Am I eligible for a student job?
As a University of Minnesota student, you are eligible to work if you are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and you meet minimum registration requirements.
Minimum Credits Required to Hold a Student Job
Fall and Spring Sessions
| Student Status | Regular | Work-study |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6 | 6 |
| Graduate | 3 | 3 |
| Non-degree | 6 | N/A |
| International Undergraduate | 12 | N/A |
| International Graduate | 6 | N/A |
| International Non-degree | 12 | N/A |
Summer Session
| Student Status | Regular | Work-study |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 0* | 6 |
| Graduate | 0* | 3 |
| Non-degree | 6 | N/A |
| International Undergraduate | 0* | N/A |
| International Graduate | 0* | N/A |
| International Non-degree | 12 | N/A |
*If you worked on campus during spring semester and intend to register for fall semester, you do not need to register for summer to hold a student job.
Can work-study be used at any on-campus jobs?
Yes, all on-campus student jobs are eligible for work-study.
Am I still eligible to work even if I don't have work-study?
How much will I be paid?
Wages for student jobs may vary based on where you're working but will be at least $15 per hour, systemwide. This applies whether or not your position is work-study funded.
I am an international student. Am I eligible to work?
Yes, students who hold a F-1 or J-1 visa are eligible to work on or off campus. Please see the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) website for more information.
I am a PSEO student. Am I eligible to work a student job?
High school students in the Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) program are also eligible to work on campus. See the PSEO Student Handbook for more information.
When can I start working?
Depending on your student and registration status, you may not be able to work before or after certain dates.
Student Employment Begin and End Dates
| Semester | Semester Dates | Employment Begin Date | Termination Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | 9/3/24–12/19/24 Finals week: 12/16/24–12/19/24 | 8/12/24 The first day a student can work (provided the student has sufficient credits). | 12/29/24 |
| Spring 2025 | 1/21/25–5/18/25 Finals week: 5/8/25–5/14/25 | 12/30/24 | 5/30/25 |
Notes
| Semester | Work-study Notes |
|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | Fall work-study runs 8/12/24–12/29/24. |
| Spring 2025 | Spring work-study runs 12/30/24–5/18/25. |
What do I need to start my job?
Once hired, you must fill out the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification and provide documents to show that you are eligible for employment on or before your first day of work for pay. (Your supervisor will send you the document to fill out after you accept the job.) View acceptable I-9 documents.
I have more questions. Who should I contact?
If you have questions about your eligibility or the hiring process, contact stdtempl@umn.edu. We're here to help you succeed in your campus job search.