On-campus jobs help you build professional skills while you study. These part-time roles include student assistant, instructional student assistant, federal work-study jobs, and positions with campus auxiliaries. Search early and apply often — many departments hire throughout the year.
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Search On-Campus Jobs
Most on-campus jobs are posted in Handshake, the Career Center’s job and event platform.
- Log in to Handshake using your Cal State LA email
- Filter jobs by On-Campus Student Employment
- Review job details, requirements, and date posted
- Customize your application for each role
Go to Handshake
Complete the Required Application
Some on-campus positions, particularly those under the Career Center HR office, require the Student Employment Application to be uploaded in Handshake.
Always review the job posting carefully and submit the application specified for that position.
- Download the Student Employment Application (document).
- Download the free Adobe Acrobat Reader (external page) to complete the application.
- Save the completed application.
- Upload it to Handshake when submitting your application.
Apply with Confidence
- Tailor your résumé and cover letter using the Résumé & Letter Builder.
- Highlight skills from classwork and campus involvement.
- Prepare for interviews using the Interview Practice System.
These steps strengthen your application and improve your chances of selection.
After You Receive an Offer
If selected, complete the required hiring steps before beginning work.
If hired by the Career Center:
- Complete the required hiring paperwork using the Authorization to Work checklist.
- Once you receive authorization, complete Onboarding with your supervisor.
- Visit the Employment Verification page for proof of employment.
- Visit the Bereavement Leave page, if needed.
Do not begin working until all paperwork is approved.
Campus HR Offices
Student hiring is handled by different campus offices:
- Career Center – Student assistants, instructional student assistants
- Federal Work Study – Positions requiring Federal Work-Study (FWS) eligibility
- University Student Union (external page) – Event services and programs
- University Auxiliary Services – Administrative and research positions
- Human Resources Management – Graduate roles in academic settings
Students must be enrolled and in good academic standing to work.
Get Support
Career Guides
Explore more details and resources in the Employment Search guide.
Student Appointments
- Choose an appointment type in Navigate LA:
- Jobs & Internships
- Résumé & Cover Letter Writing
- Interview Practice
- Select Student Life & Wellness to find the Career Center
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Hours: M-Th, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and F, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.