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Federal Work Study (FWS)
NOTE: In order to obtain an FWS position, students must possess an award from the
University Scholarships and Financial Aid Services (USFAS) Office

Overview 
When students complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) they indicate if they are interested in receiving Federal Work Study.  If interested students meet certain FWS eligibility requirements (scroll all the way down to Work/Employment), they may be awarded FWS in their financial aid award package according to the availability of funds.  If awarded FWS, it is the student’s responsibility to secure an FWS job (most likely on-campus) in order to earn their award money*.  The USF Career Center assists students with their self-directed job search as outlined below.  Please note:  For questions about how to receive an FWS award, contact the University Scholarships and Financial Aid Services (USFAS) office.

Step 1:  Getting Started

Step 2: How to Search for Jobs

  • Go to Careers@USF (you may also access by clicking on the Student Employment@USF button on your MyUSF home page)
  • Click the "Student Employment" tab to view available student positions
  • Create your application in Careers@USF
  • Modify resume and, if applicable, create a cover letter targeted to the job for which you're applying (come in during Career Express hours if you need assistance)
  • Apply through the Careers@USF system to FWS jobs for which you are qualified
  • Carefully follow directions for applying, including the process of saving your OASIS "Award Screen" as a .txt or .pdf file to upload for applications
  • Jobs will be designated as FWS, SSE or TSE in the posting title

Step 3:  Executing your FWS Job Search

More information coming soon!
Keep an eye on this website for up-to-date information about on-campus employment.

*Students should discuss their hours with their department/supervisor in order to determine how much of their award they can earn.  Since departments are given limited funding to which they must adhere, departments are not required to ensure students earn their full award amount.


FWS Community Service Options:

Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement
ENLACE and College Link


Career Center FWS Career Advisor.

Career Center Resources to help you with your FWS Job Search
Workshops and/or Online Seminars Online Seminars: Resume-writing, Job Search Strategies, Interview Strategies
Resume-writing Help Resources to help you with you resume and cover letter
Careers@USF: This website is where you will find postings for all paid on-campus jobs, including FWS positions.
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