Part Time Jobs
The majority of all DeVry students work part-time and are able to help meet living expenses through their earnings. The Employment Advisors, located in the Student Services Office, will help students find part-time job opportunities while they are attending school. Since employment depends on local business conditions, DeVry cannot guarantee job availability.
General Information
Eligibility and Starting Salaries
New students are eligible to use "JOBSEEK" for employment listings beginning with their enrollment in DeVry. Beginning students should not expect part-time jobs to be in their field of study, but in a wide range of areas. Starting wages average from $6.25 to $10.00 per hour.
Competition
Competition for these jobs is intense and more than one student may apply for the same job opening. First impressions on a job interview are important. Professional attire and appearance will often be a determining factor in whether a person is hired.
Persistence
Students should find jobs as soon as possible. While many jobs may not seem attractive, they at least provide enough money to help pay rent, buy food, and will provide students with a basis from which to seek better future employment. Students are encouraged to accept early offers, and to realize that a job with lower pay than a student desires, is a starting point and better than no pay at all. Students should not leave a job until they have another job offer.
Heavy Work Schedules
It is recommended that students not work more than 20 hours per week. In this manner students can work and still maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Part-Time Job Assistance to Spouses of Students
Married students with spouses who are seeking part-time employment are assisted on a case-by-case basis. Students are encouraged to accompany the spouse to the counseling appointment.
Part-Time Employment Resources
JOBSEEK
Thousands of job opportunities are available from the self-serve computer terminals located in the Student Services Office. Students can access information listed on JOBSEEK from any computer with internet access. Students will find information on job leads including: the employer's name, location, job type, qualifications, hours and salary. A minimum list of 100 openings are maintained at all times.
Federal Work Study (FWS) Program
This program offers part-time positions to students meeting financial eligibility requirements. More information is available in the Student Finance Office.
VA Work Study Program
This program offers employment opportunities to Veterans (under Chapters 30, 31, 32, 35, or 106) who are currently receiving benefits at a 9 credit hour rate or higher. More information is available from the Veteran's Coordinator, located in the Student Finance Office.
On-Campus Recruitment
Employers also conduct on campus interviews. Information regarding these interviews is available in the Student Services Department. Current on campus recruiters include Safeway., United Parcel Service and Circuit City.
Argus Fremont Newspaper
Wednesday and Sunday editions of the newspaper are great sources for job leads. The newspaper is also available electronically. The majority of all DeVry students work part-time and are able to help meet living expenses through their earnings. The Employment Advisors, located in the Student Services Office, will help students find part-time job opportunities while they are attending school. Since employment depends on local business conditions, DeVry cannot guarantee job availability.
New Student Part-time Job Fair
The Student Services Office conducts a Part-Time Job Fair each semester. This event is scheduled on the first Wednesday of the semester. Employers have the opportunity to accept applications and/or interview students on the spot. Our Job Fairs attract many students and employers with many job openings.
On-Campus Employment
Faculty Assistant/Student Assistant positions are available periodically. These jobs are in administrative departments and classrooms. In order to be eligible for these positions, students must be at least in their second semester and maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.5. Tutor and Grading positions must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Job Hunting Resources on the Internet
newschoice.com
CollegeRecruiter.com
Job Links
News Choice
