Federal Work Study Position
Z_Federal Work Study Salary $15.00 Hourly Location District-Wide (Kenosha/Racine/Walworth Counties), WI Job Type Casual (30 hours or less) Job Number Federal Work Study Division Casual Employment Opening Date 02/03/2026 Closing Date Continuous
Summary
The purpose of this posting is to support the recruitment and collection of Federal Work-Study applications for eligible students at Gateway Technical College. Federal Work-Study positions are part-time student employment opportunities that provide valuable work experience while helping students earn money to support their educational expenses. Work-Study roles can be found across all campuses, offering students the chance to support a wide range of departments while gaining meaningful professional experience.
Applying for the Position
Applications submitted through this posting will be reviewed to determine eligibility for the Federal Work-Study program. Work-Study funding is awarded based on financial need and is available on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Applying early is strongly encouraged.
If an applicant is found to be ineligible, they will be provided with information outlining what may be needed to become eligible in the future, should they be interested in participating.
Responsibilities
Federal Work-Study employees are supervised by the department and/or area in which they are placed.
Requirements for Success
Ability to work the required hours for the position.
Each department/area will require specific skills and abilities. It is the responsibility of the student employee to review and discuss the requirements of the position for which they are applying.
Interview and Eligibility
Interview with department/area for skills and abilities fit.
Each department/area may have conditions specific to its position. Students must be eligible for financial aid in order to work through the FWS program.
Supplemental Information
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Division/Location
All Divisions/District Wide or Community Partner sites
Hours: Hours vary depending upon position. Amount of hours can change weekly and are not to exceed 29 hours per week.
Position Type: Temporary
FLSA: Non-Exempt
SALARY: $15/hr
Conditions of Employment
Age 16 or older.
Employment eligibility for the United States. Gateway does not sponsor employment based visas.
Federal Work Study employment is contingent upon an acceptable background check. (Only for 18 years old and older)
Working Conditions
Tobacco-free environment. Gateway will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.
Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact the Office for Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights at compliance@gtc.edu or 262-564-3062.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Annual Security Report
Your safety while employed at Gateway Technical College is one of our top priorities, so we encourage you to read our Annual Security Report (click the link for the full report). This report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Violence Against Women Act. This report includes crime statistics, institutional policies on campus security and safety, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes or incidents, sexual misconduct, and other important matters. Please feel free to email compliance@gtc.edu or call 262-564-3062 to request a hard copy of the report.
No Benefits Provided
No benefits are provided in this category.
Application Questions
01 What Handshake Job Title(s) You Are Applying For? (Please use specific job posting title and not ANY FWS or HANDSHAKE)
02 Select your areas of interest. (Select all that apply)
Agriculture and Natural Resources Business/Administration Communication/Design/Marketing Construction/Engineering/Manufacturing Clerical Health Science - Nursing, Dental, Surgical Tech Hospitality and Culinary Arts Human and Personal Services - Barber Cosmetology Information Technology Janitorial Lab Technician Library Mascot Public Safety - EMS, Police Radio Technical/Lab Assistant Transportation - Automotive, Aviation Veterinary Sciences
03 Select campus/center of choice. (select all that apply)
Burlington Center Elkhorn Campus HERO Center (Burlington) Horizon Center (Kenosha) Kenosha Campus Racine Campus iMet Center (Sturtevant) Onsite (Off Campus) Community Partners ex. Habitat for Humanity, Kenosha Public Library
04 Are you at least 16 years old? Yes No
05 Are you age 18 or older? Yes No
06 Are you a current Gateway Student? Yes No
07 What is your student ID#
08 I understand that a Casual Position is a Temporary Position. Hours may vary from one week to the next and the assignment may end at any time. Yes No
09 What is your Current Academic Program?
10 List your two most recent employment or volunteering experience(s) below with dates of employment. If none, type none.
11 Please indicate your days and hours of availability. Please see the example below for a format to follow (copy/paste, if it helps):
Monday - 7am to 1pm Tuesday - 7am to 3pm Wednesday - 9am to 4pm Thursday - Anytime Friday - 8am to 7pm Saturday - Anytime Sunday - Not Available
12 By checking the box below, I confirm that the information I provided in this application is true and complete. I understand that Gateway Technical College may review my application to determine my eligibility for Federal Work-Study and help identify possible job placements. I also understand that my application information may be shared with Gateway hiring supervisors and, when needed, approved community partner sites to support the work-study placement process. Yes, I agree I am no longer interested in a Federal Work-Study Opportunity with Gateway.