The information below can help you better understand your Federal Work Study (FWS) earnings.

Student job classification levels are:

Level I

Entry level positions requiring basic skills attained through on the job training. No previous work experience or coursework required. Responsibilities may require the application of basic organizational or technical knowledge, operation of simple equipment or performing routine tasks. Very little independent decision making with regular supervision.

Beginning with the 2023-24 academic year, students who receive Federal Work Study (FWS) funding in their financial aid package can begin using those funds during the summer. This means that continuing students can start using their 2023-24 FWS funding to support their summer student employment on June 1, 2023. New students can start using their 2023-24 FWS funding beginning July 1, 2023.

2025 Student Wage Scale 

Notes on the I-9 Form

Federal law requires all student employees to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and employment authorization. Information about the Form I-9, including a complete list of acceptable documents, is available on I-9 Central.

The student employment office maintains guidance for student employment.

Coverage

All hourly, non-academic student employees and resident advisors who are enrolled at Cornell University or employed between consecutive semesters of enrollment and are employed by a department of the University are covered by this procedure. Students who are alleging unfair hiring practices at the University should visit the Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment.

The information below can provide further details to help you better understand the types of Federal Work Study (FWS) jobs and programs.

The information below can provide further details to help you better understand the eligibility requirements for Federal Work Study (FWS).