Student Employment at GU

Student employment is committed to providing impactful support for student work opportunities. Our goal is to be an enriching connection to the campus and local community resources. As a student worker, you will gain valuable experience, develop professional references, and help fund your education. We are dedicated to serving all in their pursuit of professional growth. We recognize the unique value of each person and serve all through equality, responsibility and dignity.

Student employment is open to all undergraduate and graduate students at Gonzaga University.

Benefits of Working

  • Flexibility – Supervisors and employers will work around your academic schedule.
  • Accountability – Learn to balance work, academics, and life.
  • Networking – Connect with supervisors and mentors to build professional ties.
  • Less Debt – Reduce loan borrowing by earning money to pay for college.
  • Career Exploration – Work in college to see what you are good at and enjoy!

Student Employment Funding Sources

Student employment funding is available to undergraduate and graduate students at Gonzaga University. 

Work-Study Programs

Work-Study is a need-based financial aid program that provides students with part-time job opportunities to help pay for educational expenses. Work-Study is not a grant; students must work to earn their awarded funds. Work-Study funds are offered on a first-come, first-served basis each year and are not guaranteed.

  • Federal Work-Study (FWS) – Funded by the federal government and available to students who demonstrate financial need through the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
  • State Work-Study (SWS) – Funded by Washington State and available to students who demonstrate financial need through the WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) or FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

Institutional Funding

  • Funded by Gonzaga University and available to students regardless of financial need.

All students receive a paycheck for hours worked, regardless of funding sources.


Frequently asked questions

Students can work up to 20 hours a week, but on average work 8 -10 hours.
 
Student employment is sometimes a student's first job. However, students sometimes have leadership experience, volunteer experience, etc… These skills can be transferable and highlighted on a resume.
 
Yes! Student employment is open to all students.
 
No, students apply to positions that interest them.
 
ZagsIgnite is where our positions are posted.
 
No, students receive a paycheck for the hours they work.