff, and students
• Answer phones, make copies, distribute mail, and circulate announcements
• Run errands across campus and organize office supplies
• Assist with faculty meetings, guest lectures, and social media updates
• Maintain a clean and organized office environment - A/V Equipment Check-Out
• Manage check-out/check-in of audio/visual equipment
• Ensure equipment is returned with all components
• Keep the A/V storage area tidy - Photography Labs (Darkroom & Digital)
• Monitor labs outside of class times for student use
• Set up and break down chemistry in the darkroom
• Support students with digital and analog projects
• Ensure safe use and proper lab maintenance
• Secure and clean labs at the end of each shift
• Evening and weekend hours may be required without direct supervision - Wood, Ceramics and Metal Shops
• Provide access to shops outside of scheduled class hours
• Assist students with projects and equipment use
• Monitor safe practices and maintain cleanliness
• Complete daily assigned shop tasks and secure the space after shifts
• Evening and weekend hours may be required without direct supervision
Skills
Preferred/Required Skills
• Reliable, responsible, and professional with a positive attitude
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Exercises good judgment
• Experience working in a woodshop, metal shop, or ceramics environment
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, CAD programs, 3D printing, and CNC operations
• Proficient in email, Microsoft Office, USD’s online platforms, and social media tools
• Photography: familiar with both analog and digital processes
• Training will be provided
Additional Information
Hours needed: All week and weekends, Any time between 9:00 AM 8:00 PM PST.
To apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $18.25 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
General purpose: The UG Work/Study Student is responsible for assisting with the management of Restorative Justice Network of Catholic Campuses (RJNCC) social media platforms. This includes creating and curating, scheduling, and posting content on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Hubspot (for the Center newsletter). Additional responsibilities include assistance with digital and print marketing initiatives and event promotion.
Responsibilities
Assist with management of RJNCC official social media channels
Assist with the curation and creation of digital and print content across various formats and platforms
Assist with the promotion of RJNCC events, programs, and opportunities
Collaborate with Center team members on a content calendar to schedule and track postings
Post content promptly
Engage with the online community and respond to followers' responses as requested by Visiting Scholar
Perform other related duties as assigned
Skills
Essential Skills and Experience
Represent the RJNCC and the Center in a professional manner
Knowledge of social media platforms and trends including but not limited to, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
Strong grammar, punctuation, spelling, and proofreading skills
Organized, responsible with strong attention to detail
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize assignments
Ability and willingness to work collaboratively and independently
Desired Skills and Experience
Interest in a Mass Communication/Marketing
Academic and/or professional experience in Communications and/or Marketing
Basic knowledge of Google Suite, HubSpot, Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, databases, and web research.
Experience working with diverse college populations
Additional Information
Schedule is flexible
To apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $18.25 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
Join the Industry and Employer Relations Team at the Knauss School of Business!
Are you ready to build your professional skills and make a real impact? We're looking for a motivated Federal Work Study student to help connect our business students with top industry partners, employers, and alumni. In this role, you'll dive into exciting projects like event planning, digital content creation, and professional networking, all while gaining hands-on experience in relationship management within a vibrant academic environment. This is a unique opportunity to support our mission of building valuable internship and job opportunities for students and to expand your network in the process.
Skills
Administrative and Event Coordination: Provide administrative support and coordination for events related to industry and employer relations.
Google Form Creation: Create google forms for events
Canva Design: Use Canva to create visually appealing flyers, presentations, and other promotional materials for events and initiatives. Ensure brand consistency and professional quality in all designs.
Research: Conduct research on job opportunities, recruitment events, alumni, and employer information to support student job placement and networking opportunities.
Social Media:
Social Media Content Creation: Develop engaging posts to promote employer and industry-related events, including job fairs, networking sessions, and workshops, on platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
Branding and Visual Storytelling: Use Canva to design eye-catching graphics for social media campaigns that align with the Knauss School of Business’s branding and messaging.
Event Promotion: Collaborate with the team to create and schedule posts highlighting upcoming events, alumni success stories, and employer spotlights.
Analytics and Engagement: Track social media metrics to assess engagement rates and the effectiveness of content, and make recommendations for improving online visibility.
Community Building: Actively engage with students, alumni, and industry partners through comments, shares, and messages to foster a connected online community.
Reel Creation: Produce dynamic and engaging short-form video content (e.g., Instagram Reels, TikTok) to showcase events, highlight student success stories, and promote internship and job opportunities creatively and effectively.
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Flexible, but must be between 8am-4pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
To apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
The Knauss School of Business Federal Work-Study Student Administrative Assistant daily duties may include any or all of the following:
- Office receptionist
- Making copies
- Supply Inventory (stocking and organization)
- Sorting and distributing mail
- Light typing
- Answering telephones
- Running intra-campus errands (including but not limited to dropping off and picking up items from the Mail Center and Copy & Graphics)
- Assistance with special projects
- Mailings
- Other duties as assigned
While acting as an office receptionist, your main duty will be to greet people who come into the office and assist them in any way possible. Please be sure to say “Hello” and ask if you may be of any assistance.
Skills
Friendly, courteous, willing to learn, helpful, self-motivated, positive attitude, general office experience a plus
CONFIDENTIALITY IS REQUIRED when working on ALL Knauss School of Business projects.
Your number one priority is service to the students, faculty, administrators, and staff. It is your responsibility to let your supervisor know if you will not be in to work. Always call. If you do not speak to your supervisor, please leave a voice message, text, and/or send a message via e-mail letting your supervisor know that you will not be in. Also, please be sure to call in (and/or e-mail/text) if you are going to be late. You are responsible for completing and approving your timecard (via Workday) on time. If you do not approve your timecard on time, you will be paid late as you will have to fill out a manual timecard and Payroll will have to process your card separately. You are responsible for keeping track of your Work-Study award. Do not work more hours than you have been awarded weekly. Your hours completed should be listed on your paystub. You are the only person that sees this information. All students working for the Knauss School of Business must acknowledge responsibility for confidential information. All records, information, and work assignments are to be kept in strict confidentiality. Improper release of confidential information will result in the immediate termination of employment.
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Monday - Friday, anytime between 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
To Apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $18.25 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
Join the Industry and Employer Relations Team at the Knauss School of Business!
Are you ready to build your professional skills and make a real impact? We're looking for a motivated Federal Work Study student to help connect our business students with top industry partners, employers, and alumni. In this role, you'll dive into exciting projects like event planning, digital content creation, and professional networking, all while gaining hands-on experience in relationship management within a vibrant academic environment. This is a unique opportunity to support our mission of building valuable internship and job opportunities for students and to expand your network in the process.
Responsibilities:
Administrative and Event Coordination: Provide administrative support and coordination for events related to industry and employer relations.
Google Form Creation: Create google forms for events
Canva Design: Use Canva to create visually appealing flyers, presentations, and other promotional materials for events and initiatives. Ensure brand consistency and professional quality in all designs.
Research: Conduct research on job opportunities, recruitment events, alumni, and employer information to support student job placement and networking opportunities.
Social Media:
Social Media Content Creation: Develop engaging posts to promote employer and
industry-related events, including job fairs, networking sessions, and workshops, on platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
Branding and Visual Storytelling: Use Canva to design eye-catching graphics for social media campaigns that align with the Knauss School of Business’s branding and messaging.
Event Promotion: Collaborate with the team to create and schedule posts highlighting
upcoming events, alumni success stories, and employer spotlights.
Analytics and Engagement: Track social media metrics to assess engagement rates and the
effectiveness of content, and make recommendations for improving online visibility.
Community Building: Actively engage with students, alumni, and industry partners through
comments, shares, and messages to foster a connected online community.
Reel Creation: Produce dynamic and engaging short-form video content (e.g., Instagram
Reels, TikTok) to showcase events, highlight student success stories, and promote internship and job opportunities creatively and effectively.
Learning Outcomes:
As part of our team, you'll build valuable skills in project management, professional communication, and digital content creation. You'll also get hands-on experience coordinating events and working closely with industry professionals, alumni, and employers-all essential skills for launching a successful career. Plus, you'll gain behind-the-scenes insights into how our business school connects students with top career opportunities, setting you up for success in your own professional journey!
Skills
Must be a current student eligible for Federal Work Study.
Proficiency in Canva or a similar design tool, with an eye for detail and visual aesthetics.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Google Workspace.
Professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively with industry professionals, campus staff, faculty, and alumni.
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement. Interest in career development, employer relations, and/or higher education is a plus.
Additional Information
Flexible schedule on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday from 8am - 4pm
To apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
General office support for Dean's Suite
Skills
Customer service, general office experience.
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Between 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday-Friday
To apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
- Operates Mini-van to transport volunteer students between USD and various locations in the Linda Vista community.
- Acts as liaison between volunteers and the Mulvaney Center.
- Must make as many shuttle runs as needed - being prompt in transporting as well as returning students to campus.
- Keep accurate records of van mileage and student participation in Log Book provided.
- Knowledge of all project sites and daily activities.
- Attends all meetings and activities required of Mulvaney Center leaders.
- Help with distribution of flyers, distribution of campus mail, Xeroxing, answering phone and data entry.
- Meticulous attention to detail and well-organized.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience working in an intercultural environment.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team.
- Team player with commitment to seeing a project through to a successful conclusion.
- Implement antiracist, anti-oppressive, and equity centered pedagogical frameworks into all aspects of the role.
Skills
- Responsible individual with a high degree of independent judgment.
- Excellent organization and communication skills; friendly and helpful.
- Ability to relate to youth who are from a variety of backgrounds with positive, helpful attitude.
- Punctual and dependable.
- Good record-keeping skills.
- Responsible individual who can work unsupervised.
- Good driving record (a DMV background check will be processed).
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Between 8:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday
To Apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75/hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
- Placed in a local K-12 classroom or afterschool program for approximately 10 hrs/week
- Establish consistent relationships with the student(s) to include school staff members
- Implement antiractist, anti-oppressive, and equity centered pedagogical frameworks into all aspects of the role
- Meets goals that include improving strategies for San Diego Unified School District learning outcomes, provide general mentorship to students, and provide students with the skills they need to be successful in school both academically and socially
- Attends all training meetings as stated by the Youth Engagement Initiative Leadership Team
- Embodiment of the Mulvaney Center immersive educational model and approach - community service learning
Skills
- Responsible individual with a high degree of independent judgment; self-directed individual
- Ability to relate to youth who are from a variety of backgrounds with a positive, helpful attitude; seeing and connecting to the youth through an asset rather than a deficit lens
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Experience working with K-12 youth and community organizations
- Has patience and a well rounded academic ability
- Punctual and dependable - a very committed and reliable person
- Possesses strong cultural competency skills and awareness around unconscious biases
- Operates from an equity and anti-oppression / anti-racist lens
- Utilizes restorative practices to include conflict resolution approaches and trauma informed practices
- Fluent in Spanish or Vietnamese a plus but not required
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Position is off campus, transportation provided
To Apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
*Providing coverage for the front desk: answering multi-line phone and greeting all visitors
*Scheduling online and in person student appointments for Assistant Deans
*Picking up and/or dropping off documents around campus, including mail on a daily basis
*Handling confidential information (including, but not limited to student files) such as filing student charts. Student employees will be required to become FERPA certified by completing an online tutorial as well as adhere to additional relevant confidentiality practices (training provided)
*Providing clerical assistance which will include: faxing, copying, filing, scanning etc.
*Maintaining office cleanliness and organization
*Conduct Database Updating in Maxient and Appointment Plus
*Supports Graduate Assistant for Student Conduct as needed
Skills
*Basic computer skills
*Appropriate communication skills
*Basic customer service skills
*General office experience
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
To apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
-Provide exceptional customer service to FWS students, parents, employers and university staff via phone, in-person interactions, and through email/SalesForce
-Work with Microsoft Office Suite Programs (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and Google Suite Programs (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.)
-Create, maintain, and regularly update Student Employment spreadsheets, reports, and documents
-Maintain and update job postings through the Job Location and Development Program
-Organize, maintain and file FWS and Financial Aid forms
-Assist with brainstorming posts for the Student Employment Center's social media outlet(s) - Instagram, Newsletter, Free Webinar / Training promotions, etc.
-Assist the SEC Advisor, SEC Coordinator, and other Financial Aid staff with special projects
-Other duties as assigned
Skills
-Training will be provided
-Reliable, responsible, great attitude, detail-oriented, organized
-Self-motivated and willing to take initiative
-Ability to work independently and willingness to work with other student assistants/staff members
-Maintain mature and professional conduct
-Understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion
-General office experience
-Experience with Microsoft office suite
-Experience with Google suite
-Successful completion of FERPA training (will be provided after onaboarding)
*must be available to work during summer and intersession*
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Mon-Fri between 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, 8-15 hours / week
To apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
The Primary purpose of the Science Building Arts Assistant will be to support the Building Manager in performing the administrative responsibilities concerned with the aesthetics of the public spaces within the Shiley Center for Science and Technology (SCST) as well as to work on artistic projects related to the operations of the Science Building at the University of San Diego.
The specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: assisting with the creation and maintenance of all aesthetic spaces and items in the public areas of the science building, checking with USD Faculty, Staff and Students to learn about the ways in which art relates to science teaching and research in the SCST. They will also work on arts projects as assigned by the building manager such as artistic reupholstery of study chairs as well as working to engrave things such as names and pictures upon water bottles and other personal items commissioned by science building Faculty, Staff and Students.
Skills
Artistic centered insight and resourcefulness; Ability to evaluate and suggest improvements for the aesthetics of public spaces and items within the science building; Ability to learn and use Microsoft Word and Google Forms; Ability to use an engraving pen to produce artistic renderings of names and pictures on personal items; Ability to maintain a calm demeanor and communicate professionally; Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding information that may be encountered in the course of duty; Have knowledge of and follow safe practices in laboratory environments.
Additional Information
Hours Needed: 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday through Friday
To Apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
The primary purpose of the Science Building Management Assistant I, will be to support the building manager in the performance of the administrative responsibilities concerned with the operation of the Shiley Center for Science and Technology.
The specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: providing office support for the building manager such as: answering the phone, noting requests, questions and concerns from USD science Faculty, Staff and Students; making copies of documents; filing forms and documents; noting and posting room reservation signs in the building and helping to maintain media postings.
Skills
Science centered insight and resourcefulness; Ability to learn and use Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Paint 3D and Photoshop; Ability to maintain a calm demeanor and communicate professionally; Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding information that may be encountered in the course of duty; Knowledge and practice of safe laboratory procedures.
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Between 8 AM - 5 PM Monday through Friday
To Apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
Arrives to work on time and remains until end of shift unless other arrangements have been made.
Takes initative to learn who does what in the department.
Asks to help when needed and remembers answers.
Maintains confidentiality.
Demonstrates patience, tact, and respect to all people.
responds by deadlines.
Proficient with or able to learn: Microsoft Word and Excel, copy machine, printer, scanner.
Ability to learn: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe acrobat, Microsoft PowerPoint, Canva.
Skills
Office Experience
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Between 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday
To Apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75/hr
Contact: Sebastian Garcia, sebastiangarcia@sandiego.edu
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
- Student Worker will sit at the reception desk and help any person with questions who enters SOLES
- They will also help with any small project the Deans Suite might have. These include decorating space, creating flyers, or helping with any of the Deans events.
Skills
- Organized
- Problem-solving
- Out-going
Additional Information
Hours needed: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM PST.
To apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
Identify and coordinate outreach efforts to students to encourage involvement and spread awareness of services offered at the Student Involvement and Information Desk located on the 3rd floor of the Student Life Pavilion.
Maintain office hours at the Student Involvement and Information Desk in SLP 308.
Remind Involvement Consultants of correct answers/resources when question(s) appear frequently.
Present on a variety of student organization topics and by request of various clubs.
Meet with students to advise on student org processes and policies.
Create and distribute the weekly Student Org Newsletter.
Advise students regarding the Student Org Event Registration System (EMS).
Work in collaboration with the Associated Student Government Student Org Committee to address issues and create community amongst student organizations.
Work in conjunction with the Assistant Director supervising the Student Involvement
To maintain the USD ToreroLife Instagram.
Skills
Web experience, word processing/typing (PC), spreadsheet management (Mac/PC), previous work in an office setting (preferably at USD), strong customer service skills, familiarity with program/event planning, extensive knowledge of involvement opportunities (including, but not limited to student organizations and departments on campus), familiarity with CANVA and comfort with usage and detailed navigation of social media
Additional Information
Hours needed: Mondays: 12:00-2:00pm, Tuesdays: 11:00am-1:00pm, Wednesday 12:00-2:00pm, Thursdays from 11am-1:00pm
To apply, please complete the following Application.
Pay Rate: $17.75 / hr
Required: Federal Work-Study included in 2025-2026 Financial Aid Offer
Description
The Student Assistant position is crucial to the Office of Undergraduate Admission. This position
will assist with all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the office, including but not limited to
front desk responsibilities, answering incoming phone calls, assisting with duties related to application
and inquiry processing, participating in event planning and logistics, -conducting campus tours and
executing other responsibilities as assigned.
Supervision Received:
Works under general supervision of the Assistant Director and Data Processing Supervisor.
Additional supervision may be exercised by the Senior Student Coordinator.
Responsibilities:
Manchester Hall Front Desk & Lobby
• Welcomes visitors to Manchester Hall for either the Office of Admissions or
directing to the Career Development Center
• Maintains front desk and reception area
• Implements front desk policies and procedures
• Assists Counselor of the Day -with front desk responsibilities, such as checking-in
tour guests, interacting with prospective students & families, organizing tour
logistics – coding the showroom key, connecting & following up with tour guides
and other necessary assigned duties.
Admissions Operations
• Completes phone training before assisting with taking phone calls
• Assists reception team in answering incoming phone calls and providing excellent
service to our callers.
• Assists in data entry of prospective student recruit records
• Assists in the responsibilities associated with application processing, such as
copying, faxing and scanning admissions documents
• Assists with office recruitment and admissions mailings
OFFICE OF ADMISSION
5998 Alcalá Park
San Diego, CA 92110-2492
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION
P: (619) 260-4506
F: (619) 260-6836
Visit Experience
• Completes campus tour guide training before leading campus tours
• Conducts campus tours when called upon
• Participates and assists in the planning and execution of admission events
throughout the year
• Participates in UGA hosted events, such as open houses, admitted student days; as
needed
• Participates in admission information sessions, as needed
• Other duties as assigned
Skills
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred/Required:
• Is comfortable interacting with visitors from diverse backgrounds and in various settings
• Possesses good written and interpersonal communication skills
• Has a mature, dependable and positive attitude rooted in the desire to provide excellent
customer service
• Experience with clerical duties, particularly in an office setting is a plus
• Has strong work ethic with an eye for details
• Understanding the importance of confidentiality is a must
• Knowledge of and willingness to learn and work with technology, specifically word
processing, internet navigation and databases are preferred
Additional Information
Hours Needed: Between 8:30am - 5:00pm, which are typical office working hours, occasional weekend events.
To Apply, please complete the following Application.
