Student Employment Programs

Eastern Arizona College currently administers the following work-study programs:

Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a federally funded employment program available to students who have displayed financial need as calculated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA®.

Institutional Work-Study (IWS) is and institutionally funded employment program available to enrolled students who are looking to offset the costs of their education.

 

These positions function like any other job, with a few unique advantages:

  • Supervisors work with you to schedule hours around your class commitments.
  • Opportunities are available both on campus and with approved community employers off campus.
  • Most positions do not require specialized experience, making them an excellent way to develop new skills.
  • Work-study employment provides valuable professional experience and helps build strong workplace habits.

 

      Available Positions        

Application

Handbook/Guidelines

 Work Study Process

  1. Complete your current FAFSA and submit all required documentation.
  2. Enroll in eligible courses for the current or upcoming semester.
  3. Email workstudy@eac.edu to confirm your Federal Work-Study (FWS) or Institutional Work-Study (IWS) eligibility.
  4.  Apply by submitting the work-study application and/or resume directly with the listed supervisor and copy Careers@eac.edu.
  5. If selected for a position, complete all hiring and onboarding requirements with Human Resources before beginning work.

 

Work Study Program Questions: 

Financial Aid and Veteran Services Office 

Voice:  (928) 428-8287 

E-mail: workstudy@eac.edu 

Work Study Employment Questions: 

Human Resources Department 

Call or text: (928) 428 – 8915 or (928) 428- 8614 

Email: Careers@eac.edu  

Federal Work Study (FWS) Eligibility Requirements

  • Possess a high school diploma, GED, or recognized homeschool completion credential.
  • Complete the current academic year’s FAFSA and list Eastern Arizona College as your school.
  • Demonstrate financial need as determined by your Student Aid Index (SAI).
  • Be admitted to and actively pursuing a declared degree or certificate program.
  • Maintain enrollment in at least 6 eligible credit hours each semester.
  • Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.

Institutional Work Study (IWS) Eligibility Requirements

  • Possess a high school diploma, GED, or recognized homeschool completion credential.
  • Complete the current academic year’s FAFSA and list Eastern Arizona College as your school.
  • Maintain enrollment in at least 6 eligible credit hours each semester.