Resources for Employers
On-campus MOU
MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) for on campus partners who participate in the work-study program at CSU:
Handshake for Employers
Handshake is the place where talent meets opportunity by connecting students and alumni with employers through:
- Online job and internship postings
- Virtual campus interviews
- Career fairs, events
- and more!
Work-Study Allocation Table
Note: the table below is an example of several pay rates and may not include your specific pay rate. You can calculate your specific hours or weekly hour average by using the following formula(s):
- You can find your maximum semester hours by dividing your semester allocation by your hourly rate
- You can find your average hours per week by dividing your maximum hours per semester by 16 weeks
Average number of hours/weeks that students can work at various pay rates:
| Example Hourly Wage | Maximum Hours per Semester | Average Hours per Week |
|---|---|---|
| $15.16 | 181 | 11.3 |
| $15.75 | 174 | 10.9 |
| $16.00 | 172 | 10.8 |
| $16.25 | 169 | 10.6 |
| $16.50 | 167 | 10.0 |
| $16.75 | 164 | 10.3 |
| $17.00 | 162 | 10.1 |
| $17.25 | 159 | 9.9 |
| $17.50 | 157 | 9.8 |
| $17.75 | 155 | 9.7 |
| $18.00 | 153 | 9.6 |
| $18.25 | 151 | 9.4 |
| $18.50 | 149 | 9.3 |
| $18.75 | 147 | 9.2 |
Note: This table is an example of several pay rates and may not include your specific pay rate.
Job Categories
Explanation of student job categories for on-campus jobs:
JOB CATEGORIES
Student Academic Support: Classroom Assistants, Graders, Instructors, Literacy/Math Tutors, Tutors
Student Administrative & Clerical: Accounting Interns & Assistants, Admin Assistants, Clerks, Desk Clerks, Conference Assistants Interns, Data Analysts & Specialists, Data Entry, Information Desk Managers, Library Technicians, Paraprofessionals, Residence Hall Staff, Staff Assistants, Telemarketers
Student Agriculture & Animal Care: Agronomy, Animal Care, Horticulture or Livestock Management Interns, Lab Animal Support
Student Facilities/Maintenance: Custodians, Building Managers, Equipment Operators, General Labor, LTC Trainees, Structural Trades
Student Food & Retail Service: Dining Services, Food Servers/Preparers, Sales Assistants, Wait Personnel
Student IT/Media/Marketing: Computer Lab Assistants, IT Professionals, IT Techs, Media Specialists, Program Interns, Writers/Broadcasters, Communications Positions, Marketing Positions
Student Outreach/Mentor: Ambassadors, Orientation, Peer Mentors, Ram Welcome Leaders, Tour Guides
Student Professional & Veterinary Services: CCU/Urgent care positions, HCS Trainees, Nuclear Medicine Techs, OT Interns, Paralegals, Radiology On-Call, Radiation Therapy or Radiology Techs, Therapists, Vet ER Techs
Student Researcher: Field Technicians, Lab Assistants, Laboratory Support, Scientists
Student Recreation & Camps: Camp Counselors, Fitness Class Instructors, Recreation Workers, Swimming Instructors, Lifeguards, Certified Massage Therapists, Certified Yoga Instructors
Student Safety: Night Duty Technicians, Police Officers, Safety Officers, Security, Parking Monitor/Clerks
Student Theatre & Arts: Art Model, Performer, Theatre Apprentices, Theatre Concessionaires, Theatre Techs
Pay Charts
Student Employee Wage Ranges, Effective January 1, 2026
| CATEGORY | WORKDAY JOB CODE | GRADE | MINIMUM | MAXIMUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stu Academic Support | 999165 | S.100.STU | $15.16 | $55.00 |
| Stu Academic Support-WS | WS999165 | |||
| Stu Admin & Clerical | 999175 | S.110.STU | $15.16 | $25.00 |
| Stu Admin & Clerical-WS | WS999175 | |||
| Stu Ag & Animal Care | 999185 | S.120.STU | $15.16 | $35.00 |
| Stu Ag & Animal Care-WS | WS999185 | |||
| Stu Fac/Maintenance | 999195 | S.130.STU | $15.16 | $25.00 |
| Stu Fac/Maintenance-WS | WS999195 | |||
| Stu Food & Retail Service | 999205 | S.140.STU | $15.16 | $25.00 |
| Stu Food & Retail Service-WS | WS999205 | |||
| Stu IT/Media/Marketing | 999215 | S.150.STU | $15.16 | $40.00 |
| Stu IT/Media/Marketing-WS | WS999215 | |||
| Stu Outreach/Mentor | 999225 | S.160.STU | $15.16 | $25.00 |
| Stu Outreach/Mentor-WS | WS999225 | |||
| Stu Prof & Vet Services | 999235 | S.170.STU | $15.16 | $55.00 |
| Stu Prof & Vet Services-WS | WS999235 | |||
| Stu Researcher | 999245 | S.180.STU | $15.16 | $55.00 |
| Stu Researcher-WS | WS999245 | |||
| Stu Recreation & Camps | 999255 | S.190.STU | $15.16 | $55.00 |
| Stu Recreation & Camps-WS | WS999255 | |||
| Stu Safety | 999265 | S.200.STU | $15.16 | $40.00 |
| Stu Safety-WS | WS999265 | |||
| Stu Theatre & Arts | 999275 | S.210.STU | $15.16 | $55.00 |
| Stu Theatre & Arts-WS | WS999275 |
On-Campus Employer Frequently Asked Questions
How long do the jobs need to be posted for?
Job listings must be posted for a minimum of 3 days before you can close it to begin your selection and hiring process. It is recommended to post your position(s) for two weeks.
Equal Pay for Equal Work Act was implemented on January 1, 2021
- Employers are required to announce all advancement opportunities and job openings
- Employers are required to disclose in each job posting the hourly or salary compensation range along with general description of benefits and other potential compensation
- Employers are prohibited from requesting wage rate history of applicants or requiring it as a condition of employment
- Employers are required to maintain records of job descriptions and wage rate history for each employee while employed and for 2 years after employment ends
- When submitting an Oracle request, insert the Handshake posting number
Do I have to post a position when I want to promote a student employee?
Yes, you will need to post all promotional opportunities in Handshake.
If a student hourly employee gets a work-study award, do I need to post that position to hire the student as a work-study employee?
No, create a concurrent work-study assignment and add a note in the comment section explaining why this position was not posted.
What do I need to do when hiring a Foreign National student?
If you are hiring a Foreign National, please share the Foreign National Employee New Hire Handout with new international employees so they know how to contact Business and Financial Services to complete their tax forms.
If you have a Foreign National who is not able to arrive by their planned position start date, please contact Business and Financial Services. They will need to discuss the available options as CSU cannot facilitate international payroll.
Student Staff Evaluations
Are background checks required?
Background checks are mandatory for all new employees to CSU. For more information, please visit the HR website. Background check completion info should be included in comment section.