Student Employment at Cornell University

Cornell University has, since its inception, supported the concept of student employment. In addition to earning money to help cover educational costs, students can gain significant experience and skills from their work. In support of that concept, the university strives to provide job opportunities through Cornell departments that require various levels of responsibility, experience, and skill.The University reviews its student employment guidelines often. 

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Preparing for the Real World

Students

Working at Cornell not only helps students pay for education-related expenses, it also allows students to gain hands-on experience and develop real-world professional skills that offer a competitive advantage after graduation.

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Hire Cornellians

Cornell Employers

Student Employment supports Cornell Employers with part-time, hourly student jobs within Cornell University. These jobs are vital to the campus community and provide students with invaluable experience. Start here for operational details that help Cornell Employers hire student employees.

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Gain Valuable Experience

Jobs

Cornell offers a variety of student jobs.  Working a modest number of hours each week provides students with resources to help make Cornell affordable.  To explore part-time, hourly student employment opportunities, please begin here.