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Through work-study, students are able to enhance their current course work as well as their future profession by integrating classroom learning with real-world work experience.

Becoming eligible for work-study

To be eligible for work study, you must have completed the financial aid application process and received a valid award letter indicating that you have received a work study award. Based on the availability of funds, priority awarding is to students who complete the FAFSA application by the college priority deadline, May 1.

Finding a job

Once awarded, contact the financial aid office to get a copy of current job listings. You are responsible for contacting potential employers and completing any application or interview process.

Pierce College does not guarantee that each student will be placed in a work-study or non work-study position. If additional assistance is required, please contact the Pierce College Work-study Coordinator.

If you are hired for a work-study position, contact the Financial Aid Office for an Authorization Form before you begin the job. You can start work once classes begin, except for summer quarter, when you can begin starting July 1.

Work-study funds & internships

If you are eligible for work study and also participating in an internship, you may be able to use your work study funds for your internship. Work-study funds may be used if the employer normally pays others who hold the same position or has paid all other persons who have held the same position in the past.