Federal Work Study
Federal Work Study
Hey Gladiators! Welcome to Federal Work Study!
You may be thinking, "What's Federal Work Study!?"
The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program at Chabot College offers eligible students the opportunity to work part-time. Positions are available both on campus and remotely (off campus), with students permitted to work up to 20 hours per week.
Due to limited funding, awards are granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you have any questions, please email us for support!
Student Services, Bldg. 700
510.723.6748
Financial Aid OfficeEligibility Requirements
- Submit a completed FAFSA application by April 2nd deadline.
- Complete and submit the Federal Work Study Interest Form.
- Enrolled in at least 6 units per semester.
- Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards.
- Have financial need, based on their completed financial aid file.
Please Note: International students are not eligible for the Federal Work Study program.
Not all applicants are awarded FWS Funds, this is a federal program and funding is limited.
Application Process:
- Interest Form Submission: Begin by filling out the Federal Work-Study Interest Form.
- Waitlist Placement: After submitting the form, you’ll be placed on a waitlist to determine eligibility.
- Email Confirmation: The Financial Aid Office will send a confirmation of your interest to your Zonemail email address.
- Interview and Hiring: Departments seeking FWS students will contact candidates to arrange interviews and
may request a resume, cover letter, and class schedule. If selected, you’ll receive
a Student Employment Requisition (hiring packet) to complete. Additionally, a Tuberculosis
(TB) test is required for employment purposes.
- Note: Some positions may require fingerprinting.
- Final Approval: After completing the hiring packet, return it to the hiring department. The application will then be forwarded to the Financial Aid Office for final processing before submission to Human Resources.
Important:
- You are not authorized to begin working until Human Resources has granted approval, which will be communicated to the hiring department.
- The FWS amount offered is the maximum amount a student can earn during the academic year; however it does not guarantee job placement.
Application Periods:
2024-2025 Academic Year: Please fill out the 2024-2025 Federal Work-Study Interest Form for available positions through Summer 2025.
2025-2026 Academic Year: FWS Interest forms for the 2025-2026 award year will be added soon for available position Fall 2025 through Summer 2026.
2024-2025
Federal Work Study Form of Interest
Maintaining Eligbility:
To continue participating in the FWS program:
- Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.
- Stay enrolled in at least 6 units during the Fall, Spring, and/or Summer terms.
If your enrollment drops below 6 units or if you withdraw from school, you must stop working immediately and inform both your employer and the Financial Aid Office.
Reapplication:
To be reconsidered for FWS the following school year, reapply by completing the FAFSA between December 1st and April 2nd and fill out the new Academic Year Intrest form
Federal Work Study Job Opportunities
Chabot College's Career Center posts jobs that are Federal Work Study eligible! Check out their webpage to see what positions are open!