Work While You Study
Working as a student is a great way to build your resume and make money. We understand that it may be difficult to balance work with your studies. Through our Work Study Programs we make it easy to earn additional income and gain valuable experience by offering over 150 jobs right on campus to students like you. Employers are flexible and work around your class scheduled, ensuring you have the perfect balance between work and study. Look at the two programs below to learn more about this great opportunity.
| Work Study Program (WSP) - September to March |
The Work Study Program allows students to gain valuable, on-campus work experience during the academic year. On-campus jobs provide students an excellent opportunity to participate in the university while focusing on their education and earning a little extra money to help them through the year. Please note that the application for 2017-18 is available through mySuccess.lakeheadu.ca and is open from August 16 until October 20. Login using your myInfo login information, then select “Jobs” then “On Campus Work Study” then “Eligibility Application” to apply. How much can I earn?
EligibilityDo you meet the following criteria?
If you said yes to all of those questions then the Work Study Program (WSP) is for you. You'll want to submit the application through mySuccess.lakeheadu.ca anytime from August 16 until October 20. Login using your myInfo login information, then select “Jobs” then “On Campus Work Study” then “Eligibility Application” to apply. Get your application in sooner to ensure you get consideration for the position you want.
Can I be approved for a position and then apply for WSP? No, you must receive approval before you apply for a LU WSP position (never after). How do I know if I have been approved? Approved students will be sent a message to their Lakehead University email account with their Confirmation of Approval & Hiring Form attached. This form needs to be submitted to your employer upon successful hiring. I'm a potential employer, where do I find information? You can learn more about the work-study program or submit your jobs by logging into the MySuccess portal available through the Student Success Centre https://mysuccess.lakeheadu.ca/employers/overview.htm. If you need to create an account please contact ssc@lakeheadu.ca Employers can begin to apply for jobs on August 1 - August 15. Benefits of the Work Study Program
Examples of jobs available on campus:
The Coordinated Learning Access Network (CLAN) is an education-to-employment pathway ensuring links between students, Aboriginal learners, and employers in Northwestern Ontario. CLAN’s goal is to create a successful monitored network of educational and employment opportunities for all. |
| Summer Work Program (SWP) - April to August |
| The Summer Work Program allows students to gain valuable, on-campus work experience from April 16 – September 2, 2017. These on-campus jobs provide students an excellent opportunity to potentially work full-time while participating in university life. Please note that the application for 2017 will be available March 1 – June 16 through mySuccess.lakeheadu.ca. Login using your myInfo login information, then select “Jobs” then “Summer Work Program” then “Eligibility Application” to apply! Get your application in sooner to ensure you get consideration for the position you want! How much can I earn? Hourly wages vary depending on the employer and type of work being done. Most SWP students are employed full-time over the summer months. Eligibility Do you meet the following criteria?
If you said yes to all of those questions, then the Summer Work Program (SWP) is for you!
Can I be hired for a position and then apply for WSP? No, you must receive approval before you apply for a SWP position (never after).
How do I know if I have been approved? Approved students will be sent a message to their Lakehead University email account with their Confirmation of Approval & Hiring Form attached. This form needs to be submitted to your employer upon successful hiring.
I'm a potential employer, where do I find information? Employers can find more information about the Summer Work Program here.
Benefits of the Summer Work Program The SWP demonstrates valuable professional development opportunities at convenient on-campus locations. Jobs vary and, in most cases, you can find a position related to your field of study. The SWP can provide you with valuable life and work experience, flexible hours that work around your school schedule and additional funding to ensure you can fully fund your educational expenses. As a SWP student, you are an important part of the university community. Not only are you a student, but a valuable employee! Examples of jobs available on campus:
The Coordinated Learning Access Network (CLAN) is an education-to-employment pathway ensuring links between students, Aboriginal learners, and employers in Northwestern Ontario. CLAN’s goal is to create a successful monitored network of educational and employment opportunities for all. |
