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Work Study

Southeast Technical College students with financial need may be eligible for on-campus employment though the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program. Financial need is defined by the Department of Education and students must file the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility. The FAFSA is available online at fafsa.gov after Oct. 1 each year. 

Available Positions

Department: Admissions
Supervisor: Admissions Director
Building: Mickelson Building
 
Needs workstudy assistance for:
Fall ’25-Spring ’26    15 hours per week
 
Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support to Front Desk for Admissions and the Information Desk. Serve as back up to front desk receptionist during all staff meetings. Front desk duties will include: answering phone calls and directing students and guests appropriately. Additional responsibilities will include assistances with mailings, materials, supplies, etc. Some data entry may be required.  

The Admissions Office is often the first contact students and guests have with Southeast Tech so we are looking for individuals who are excited to be part of Southeast Tech and willing to share with others!

Skills / Requirements:
Confidentiality, filing skills, computer skills, typing skills, scanning, customer service, ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
 
Contact Financial Aid for eligibility information:
Financial Aid Office: 367-7867
Department: Horticulture Technology (Grounds)
Supervisor: Horticulture Technology Instructor
Building: Wood Center 256
 
Needs workstudy assistance for: 
Fall ’25-Spring ’26    10 hours per week
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Greenhouse/headhouse maintenance & upkeep
  • Maintenance of plant health in the greenhouse through weeding, watering, insect scouting, etc.
  • Organize & clean greenhouse/headhouse/storage room
  • Maintenance & upkeep of outside area of Horticulture/Sports Turf departments
  • Planting, watering, weeding, composting, pruning
Skills / Requirements:
Prefer student enrolled in the Horticulture Technology Program or the Turf Management Technology Program, but not required.
 
Contact Financial Aid for eligibility information:
Financial Aid Office: 367-7867
Mickelson Building
Room 208

Department: Scarbrough Childcare Center
Supervisor:  Scarbrough Childcare Director
Building:  Scarbrough Building

Needs workstudy assistance for:
Fall ‘25-Spring ‘26    10-15 hours per week
 
Duties and Responsibilities:      

Assist in the implementation of all activities in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the Scarbrough Center and standards set forth by the state and local regulatory agencies under the direction of the Supervisor.  Assist in preparing the learning environment by setting up Interest centers and preparing needed instructional materials, supplies and reading to children. Assist in snack-time and meat-time activities.   Assist in supervising the bathrooms (providing physical assistance when needed).  Assist in monitoring playground activities.  Assist in cleaning toys and interest centers and other housekeeping duties.  Maintain confidentiality at all times.  Treat all adults and children with dignity and respect.  Participate in staff inservice training when applicable.  Other duties as assigned by the Scarbrough Center’s supervisor. 

Skills / Requirements:  

Be at least 18 years of age.  Be a sensitive and mature individual who is able to relate well to both children and adults.  Record must not have substantiated report of child abuse and/or neglect.  Must not have their name listed on the Sex Offender Registry.  Must not have any criminal action in their background as indicated by their fingerprints.

Fingerprinting is required/provided by STC.

Contact Financial Aid for eligibility information:
Financial Aid Office: 367-7867
Mickelson Building
Room 208

Department: Student Success Center
Supervisor:  Student Success Center Registrar Assistant
Building:  Mickelson Building 

Needs workstudy assistance for:
Summer ‘25  20 hours per week
Fall ‘25-Spring ‘26   10 hours per week
 
Duties and Responsibilities:      
A variety of duties including customer service, data entry, scanning/photocopying, and other tasks as assigned. Individual will direct Student Success Center visitors and provide assistance for Student Success staff.                           
 
Skills / Requirements:  
Individual should have a good working knowledge of computers, clerical skills, and the communication skills necessary to provide excellent customer service.  Applicants must be able to work with limited supervision. Also requires attention to detail and the ability to work appropriately with confidential information.
 
Contact Financial Aid for eligibility information:
Financial Aid Office: 367-7867
Mickelson Building
Room 208

 

Apply for a Work Study Position

Interested students may fill out the application below and will be contacted by the Financial Aid Office. If hired, students must complete all necessary paperwork before beginning work. Students will need their Drivers’ License, Social Security card and a voided check. Pay is $15.00 per hour. Fingerprinting and background check are required. 
 
Please contact the Financial Aid Office at 605-367-7867 or financialaid@southeasttech.edu for more information or if you have any questions.

Provide the term and year you expect to graduate.
Are you available to work in the fall?
Are you available to work in the spring?
Are you available to work in the summer?
Please provide a summary of your prior work experience.
Please list your job skills that are relevant to the position.