Federal Work Study

Federal Work Study (FWS) is a program that provides part-time employment opportunities to eligible students to help meet the cost of education.

Based on the FASFA results, some students may be awarded money that can be earned through part-time employment in Federal Work Study approved positions. We encourage students to take advantage of this program because it offers several benefits such as:

• A reduction in the amount of money a student needs to borrow,
• Invaluable work experience,
• An opportunity to continue to work after the Federal Work Study funds end,
• Development of professional contacts,
• Flexible work schedules (employers realize students have other demands on their time that include class and studying), and
• Possibility of working on-campus.

In order to be eligible for the Federal Work Study program, students must file the FASFA on time, must check "yes" in step 1 of the FASFA to indicate interest in the program, and must be enrolled full-time.

To find employment, students should follow the specific directions for the job(s) they are seeking. Typically, the student can contact the prospective employer directly.

Find a Federal Work Study/Student Employment Job

Use the link above to search for available jobs if Federal Work Study Funds have been awarded to you on the award letter found on Hokie SPA (Financial Aid, My Award Information, Financial Aid Awards) or MyVT (Personal Info, Financial Aid, Award Information, Financial Aid Awards. A job must be found by the second week of classes, or the federal work study funds could be removed from the award package.