Frequently Asked Questions

- Build your time management skills.
- Meet people and build a network.
- Increase your bank account and independence.
- Strengthen your resume and references.
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Instructions to apply to on campus jobs:
- Go to MissouriState.edu/FindaJob
- Select Find an MSU Job
- Choose “Create Account”
- Create a username, different than your BearPass
- Complete the application and upload a resume
- For help on completing a resume, visit the Career Center’s page at: https://careercenter.missuristate.edu/students/ResumesAndCV.htm
- Use the location filter to select “Springfield Campus”
- Choose a job you’re interested in, and click “Apply for this Job”
- Update any changes you’d like to make to your current application
- Always follow up with positions you apply for
Instructions to apply to off campus jobs:
- Go to MissouriState.edu/FindaJob
- Select Find a Community Job
- Follow the instructions to apply
Student employees on campus work an average of 8-10 hours per week. Departments are flexible around academic schedules.
Work study eligibility is based on a student’s financial need from their FAFSA. Work study employees are paid through federal funding. They are paid the same as any student employee; it is direct deposit and can be used in any manner. They are not required to use the money toward tuition. Federal work study is not a grant or loan; the student works, then gets paid for their hours.

To determine if you have work study, visit your financial aid award letter:
- MyMissouriState > Profile > Financial Aid > Award for Aid Year
Please visit the Work Study page to learn more about our program.
- Login to your MyMissouriState
- Choose "Student" Tab
- Under "My Financial Aid"
- Work study Waitlist
  - Verify your information.
  - You will be notified via e-mail if you are awarded.
- Login to your MyMissouriState
- Choose "Student" Tab
- Under "My Financial Aid"
- Award Letter
  - Select the aid year; review your award; accept/decline your offers
- Complete New Hire Paperwork with your department (I-9, W-4)
- You will get an e-mail when you are cleared to start working
- Complete your time sheet via your MyMissouriState
  - Choose "Work Resources" Tab
  - Under "Time Reporting"
  - Select appropriate time sheet