• Federal program awarded by the Financial Aid Office at WSC
• Eligibility is based on financial need
• Available to undergraduate students enrolled at least half-time pursuing their first bachelor’s degree
• Provides eligible students the opportunity to work part-time on campus and earn a pay check every two weeks
• Hours vary from 5-15 hours a week
• Limited number of summer Federal Work Study positions are available

The following forms are required to be completed prior to working via the Federal Work Study program at Westfield State College.

• Federal Work Study Authorization Form - SAMPLE, students eligible for Federal Work Study can obtain this form from SASC
• I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form
• Standard Contract Form
• Direct Deposit Form - Federal Work Study
• Student Employment Policies and Procedures Manual

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• Direct hiring of students as college employees with no attention given to the student’s financial aid status
• Responsibility of student to locate a trust fund position on campus
• Very limited positions

The following forms are required to be completed prior to working via the Trust Fund program at Westfield State College:

• I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form
• Temporary Employment Guidelines and Agreement
• Direct Deposit Form - Trust Fund
• Student Employment Policies and Procedures Manual

Your Supervisor will assist you in completing this employment paperwork. This paperwork should be submitted to the Payroll Office in the 333 Administration Building when completed. Students may begin working immediately after all requirements have been submitted.