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Federal Work Study Student Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

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Lawrence, KS · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Answer incoming phone calls and respond to emails * Assist faculty, staff, students, and guests ... May be work-study eligible, but not required. The ideal candidate will have strong communication ...

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

AspectFederal Work Study StudentCampus Tutor
Required CredentialsVaries; often enrolled students, sometimes with specific skillsSubject expertise, often with tutoring certification or experience
Work EnvironmentOn-campus, flexible hours, administrative or support rolesOn-campus, focused on student learning and mentoring
Employer & Industry UsageFederal program, funded by government, in various departmentsAcademic departments, tutoring centers, student support services

Federal Work Study Students typically work in various on-campus roles funded by federal aid, often with flexible hours. Campus Tutors focus specifically on assisting students in academic subjects, usually requiring subject knowledge or tutoring experience. Both roles are on-campus and serve the educational environment, but they differ in responsibilities and credentials required.

What do federal work study students do?

Federal work study students perform part-time jobs related to their field of study or campus needs, gaining work experience while earning money to help pay education expenses. They typically work on campus or with approved community service organizations and may develop skills such as time management, communication, and job-specific tasks. The program encourages employment that complements students' academic goals and schedules.

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Infographic showing various Federal Work Study Student job openings in Kansas as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Career Center Student Specialist

Lawrence, KS • On-site

University of Kansas
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 10K+ employees

$16 - $21.25/hr

Other

Re-posted 13 days ago


University Of Kansas rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Career Center Student Specialist | University of Kansas

The Career Center Student Specialists (CCSS) are student leaders who communicate University Career Center programming, services, and opportunities to students and to the University of Kansas community. CCSSs serve as a vital direct link between the UCC and students who are seeking career advising. They provide warm and friendly customer service at the UCC front desk, managing email, phone, and in-person inquiries. CCSSs also review resumes, video mock interviews, and represent the UCC during tabling and Career events. The ideal candidate will be dependable and reliable.

60%-Front Desk Operations & Student Support

  • Greet students and visitors.
  • Answer phones and respond to emails.
  • Schedule appointments with career advisors.
  • Assist with Iris photobooth headshots and PHOG clothing closet.
  • Review resumes and video mock interviews.
  • Provide general customer service and referrals to career resources.

20%-Events & Outreach

  • Assist UCC staff with career fairs and programming.
  • Develop and participate in campus tabling events.
  • Represent the UCC at employer and career-related events.
  • Promote UCC services, programs, and Student Pathways.

20%-Projects & Program Support

  • Review and provide feedback on student-facing platforms (Handshake, Skills First, etc.).
  • Support a Student Pathway through projects and newsletter content.
  • Complete special assignments and ongoing program support tasks.

Required Qualifications

  1. Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills, as evidenced by application materials.
  2. Experience in Microsoft Office, as evidenced by application materials.

Preferred Qualifications

  1. Verified Federal Work Study (FWS) eligibility. To check eligibility, submit a FAFSA form. For questions, contact the KU Financial Aid Office at financialaid@ku.edu or 785-864-4700.
  2. Enthusiastic and willing to learn, a positive attitude, and excellent customer service skills as evidenced by application materials.
  3. Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask as evidenced by application materials.
  4. Prior experience demonstrating the capability to work effectively as part of a team.

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