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How much do federal work study program jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal work study program in Chicago, IL is $95,395.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,700.00 and $108,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Federal Work Study Program vs Campus Student Worker?

AspectFederal Work Study ProgramCampus Student Worker
CredentialsNone specific; eligibility based on financial needNone; typically requires student status
Work EnvironmentOn-campus jobs, often in administrative or service rolesOn-campus positions across various departments
Employer & IndustryFederal and educational institutionsUniversity or college departments
PurposeProvides financial aid through work opportunitiesSupports student employment and experience

The Federal Work Study Program offers federally funded jobs for students based on financial need, often in various campus roles. Campus Student Workers are generally employed directly by the college or university for similar on-campus tasks. While both provide work opportunities for students, the Federal Work Study Program is specifically tied to financial aid eligibility and federal funding, whereas Campus Student Worker positions are typically institution-funded roles.

How to find a federal work study program job?

To find a Federal Work-Study Program job, students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and indicate interest in work-study. Once approved, they can search for available positions through their college's financial aid office or job portal, which often lists on-campus or approved off-campus opportunities that comply with program guidelines.

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Infographic showing various Federal Work Study Program job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 28% Full Time, and 72% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $95,395 per year, or $45.9 per hour.

Federal Work Study-Reprogrpahics

City Colleges of Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

$17.05/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 7 days ago


City Colleges Of Chicago rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

232nd of 622 rated colleges and universities


Job description

FEDERAL WORK STUDY - REPROGRAPHICS
OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.
The Federal Work Study Program (FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education's regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:
The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses. FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off-campus locations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
    • Operates printing machines, high speed copiers, collators, binders and other pressroom related equipment.
    • Prepares printed materials for college including calendars, note pads, and other documents.
    • Provides daily and weekly preventive maintenance on the Canon copiers by refilling paper, staples and toner.
    • Cuts printed materials to the assigned dimensions.
    • Uses various methods to bind printed materials including stitching, gluing or padding.
    • Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

ELIGIBILITY:
    • Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
    • Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
    • Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
    • Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
    • Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
    • Applicants must be in "good standing" - no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
    • Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
    • All positions are "employment at-will"

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    • High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago.
    • Knowledge of City Colleges of Chicago.
    • Excellent oral communication skills.
    • Excellent customer service skills.
    • Promotes a positive role model and favorable public image as City Colleges of Chicago representative.
    • Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.
    • Strong Verbal Communication
    • Microsoft Word
    • Data Entry
    • Customer Service
    • Attention to Detail
      Student worker rate is $17.05/hr. The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!
FEDERAL WORK STUDY - REPROGRAPHICS
OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.
The Federal Work Study Program (FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education's regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:
The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses. FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off-campus locations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
    • Operates printing machines, high speed copiers, collators, binders and other pressroom related equipment.
    • Prepares printed materials for college including calendars, note pads, and other documents.
    • Provides daily and weekly preventive maintenance on the Canon copiers by refilling paper, staples and toner.
    • Cuts printed materials to the assigned dimensions.
    • Uses various methods to bind printed materials including stitching, gluing or padding.
    • Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

ELIGIBILITY:
    • Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
    • Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
    • Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
    • Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
    • Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
    • Applicants must be in "good standing" - no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
    • Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
    • All positions are "employment at-will"

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    • High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago.
    • Knowledge of City Colleges of Chicago.
    • Excellent oral communication skills.
    • Excellent customer service skills.
    • Promotes a positive role model and favorable public image as City Colleges of Chicago representative.
    • Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.
    • Strong Verbal Communication
    • Microsoft Word
    • Data Entry
    • Customer Service
    • Attention to Detail
      Student worker rate is $17.05/hr. The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!

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