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. 

To check the status of your work-study eligibility, please stop by the Financial Aid office or contact us at 605-367-7867 or financialaid@southeasttech.edu 

Please do not apply for work-study jobs unless you have checked your work-study eligibility first. When students are interested in a work-study job, it is the student's responsibility to contact the supervisor of the work-study position, after they have checked their eligibility with financial aid. If hired, students must complete all necessary paperwork before beginning work. Students will need their Drivers’ License, Social Security card, & a voided check. Pay is $15.00 per hour starting July 1, 2023. Fingerprinting and background check are required. 
 
Please contact the Financial Aid Office at 605-367-7867 for more information or if you have any questions.

Department: Admissions
Supervisor: Emily Zillgitt     
Phone number: 367-4236
Email: emily.zillgitt@southeasttech.edu
Building: Mickelson  Room: #202

Needs workstudy assistance for:
Fall ’23-Spring ’24 - 10-15 hours per week (2 positions)
 
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
Mickelson Building
Room 208
Department: Marketing/Publications
Supervisor: Jennifer Lambley
Phone number:  367-5990
Building: Mickelson Room: # 208F       
 
Needs workstudy assistance for:
Fall ’23-Spring ’24 - 10 hours per week
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
Various duties, including creating content for communication pieces and social media, organizing internal and external marketing materials, website updates and assisting with photography and/or videography. 
 
Skills / Requirements:
Prefer Media Communications student, but not required. Ability to learn and utilize Adobe Creative Suite software, data entry, proofreading, flexible work schedule.
 
Contact Financial Aid for eligibility information:
Financial Aid Office: 367-7867
Mickelson Building
Room 208
Department: Student Success Center/Library
Supervisor: Erica Strouth
Phone: 367-5869
Building: Mickelson Room: #252
       
Needs workstudy assistance for:
Fall ’23-Spring ’24 10-15 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
Department: Testing Center
Supervisor:  Melissa Quittem
Phone:  367-7677 
Building:  Wood Center Room # 103
       
Needs workstudy assistance for: 
Fall ’23 -Spring ’24  10-15 hours per week  (2 positions)
 
Duties and Responsibilities:  Administrative support for the Testing Center and Academic Affairs Administration. Provide timely and professional customer service for incoming traffic, telephones and emails.  Assist with the check-in process for examinees, following Testing Center guidelines and procedures. Resolve routine customer service issues or route complicated issues to appropriate staff member as needed.  Process document requests and communicate effectively regarding course testing policies and registration for testing exams.  Sort and deliver mail to appropriate personnel.  Maintain daily logs and assist with processing in a timely fashion.  Other duties as assigned. 
 
Skills / Requirements:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to maintain composure & communicate effectively.  Office experience with Microsoft Word and Excel are necessary.  Strong problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.  Ability to maintain confidential and academic integrity.  Must follow & understand FERPA privacy laws.
 
Contact Financial Aid for eligibility information:
Financial Aid Office: 367-7867
Mickelson Building
Room 208