KPU offers two types of student positions for current KPU students:
Work Study
The Work Study Program offers part-time job opportunities for full-time KPU undergraduate students. The program provides financial assistance and career related employment experiences to students with demonstrated financial need. In recognizing that students' first commitment is to their studies, these positions are flexible and can offer challenging work and future experience for students who will work remotely with faculty members, administrative and academic units. Work Study awards are adjudicated by the Student Awards and Financial Assistance (SAFA) Office while work-study placements are arranged through the Career Development Centre.
| What is a Work Study? | This program is an initiative designed to assist students who show financial need by offering part-time jobs on-campus. KPU faculty and staff can hire students that are eligible for the program as per specific student criteria and receive subsidies from SAFA. |
| What are the criteria to apply? | Student must …
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| How many hours per week can a student work? | maximum of 15 hours per week |
| When can a student apply for Work Study? | For the positions starting in the Fall term, students can begin applying as early as July. Students can apply for the positions starting in the Spring term in November.
Please note: Since one of the student eligibility requirements requires students to be studying full-time during their work terms, please expect that the hiring process will not proceed until July or August. |
| What is the wage? | Rate of pay is the current B.C. minimum wage rate ($17.40). Students with one (1) year of post-secondary education will receive a base rate plus 8% ($18.79); students with a post-secondary degree or diploma will receive a base rate plus 21% ($21.05) (per LOU1). |
How to Apply
1. Fill up the Work Study Student Eligibility Form and submit the form at kpu.ca/workstudy-eligibility
2. SAFA will review your form based on the Student Eligibility Criteria:
- domestic student
- in ‘Good Academic Standing’ with a CGPA of 2.0 or Higher
- have a financial need
- Taking 9 credits or more during the Fall and Spring work terms (only 3 credits needed to extend work term for Summer)
- Taking 6 credits or more for students with permanent disabilities (only 3 credits needed to extend work term for Summer)
Note: Students that applied before registering for classes will be put on hold until they have met the minimum credits needed to be eligible for Work Study. It is highly recommended to submit the form after registering for classes to speed up the process.
3. SAFA will send a notification if you are eligible for Work Study or not.
4. If eligible, log in to Career Connection, KPU's online job posting system and go to the Job Postings tab. In the Position Type drop-down menu, select Work Study
5. Review the Work Study positions, and apply to those of interest by uploading your resume or other documents required by the hiring manager.
The application process is the same as for other types of employment. If you qualify for an interview, the hiring manager will contact you directly.
*Students with a documented permanent disability through StudentAid BC (as assessed through their grant/loan application) are eligible to participate in Work-Study at a reduced course load (minimum 6.0 credit hours, i.e. 40%).
Student Assistant
As a Student Assistant you will gain experience working in a variety of departments, similar to Work Study positions; but, are not required to be approved for a student loan. Positions are open to domestic and international students and are available throughout the year.
| What is a Student Assistant position? | A Student Assistant position is an on-campus employment for students working as support assistants for faculty and staff |
| Who can apply? | Open to all current KPU students (domestic and international students are eligible) Priority is given to students enrolled in full-time studies with 9 credits or more and 6 credits or more for students with disability |
| How many hours per week can students work? | 15 hours maximum |
| What is the position duration? | No limit |
| How many terms can students work? | No limit |
| What is the wage? | Rate of pay is the current B.C. minimum wage rate ($17.40). Students with one (1) year of post-secondary education will receive a base rate plus 8% ($18.79); students with a post-secondary degree or diploma will receive a base rate plus 21% ($21.05) (per LOU1) |
How to Apply
*Student Assistant positions are now posted in Taleo, KPU's applicant tracking system. You can still view Student Assistant jobs in Career Connection and be redirected to Taleo to apply.
Through Career Connection:
- Log in to Career Connection
- Click the Jobs tab. In the Position Type drop-down menu, select Student Assistant
- Apply to positions of interest (You will be redirected to Taleo to apply for the position. Follow instructions below to apply)
Through Taleo:
- Create an account in Taleo
- Once you are logged in, click New Search
- Under Employee Group, select Student Assistant
- Apply to positions of interest
The application process is the same as for other types of employment. If you qualify for an interview, the hiring manager will contact you directly.
Questions
Contact Career Development Centre: careers@kpu.ca or 604-599-3051