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Financial Aid - College Work Study Student
The Federal Work-Study Program (FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education's regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.
The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses.
FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers, and several off-campus locations.
FWS Students Must Meet Eligibility Requirements:
Adhere to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.
Must be a part of the Student Financial Aid Program and approved for Federal Work-Study
Must successfully pass CCC hiring process (may include criminal background check & drug screening if sensitive responsibilities are in the job description)
Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
Must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago – Malcolm X College must be the home campus.
Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
Applicants must be in "good standing" – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
All positions are "employment at-will"
High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago
Must attend trainings and workshops as required
Minimum Qualifications:
Promotes a positive role model and favorable public image as City Colleges of Chicago representative.
General computer skills
Attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills or the willingness to grow in this area
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and demonstrably self-motivated
Have a willingness to learn
Be consistent
Be able to work independently and as part of a team
Interested in being a Federal Work-Study Student? See our opportunities below!
DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT
FWS roles are available in the following departments:
ACADEMIC SUPPORT/TUTORING CENTER
ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT VIRTUAL CHAT HOST/ZOOM
Virtual chat host/Zoom Assistant, outreach communication to students, projects as assigned.
Students should have access to a computer and a phone to call students.
ADVISING
BUSINESS AND FINANCE OFFICE
COMMUNITY AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
DENTAL HYGIENE
Looking for bilingual students who can translate information to Spanish speaking patients.
Clinic sessions are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm.
Bilingual in medical terminology in both English and Spanish
FINANCIAL AID
FITNESS CENTER/GYM
HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
HUMAN RESOURCES
INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
LIBRARY
MEDICAL ASSISTING
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
Previous customer service experience required
OFFICE OF INSTRUCTION
RECORDS/REGISTRAR
SAFETY & SECURITY
SCHOOL OF NURSING
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
TRANSFER CENTER
VIRTUAL HOSPITAL
WEST SIDE LEARNING CENTER
Located as the West Side Learning Center
Essential Duties for all FWS Department Assistants:
Assist at reception desk, greeting students, faculty and staff entering office
Assist staff in the day-to-day functions of the office
Provide support on various projects and assignments as needed
Provide general office support including but not limited to filing, faxing, photocopying, and data entry
Works with department staff on special assignments that may include filling, completing spreadsheets, making copies, creating flyers, assisting at special events, etc.
Assist as a greeter for the department interacting with other students, faculty, and staff and checking in students that have appointments or walk-in for assistance
Other duties as needed
LAB ASSISTANTS
FWS Lab Assistant roles in Pharmacy Technology
Essential Duties for FWS Lab Assistants:
Set up lab items for specific labs
Place inventory items on shelves
Organize and label lab items
Give tours of labs as needed
Replace old medicine bottles with new ones
Scan papers into specified folders
Other duties as needed
Additional Minimum Qualifications:
No lab experience required.
Be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
DIGITAL MEDIA ASSITANTS
FWS roles in the PBI Grant/Office of Instruction
Malcolm X College's Pipeline to Careers in Healthcare seeks a motivated digital media intern with great attention to detail. The Pipeline Careers in Healthcare works to inspire and support Black males working in healthcare fields. The team is seeking a digital media intern to help reach our target population online.
Essential Duties for FWS Digital Media roles:
Create content for various social media platforms
Monitor various social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for insightful conversations
Analyze analytics to gauge the success of campaigns
Understand the overall concept of the Pipeline to Careers in Healthcare program, including what we do, who we serve, project goals, and how we support the college
Provide suggestions for improving the experience for our target population on social platforms and internal processes
Learn and become proficient in internal software systems
Assist with preparing digital media campaign performance reports
Other duties as needed
FITNESS CENTER ASSISTANTS
FWS roles in the Athletics Department
Essential Duties for FWS Fitness Center Assistants:
Assist at the reception desk, greeting students, faculty, and staff entering office
Assists staff in the day-to-day functions of the office
Provides support on various projects and assignments as needed
Provides general office support including but not limited to filing, faxing, photocopying, and data entry
Check members/guest in through mind/body app
Schedule personal training and other service appointments for PFT trainers
Equipment maintenance
Oversight of sports lab rules are being upheld by members and guest
Give equipment orientations to new members/guests (operation/safety)
Other duties as needed
TRANSFER CENTER ASSISTANTS
FWS Roles in the Transfer Center
Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the Transfer Ambassador acts as the CCC student representative to prospective students, current students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Provides transfer mentorship for up to 25 currently enrolled students.
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.