Finding an On-Campus Job
Finding a campus job at Occidental starts with checking the listings. Human Resources posts open positions online and on the bulletin board in the AGC Administrative Center. These listings change frequently, so it鈥檚 smart to check often and apply early.
When you find a job that interests you, submit an application directly to the hiring department鈥攕ome may ask for extra materials. Students can hold more than one job at a time, as long as the combined hours don鈥檛 exceed the 10-hour weekly maximum.
If you鈥檙e new to on-campus employment, you鈥檒l also need to complete an I-9 form and a W-4 tax form before you can begin. Human Resources must review and approve your paperwork before you start working, so don鈥檛 clock in until you鈥檝e received confirmation.
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Getting Paid
Once you鈥檙e hired, it鈥檚 your responsibility to track and submit your hours. Most students use the timekeeping system in the , where you鈥檒l enter your hours daily and route them for supervisor approval. A few departments, like Campus Dining or Facilities, use their own process鈥攜our supervisor will explain if that applies to you.
Paychecks are issued every other week. If you enroll in direct deposit, funds go straight to your bank account and you can view payroll details in your portal. Otherwise, paper checks are delivered to your on-campus P.O. Box.
International students have an extra step: you鈥檒l need to complete the I-9 form and submit proof of your Social Security application within your first two weeks of employment. For more information, please visit the International Programs Office website.
Things to Know About On-Campus Employment
Your work award is set for the academic year, so you鈥檒l want to pace your earnings across both semesters. For example, if your award is $4,300, that鈥檚 the maximum you can earn in on-campus jobs combined. Once you hit that amount, you鈥檒l need to stop working.
Students can work up to 10 hours per week across all jobs during the academic year. If you鈥檙e juggling multiple positions, coordinate with your supervisors to stay within both your earnings and hour limits.
A few additional points to keep in mind:
- Study abroad: Your award is adjusted if you spend a semester away.
- Responsibilities: Being punctual, communicating schedule changes early, and treating your job professionally are expected.
- Balance: Work should never come at the expense of your coursework鈥攃lasses always come first.
