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Welcome Future Laker Parents!

Campus Employment

If your student is interested in working on campus, but does not qualify for work study, they may apply at the Office of Human Resources. There are more than 500 positions open on campus for full-time students.

Every effort is made to employ students in areas of study providing a “learn while you earn” situation. On-campus jobs include work in laboratories, libraries, maintenance, offices, switchboard and food service areas. Your student can earn approximately $1,700 during the school year and up to $4,000 in the summer with an on campus job.

Federal Work Study

If your child has demonstrated financial need, they may be eligible for employment by LSSU under the federally supported Work-Study Program. Your child must file a FAFSA to be considered for this program and have financial need.

Students may work up to 19 hours weekly while attending classes more than half time. During the summer or other vacation periods when there are no classes, your child may work full time (40 hours per week) under this program. In four months of summer employment under the Work Study Program, and eligible student can earn up to $3,500