Jobs Overview

Gain Valuable Experience

Getting a job while at college can provide you the extra money you need to meet college expenses while providing you new real-world, professional skills. Use the links below to learn more about student employment opportunities at Cornell and how to land a job that meets your needs.

A view of west campus in fall, with Mennen Hall.

Learn About Jobs and Wages

With numerous positions available at Cornell, the Student Wage and Classification Scale is categorized into four levels.  These levels are based on job responsibilities, required skills and experience, level of supervision, and degree of decision-making required.

The new Martin Y. Tang Hall.

Work-Study

Eligible students are offered work-study in their financial aid package each year. Students can earn this funding through hourly student employment positions paid via university payroll. Work-Study does not mean that students are paid to study but rather work in jobs to earn money.

Students study in front of the A.D. White statue on the Arts Quad.

Find a Student Job

Interested in working at Cornell?  Students can find part-time, hourly job opportunities on the Find Jobs – Student job board posted in Workday.