Student Employment

Can I work more than one Federal Work-Study job?

Students may not work in more than one JWU position simultaneously. JWU supports having a healthy balance with academics taking top priority.

How many hours am I allowed to work each week? 

The maximum number of hours allowed each week is based upon your total Federal Work-Study award, which is divided up to allow you to work the entire academic year. You may choose to work less hours, but doing so will not allow you to earn your entire award amount.

How do I record and submit hours that I work?

As a new student employee, you will receive a temporary paper time sheet once you complete your time-sensitive new hire paperwork. This time sheet should be used to capture hours worked until you have access to JWU’s HRpulse Time & Attendance system.

You will receive an HRpulse login credential email from Human Resources & Payroll.

If you are using a time clock to record hours, your manager will show you the location so that you can clock on when you report to work.

Student employees that use a computer will login to HRpulse to record hours worked.

May I change my work-study job within a given academic year? 

You are given the opportunity to select your job, and managers work around student academic schedules. Therefore, as a general rule, you are not allowed to transfer to another work-study job once you have selected a job for the year. You do, however, have the ability to change jobs in subsequent academic years.

If you have other scheduling commitments, you may need to select a job that has more scheduling flexibility rather than a job that has limited hours or does not work with your other commitments. The job site will give you information to help you make the right Federal Work-Study job choice.

What is my hourly wage as a Federal Work-Study participant?

• Rhode Island – $15/hr.
• Massachusetts – $15/hr.
• North Carolina – $12.50/hr.

Do I need to pay taxes on wages earned in my Federal Work-Study job?

Yes. Wages you earn are subject to federal and state tax withholding. As an enrolled student, your wages are exempt from FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare taxes).

Can I make up my Federal Work-Study hours because I can’t work while I am on internship?

If you are participating in Internship or Study Abroad and you are not going to work during that semester, contact your campus student employment representative as soon as you are accepted. Your hours may be recalculated to allow you to earn your entire Federal Work-Study Award during one semester.

Can Federal Work-Study earnings be applied to my tuition charges?

Yes. You can complete a turnover agreement form with Student Financial Services.