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MISSE - Student Engagement Assistant - Pride Alliance Center

Friday, December 19, 2025
HIRING FOR BOTH SPRING 2025 AND FALL 2025BASIC FUNCTIONRun the day-to-day operations of the Cultural Centers/Areas: Afro-American Cultural Center, Latino Native American Cultural Center, Asian Pacific American Cultural Center, Pride Alliance Center, and International Student Support and Engagement. Lead and execute programming and events in collaboration with other Cultural Centers/Areas and Student Organizations. Assist in creating visual assets, marketing materials, and running the social media accounts for the Cultural Centers/Areas. Collaborate, foster, and maintain sustainable campus and community partnerships, and assist in daily maintenance, cleanliness & upkeep of Cultural Centers/Areas. RESPONSIBILITIESOversee and run the cultural centers during their regular hours in Fall and/or Spring semesters, alongside your student team, Monday-Thursday from 12PM-9PM and Fridays from 12PM-5PM (hours subject to change).Be on time, clock-in and out appropriately, and maintain a consistent weekly working schedule for your selected and/or assigned Cultural Center/Area in Fall and/or Spring semesters.Ability to work in-person at all Cultural Centers/Areas as needed and fill open shifts/coverage as needed and able.Support the planning and execution of programming/events for your Cultural Center/Area with your student team and student lead, creating opportunities for collaboration with Cultural Center Supported Student Organizations and more student organizations on campus, as well as community and campus partners. (With the support of Cultural Center advisors)Assist in designing and/or creating marketing materials, visual assets and flyers forprograms/events, updates and more, at each Cultural Center, and support in sharing via social media outlets such as Instagram, while following UI guidelines and Cultural Center/Branding guidelines and approval.Assist in the day-to-day operations of the cultural centers by taking phone messages, responding to e-mail and/or social media messages on behalf of the cultural centers appropriately and following UI and Cultural Center guidelines, and contacting campus partners and community agencies to collaborate and foster/maintain sustainable partnerships.Be visible and present for visitors upon entry and encourage visitors (student/staff/faculty, etc.) to utilize SWIPE technology for attendance purposesCreate a warm and welcoming environment for visitors, offering tours for newcomers and sharing a summary of resources available at each Cultural Center to all in the UI Community who visit(kitchen, study rooms, living rooms, TVs, free printing, etc.)Be present, positive, and assist as needed, during assigned shifts at the Cultural Center(s), during any events and programs or meeting reservations occurring at the time of your shift.Support all the Cultural Centers/Areas programming and events such as celebration weeks and months, open houses, orientation/admission tours, and student-led affinity graduation celebrationsAssist in the physical maintenance of the Cultural Centers, this includes:Daily cleaning and upkeep of spaces – such as taking out the trash daily, wiping down surfaces, doing dishes, vacuuming, dusting, decluttering, and other regular and necessary cleaning and organizational related tasks. (Facilities Management visits each Cultural Center twice a week to clean the bathrooms, clean floors and regular surface level disinfecting).Support student organizations, campus and community partners in reserving the cultural centers via the most current reservation method.Reporting any damages to the Cultural Centers or their resources/tools to Cultural Center Professional Staff.Safely securing the building at the close of shift or center hours, as well as for university designated breaks and holidaysWork to create an atmosphere conducive to a positive environment, and mutual respect between self and your Student Engagement Assistant Peers and team as a whole,Attend weekly student staff meetings for your assigned center/area, monthly Cultural Center gatherings, and semesterly professional development trainings as scheduled by the Cultural Center Professional Staff.Maintain communication with your Student Engagement Assistant peers, Lead Student Engagement Assistant and with the Cultural Center Professional Staff as appropriate and read and respond to staff requests in a timely fashion (in-person, via UI email, and/or GroupMe).Perform other additional responsibilities and administrative tasks, as needed and assigned (open Cultural Centers outside of regular hours, running, storage/supply inventory, etc.)QUALIFICATIONSMust be a registered UI studentAble to work 5-10 hours per weekAbility to foster a welcoming and respectful environment while working with a variety of individuals and groupsGood verbal, written, email, and other technology platform (e.g, GroupMe) communication skillsStrong interest in event planning.Problem solving, and conflict resolution skillsTechnology and social media skills (Instagram, Canva, etc.)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in student leadership & multicultural programming (e.g., event planning, community involvement) preferredEligible for work studyKnowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations as outlined https://dos.uiowa.edu/policies/WORK HOURS Shift availability for Spring 2025: Thursdays from 12:00pm - 4:00pm or 1:30pm - 4:00pm and Fridays from 3:00pm - 4:00pmThe weekly semester schedule begins Monday, August 25, 2025 and ends Friday, May 8, 2026 (all Cultural Center spaces will be closed during university designated breaks and holidays)LOCATIONPride Alliance Center – 601 Melrose AveTRAINING REQUIREMENTSIMU Student OrientationFall and Spring Multicultural and International Student Support and Engagement (Cultural Center) Trainings

MISSE - Student Engagement Assistant - Asian Pacific American Cultural Center

Friday, December 19, 2025
BASIC FUNCTIONRun the day-to-day operations of the Cultural Centers/Areas: Afro-American Cultural Center, Latino Native American Cultural Center, Asian Pacific American Cultural Center, Pride Alliance Center, and International Student Support and Engagement. Lead and execute programming and events in collaboration with other Cultural Centers/Areas and Student Organizations. Assist in creating visual assets, marketing materials, and running the social media accounts for the Cultural Centers/Areas. Collaborate, foster, and maintain sustainable campus and community partnerships, and assist in daily maintenance, cleanliness & upkeep of Cultural Centers/Areas. RESPONSIBILITIESOversee and run the cultural centers during their regular hours in Fall and/or Spring semesters, alongside your student team, Monday-Thursday from 12PM-9PM and Fridays from 12PM-5PM (hours subject to change).Be on time, clock-in and out appropriately, and maintain a consistent weekly working schedule for your selected and/or assigned Cultural Center/Area in Fall and/or Spring semesters.Ability to work in-person at all Cultural Centers/Areas as needed and fill open shifts/coverage as needed and able.Support the planning and execution of programming/events for your Cultural Center/Area with your student team and student lead, creating opportunities for collaboration with Cultural Center Supported Student Organizations and more student organizations on campus, as well as community and campus partners. (With the support of Cultural Center advisors)Assist in designing and/or creating marketing materials, visual assets and flyers forprograms/events, updates and more, at each Cultural Center, and support in sharing via social media outlets such as Instagram, while following UI guidelines and Cultural Center/Branding guidelines and approval.Assist in the day-to-day operations of the cultural centers by taking phone messages, responding to e-mail and/or social media messages on behalf of the cultural centers appropriately and following UI and Cultural Center guidelines, and contacting campus partners and community agencies to collaborate and foster/maintain sustainable partnerships.Be visible and present for visitors upon entry and encourage visitors (student/staff/faculty, etc.) to utilize SWIPE technology for attendance purposesCreate a warm and welcoming environment for visitors, offering tours for newcomers and sharing a summary of resources available at each Cultural Center to all in the UI Community who visit(kitchen, study rooms, living rooms, TVs, free printing, etc.)Be present, positive, and assist as needed, during assigned shifts at the Cultural Center(s), during any events and programs or meeting reservations occurring at the time of your shift.Support all the Cultural Centers/Areas programming and events such as celebration weeks and months, open houses, orientation/admission tours, and student-led affinity graduation celebrationsAssist in the physical maintenance of the Cultural Centers, this includes:Daily cleaning and upkeep of spaces – such as taking out the trash daily, wiping down surfaces, doing dishes, vacuuming, dusting, decluttering, and other regular and necessary cleaning and organizational related tasks. (Facilities Management visits each Cultural Center twice a week to clean the bathrooms, clean floors and regular surface level disinfecting).Support student organizations, campus and community partners in reserving the cultural centers via the most current reservation method.Reporting any damages to the Cultural Centers or their resources/tools to Cultural Center Professional Staff.Safely securing the building at the close of shift or center hours, as well as for university designated breaks and holidaysWork to create an atmosphere conducive to a positive environment, and mutual respect between self and your Student Engagement Assistant Peers and team as a whole,Attend weekly student staff meetings for your assigned center/area, monthly Cultural Center gatherings, and semesterly professional development trainings as scheduled by the Cultural Center Professional Staff.Maintain communication with your Student Engagement Assistant peers, Lead Student Engagement Assistant and with the Cultural Center Professional Staff as appropriate and read and respond to staff requests in a timely fashion (in-person, via UI email, and/or GroupMe).Perform other additional responsibilities and administrative tasks, as needed and assigned (open Cultural Centers outside of regular hours, running, storage/supply inventory, etc.)QUALIFICATIONSMust be a registered UI studentAble to work 5-10 hours per weekAbility to foster a welcoming and respectful environment while working with a variety of individuals and groupsGood verbal, written, email, and other technology platform (e.g, GroupMe) communication skillsStrong interest in event planning.Problem solving, and conflict resolution skillsTechnology and social media skills (Instagram, Canva, etc.)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in student leadership & multicultural programming (e.g., event planning, community involvement) preferredEligible for work studyKnowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations as outlined https://dos.uiowa.edu/policies/LOCATIONAsian Pacific American Cultural Center – 223 Lucon DriveWORK HOURS The weekly semester schedule begins Monday, August 25, 2025 and ends Friday, May 8, 2026 (all Cultural Center spaces will be closed during university designated breaks and holidays)TRAINING REQUIREMENTSIMU Student Orientation

MISSE - Student Engagement Assistant - Latino Native American Cultural Center

Friday, December 19, 2025
HIRING FOR BOTH SPRING 2025 AND FALL 2025BASIC FUNCTIONRun the day-to-day operations of the Cultural Centers/Areas: Afro-American Cultural Center, Latino Native American Cultural Center, Asian Pacific American Cultural Center, Pride Alliance Center, and International Student Support and Engagement. Lead and execute programming and events in collaboration with other Cultural Centers/Areas and Student Organizations. Assist in creating visual assets, marketing materials, and running the social media accounts for the Cultural Centers/Areas. Collaborate, foster, and maintain sustainable campus and community partnerships, and assist in daily maintenance, cleanliness & upkeep of Cultural Centers/Areas. RESPONSIBILITIESOversee and run the cultural centers during their regular hours in Fall and/or Spring semesters, alongside your student team, Monday-Thursday from 12PM-9PM and Fridays from 12PM-5PM (hours subject to change).Be on time, clock-in and out appropriately, and maintain a consistent weekly working schedule for your selected and/or assigned Cultural Center/Area in Fall and/or Spring semesters.Ability to work in-person at all Cultural Centers/Areas as needed and fill open shifts/coverage as needed and able.Support the planning and execution of programming/events for your Cultural Center/Area with your student team and student lead, creating opportunities for collaboration with Cultural Centers Supported Student Organizations and more student organizations on campus, as well as community and campus partners. (With the support of Cultural Center advisors)Assist in designing and/or creating marketing materials, visual assets and flyers forprograms/events, updates and more, at each Cultural Center, and support in sharing via social media outlets such as Instagram, while following UI guidelines and Cultural Centers/Branding guidelines and approval.Assist in the day-to-day operations of the cultural centers by taking phone messages, responding to e-mail and/or social media messages on behalf of the cultural centers appropriately and following UI and Cultural Center guidelines, and contacting campus partners and community agencies to collaborate and foster/maintain sustainable partnerships.Be visible and present for visitors upon entry and encourage visitors (student/staff/faculty, etc.) to utilize SWIPE technology for attendance purposesCreate a warm and welcoming environment for visitors, offering tours for newcomers and sharing a summary of resources available at each Cultural Center to all in the UI Community who visit(kitchen, study rooms, living rooms, TVs, free printing, etc.)Be present, positive, and assist as needed, during assigned shifts at the Cultural Center(s), during any events and programs or meeting reservations occurring at the time of your shift.Support all the Cultural Centers/Areas programming and events such as celebration weeks and months, open houses, orientation/admission tours, and student-led affinity graduation celebrationsAssist in the physical maintenance of the Cultural Centers, this includes:Daily cleaning and upkeep of spaces – such as taking out the trash daily, wiping down surfaces, doing dishes, vacuuming, dusting, decluttering, and other regular and necessary cleaning and organizational related tasks. (Facilities Management visits each Cultural Center twice a week to clean the bathrooms, clean floors and regular surface level disinfecting).Support student organizations, campus and community partners in reserving the cultural centers via the most current reservation method.Reporting any damages to the Cultural Centers or their resources/tools to Cultural Center Professional Staff.Safely securing the building at the close of shift or center hours, as well as for university designated breaks and holidaysWork to create an atmosphere conducive to a positive environment, and mutual respect between self and your Student Engagement Assistant Peers and team as a whole,Attend weekly student staff meetings for your assigned center/area, monthly Cultural Center gatherings, and semesterly professional development trainings as scheduled by the MISSE Professional Staff.Maintain communication with your Student Engagement Assistant peers, Lead Student Engagement Assistant and with the Cultural Center Professional Staff as appropriate and read and respond to staff requests in a timely fashion (in-person, via UI email, and/or GroupMe).Perform other additional responsibilities and administrative tasks, as needed and assigned (open Cultural Centers outside of regular hours, running, storage/supply inventory, etc.)QUALIFICATIONSMust be a registered UI studentAble to work 5-10 hours per weekAbility to foster a welcoming and respectful environment while working with a variety of individuals and groupsGood verbal, written, email, and other technology platform (e.g, GroupMe) communication skillsStrong interest in event planning.Problem solving, and conflict resolution skillsTechnology and social media skills (Instagram, Canva, etc.)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in student leadership & multicultural programming (e.g., event planning, community involvement) preferredEligible for work studyKnowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations as outlined https://dos.uiowa.edu/policies/WORK HOURS Shift availability for Spring 2025: Mondays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm and Tuesdays from 12:00pm - 3:00pmThe weekly semester schedule begins Monday, August 25, 2025 and ends Friday, May 8, 2026 (all MISSE spaces will be closed during university designated breaks and holidays)LOCATIONLatino Native American Cultural Center – 308 Melrose AvenueTRAINING REQUIREMENTSIMU Student Orientation

Rec Services - Facility Attendant - Field House

Friday, December 19, 2025
BASIC FUNCTIONTo assist in the day to day operation of the Field House for the benefit of the members and the university community. This position is responsible for monitoring the weight and cardio areas for the safety of patrons, cleaning, and issuing equipment upon request. Other duties include carefully handling patron identification cards, laundry procedure, perform scheduled checks of the sauna, steam room and locker rooms. RESPONSIBILITIESKnowledge of all policies and procedures of the facilitiesResponds to all building emergencies (Accidents/Injuries, Inclement Weather, etc)General understanding of the operation of the FHKeep facility in excellent condition while also providing great customer service to our membersConduct routine cleaning of fitness equipmentEnsures outstanding customer serviceWorks cooperatively with other areas of the department to achieve established goalsPromotes a safe, clean, functional and marketable facilityEnforces regulations regarding use of equipment and facility policies and proceduresConsistent supervision of laundry suppliesMonitoring and scheduled checks of the locker rooms, sauna and steam roomInformed on the locker rental processAssist with locker clean out at all recreation facilitiesAccurately document and secure all items turned into the lost and foundMay be required to work special events outside normal hours of operationPerforms other work as assignedQUALIFICATIONSOutstanding customer service skills and strong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to interact with diverse groups through a variety of situationsMandatory attendance at semester training meetingsAbility to use independent judgment when needed and strong problem-solving skillsWORK HOURSMust be able to accommodate a variable work schedule that may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays & breaks (works 2 of the 3 breaks). Weekends include working at least 2 football games per seasonTRAINING REQUIREMENTSCriminal Background Check upon hireFERPA training Completion of University of Iowa Bloodborne Pathogens trainingRecreational Service Orientation

Student Assistant

Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Student AssistantHardin Library for the Health SciencesDepartment: Reference & Circulation/Public Services# of Hours/Week: 10-12Contact: Library Administrative Assistant IV – Mark OnkenStudents will undergo training for this position.Definition of position: Hardin Library is a center for information, may it be a textbook, a course reserve, or questions about the 24-hour study, hours, and more.  Student Assistants are prepared to be friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about library resources.Open/Close the Library Versed in “Alma”/library system to check out and return materials including books and electronic materials.Attend to circulations desk (3rd floor & 1st floor) including answering patron questions, providing guidance, greeting patrons, aware of who is in the library.Shelf materialsWork on projects including excel spreadsheetsRequired Qualifications:Friendly, willingness to learn, enthusiasm for positionAbility to problem solve, find solutions, and guide patronsClear Communication with Supervisor and co-workersExpectations: TimelinessThoroughAttention to detailFocus on tasks as assignedAsk questions (as many as it takes to learn)·        Must be a current student at The University of Iowa·        Must be available to work weekend shifts.·        Must be available to work a minimum of 6 hours per week, and 2 shifts when school is in session - specifically, 5:00 - 9:10pm, Mondays and Wednesdays.·        Must be available to work either during Fall Interim period, Winter Interim period, or Spring Interim period.  DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS·        Good communication skills·        Reliable attendance history·        Previous customer service experience, especially in a library·        Familiarity with Excel and the Microsoft suite of productsBENEFITS OF WORKING AT THE LIBRARY                                                                                      ·        Customer service experience·        Set Schedule for the semester·        Starting pay, $11 per hour, bi-weekly pay checks (opportunities for raises and promotion!)·        Undergraduate and Graduate Library Student Employee Scholarships (after 2 semesters of employment)WEEKLY WORK GUIDELINES || MINIMUMS, MAXIMUMS & REQUIREMENTS:Maximum 20 hours per week during the academic year,Maximum 40 hours per week during summer and academic breaks,Minimum 6 hours over 2-shifts/2-days per week 

Student EKG Tech - UI Heart and Vascular Center

Monday, December 15, 2025
Student EKG Tech – UI Heart and Vascular CenterPosition Summary:The UI Heart and Vascular Center is seeking student EKG Tech to provide limited direct patient care to EKG patients.Position Responsibilities:•       MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK HOLIDAYS AND DURING DESIGNATED UNIVERSITY BREAKS (including but not limited to summer, fall & winter).•       Perform EKG testing on UI Healthcare patients throughout the hospital. •       Walking mobile heart patients under the supervision of staff assessing functionality, signs/symptoms, and vitals. •       All age-populations included.•       Perform other duties as assigned. Education Requirement:Pre-med, Nursing, or Health Science students preferred. Experience Requirement:Direct patient care and/or experience with EKG testing preferred. Certification/Licensure Requirement:Knowledge of cardiovascular system/anatomy desired. Knowledge of University policies and procedures desired. 

Imaging Transport - UI Heart and Vascular Center

Monday, December 15, 2025
Imaging Transport – UI Heart and Vascular CenterPosition Summary:The UI Heart and Vascular Center is seeking student for Imaging Transport to perform specific tasks to assist members of the diagnostic imaging team in providing patient care within the HVC Diagnostic Imaging Lab. Position Responsibilities:Transports patients by bed, cart, or wheelchair between recovery units, procedural labs, and inpatient units, and echo lab.Assists with exam room preparation including stocking supplies and set up.Performs EKGs on outpatients at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.Assists with checking out dates on supplies as delegated.Shares responsibility for preparation, proper use and care of equipment and supplies and for neatness and cleanliness of the lab.Reports pertinent patient information and incidents to person in charge.Assists in answering call lights.Assists with lab turnover cleaning duties as delegated.Performs basic CPR as required.Maintains patient confidentiality.Other duties as assigned.Assumes responsibility for on-going self-learning and maintenance of clinical skills, analyzing own performance and set goals.Minimum Eligibility Requirements:Ability to read, write and follow instructions.Desired Qualifications:Certification as a Nursing Assistant is preferred.Direct patient-care experience.Experience working in a health care environment.Strong communication skills.Experience providing customer service relations.Strong organizational skills.

VPSL - Communications Assistant - Student Life Communications

Monday, December 15, 2025
WHAT YOU WILL LEARNStudents working in Student Life Communications will gain experience working on marketing, social media, and communication campaigns in an efficient, creative, and timely manner. You will garner skills associated with teamwork, collaboration, and leadership. The skills you learn here will help you in your chosen career path and give you valuable work experience to strengthen your resume.You can expect to learn skills such as time management, branding, audience and platform centered writing, balancing priorities, managing finances, interpersonal communication, customer services experience, working with people from diverse backgrounds, social media development and analytics, and working as part of a team.BASIC FUNCTIONUnder the direct mentorship and guidance of a full-time communications professional, you will assist in the development and implementation of marketing and communications campaigns for various departments in the Division of Student Life. You will have the opportunity to brainstorm creative ideas, assist with project timelines, and help deliver a quality, on-time product. After completion, you apply analytical skills to measure campaign success.RESPONSIBILITIESProvide input to marketing and communications plansfor partners underdirection of the managerAssist in project management processAssist communications specialist with miscellaneous projects and administrative tasksAssist in execution of long-term strategic communications plans, including social media, web content, print, and digital mediaQUALIFICATIONSCandidates should be majoring in marketing, communication studies, journalism and mass communication, or a related area of studyResume is requiredSome computer experienceValid driver’s license is preferredOne year commitment required.  You may start first or second semester, but you must be available to work the first full summer of employment. All subsequent summers are not required.LOCATIONSStudent Life Communications office located in the Iowa Memorial Union, Burge Hall, or Campus Recreation and Wellness Center (depending on area of concentration)WORK HOURSThis position is limited to up to 20 hours per week (320 hours per semester). Students may work up to 40 hours per week during break periods (spring, summer, fall, and winter) as assigned.Availability during business hours Monday – Friday is required. Various hours between 8am and 5pm. There may be times when a successful candidate for this position will be asked to work evenings or weekend hours for event coverage.TRAINING REQUIREMENTSIMU Student OrientationIMU Emergency Response StaffFleet SafetySLC Orientation

Peer Advisor

Monday, December 15, 2025
Position overview:Peer Advisors of the Office of Student Financial Aid provide customer service to fellow students and parents that are inquiring about financial aid. In this role, you will be exposed to a fast-paced environment, working alongside other peer advisors and full-time staff that are eager to assist students/families navigating the financial aid process. Peer advisors are responsible for answering inquires over the phone, in person, and over email. In this role, you will answer the questions and address any concerns from UI students and parents, or you will connect them with a full-time professional staff member. Flexible work hours up to 20 hours per week (during the academic year) and 40 hours per week (during breaks and the summer). Must be available to work at least 10 hours per week. The Office of Student Financial Aid is located at 2400 University Capitol Centre (Old Cap Mall) and is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8AM - 4:30PM and Wednesday 10AM - 4:30PM. To be considered, you must be awarded Federal Work-Study through the submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).This position is for undergraduates only - Graduate and Professional students will not be considered. Summer and other school break availability is strongly preferred. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Service Operations and Outreach of the Office of Student Financial Aid. What you will get out of this role:Working in the Office of Student Financial Aid will provide you with professional advantages and skills that can be used in future opportunities. The skills and knowledge you develop in this role can be used to enhance your resume and overall student experience. Peer Advisors refine their communication and problem-solving skills, work collaboratively with other staff, and improve their time management. Additionally, you will develop a sense of connectedness to the University of Iowa campus as you learn more about resources on campus and interact with several different campus partners.  Position qualifications: Current Enrollment: Must be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at the University of Iowa. Preference will be given to students with two or more years remaining before conferring their degree.Work-Study Eligible: RequiredSummer and Holiday Break Availability: Preferred, but not required. Preference will be given to students that can work during Summer 2024.Strong Communication Skills: Written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail, grammar, and professionalism.Time Management: Organized, prompt, ability to manage a busy student schedule, and timely for scheduled shifts.Customer Service Experience: Preferred, but not required.

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Student Employment Outcomes

  • Development of a professional mindset—treating your student job as a “real job”
  • Provide and promote workplace behavior best practices
  • Foster and promote student career development through employment tips and further professional developmental opportunities
  • Development and understanding of key competencies, transferable skills, leadership on the job, networking abilities, and fostering a sense of professionalism with your peers and supervisors
  • Development of positive peer-to-peer and supervisor interaction techniques to facilitate personal and professional growth
  • Understand the difference between meeting and exceeding expectations and be able to execute strategies to perform at the next level
  • The chance to network and build relationships with professional mentors on campus
  • Increased enrollment retention and graduation rates for on-campus student workers
  • Students working 1-20 hours per week have a higher average GPA than their non-working peers
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Working as a First Year Student

Common Misconceptions

Perception: Students who work while attending school full-time struggle to keep up with their studies because of time management issues and they have a lower GPA than students who don’t work.

Reality: Working while attending school full-time increases the need for students to manage their time and thus helps students establish a more structured routine.

  • From 2010-2023, University of Iowa freshman students who worked between 1-20 hours per week had GPA 0.13 higher than their non-working counterparts.
  • This same data is validated with national statistics. On average, students who work on campus maintain a higher GPA than those who don’t.

Perception: Having a student job affects the focus of students away from the classroom and can cause early drop-out rates.

Reality: No campus activity has shown as much positive influence on a students’ academic success and retention as campus employment. 

On‑campus employers are aware that the students they hire have a #1 priority of doing well in school; therefore, employers are flexible with students’ schedules. 

  • From 2010‑2023, University of Iowa data shows that student employees are retained at a 4.46% higher clip than their non-working peers.

Perception: With less time to focus on academics, student workers struggle to graduate in four years and take much longer to finish their degree requirements.

Reality: Student employees don’t just keep up, but far exceed the University of Iowa graduation rate average at both the 4 and 6-year levels.

  • Since 2010, 4-year graduation rates for students who work on campus are at a 2.93% higher level than the university average.
  • The 6-year graduation rates have an even more significant increase with student employees graduating at a 3.76% higher level.

Perception: It’s just a student job.

Reality: Student jobs develop skills future employers want. The UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) program prepares students to articulate those skills.

Student Stories

Get a behind-the-scenes look at student life through the eyes of campus employees. These short videos share real stories from students balancing work and school, highlighting the skills they’ve gained, the connections they’ve made, and the impact of their on-campus jobs.

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Resources

The Pomerantz Career Center assists in the professional development of student employees by providing opportunities such as the UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) professional development workshop and the 2-credit hour professional development academic course, along with assistance with Handshake.

Student Employment for Career Success

All-in-one assistance with career and professional preparation. Topics include: the impact of student employment on future employability, strategies for proactive job or graduate school searching and networking, resume and cover letter writing to stand out to employers, interview preparation and execution, and personal branding. 

Requirements: concurrent student employment, on- or off-campus.

Workforce Development Sessions

We offer free professional development sessions to student employees called UI STEPWorkforce Development Program.

These engaging and interactive trainings equip student staff with essential skills that extend beyond their day-to-day job responsibilities. The program focuses on core areas of workforce development and professionalism, helping student employees grow as confident, capable, and career-ready individuals. Topics include transferable skills, leadership, networking, and strategies for exceeding expectations.

Supervising Today's Students

The Supervising Today's Students Series (STS) focuses on developing skills for individuals who supervise and/or represent undergraduate students, while providing insights on how to best lead and support student employees.

Student Employee & Supervisor of the Year

Each year, the University of Iowa honors outstanding contributions through awards recognizing both student employees and their supervisors. Student employees make a meaningful impact across campus, often going above and beyond in their roles. Just as essential are the supervisors who mentor and guide them—an impact reflected in the many heartfelt nominations submitted by students.

Work-Study Eligibility

Each year, around 1,000 undergraduate students are employed through work-study positions. Work-Study is not a grant or a loan but a need-based, part-time employment program in which the government and the employer share the payroll cost of employing you. Work-Study gives you the upper hand of being chosen by an employer since the government directly reimburses them a percentage of your earnings.

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Handshake is the University of Iowa's online job board. Students can research employers and apply for on- and off-campus jobs. Employers can post their student employment opportunities.

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