If you have been granted a Federal work Study award, below are resources available to help you obtain a FWS job either on-campus or off-campus. For more information please see our FAQs section below. Click Here for a List of Available Federal Work Study Positions Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Can my FWS award be used for on-campus and off-campus jobs? Yes, your FWS award may be used for an on-campus or off-campus job. Are these jobs only available to students who have been given FWS awards? These jobs are only available to students who have FWS awards. If you would like a job and do not have a FWS award, click here for part-time student job listings (non-FWS jobs). How many jobs can I have during the year? Students may only hold one (1) work-study position at a time. While you are free to change positions, you must first resign from your current position before starting another FWS position. Will I be placed into a position? No, we have developed an “open-market” system where students have the ability to apply to and interview for the positions of their choice. How can I get help creating or updating my resume? The Career Center offers resume assistance as well as other services. The Career Center is located in Butler Pavilion, 5th floor, and can be reached by phone at (202) 885-1806. Click here for the Career Center website. By what date must I obtain a FWS job? Students with work-study awards must be hired by October 15 (fall) and February 15 (spring) in order to retain their awards. If you are not hired by this date, your award is subject to cancellation or reduction. If you are unable to work during the fall semester due to course load, class schedule, study abroad, or other reasons, you may request a spring only award for the Office of Financial Aid. When can I start my work-study job? You may begin working when your Federal Work Study award has been finalized and you have completed the necessary forms in Human Resources and with the hiring department. How many hours can I work? FWS students are limited to 20hrs per week maximum. Where can I find more information on off-campus tutoring with the Community Service Office? The D.C. Reads Coordinator can help you find an off-campus tutor site and provide you with the necessary training. The phone number is (202) 885-7378 or (202) 885-7323. They are located in Mary Graydon Center, Room 273. Click here for the Community Service Office website. How often will I get paid? You will be paid on a bi-weekly basis (on Fridays). How will I receive my paycheck? Paychecks are mailed to the department where you work. We strongly recommend electing direct deposit into any checking, savings, or EagleBucks account of your choice. What paperwork will Human Resources need from me? To get paid you need to complete the following forms: • I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification • Federal Tax Form (W-4 Form) • State tax forms (DC, Maryland, or Virginia – based on your in-session address) • District of Columbia Work Permit. This permit is required if you are under age 18. (You will need to bring your Social Security Card AND Birth Certificate to obtain a DC work Permit.) Can I claim exempt on my tax forms since I am a student? You cannot claim exemption from withholding if (1) your income exceeds $700 and include more than $250 of unearned income (e.g. interest and dividends) and (2) another person can claim you as a dependent on their tax return. For further clarification, please consult a tax advisor. Where is the Human Resources Office located? Human Resources is located at 3201 New Mexico Avenue, Suite 350. The office suite is above Balducci's and Chef Geoff's. Do I have to keep the same job all year? The Federal Work-Study Program has an employment at will relationship, you or you supervisor may terminate your employment at anytime.