FEDERAL WORK STUDY – GLOBAL STUDENT SUPPORT ASSISTANTHAROLD WASHINGTON CAMPUS –INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS DEPARTMENT
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.
TheFederal Work Study Program(FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education’s regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
Reporting to an assigned supervisor, the Healthy Market Food Pantry Student Worker performs operational and manual tasks related to receiving, shelving, and organizing packaged and refrigerated food products as well as fresh produce for distribution to students, CCC personnel, and the surrounding community. Performs related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
·Serves as the front desk contact for Visa Holders, providing assistance with answering questions, creating documents, and filing.
·Supports the office in creating welcoming environment.
·Skilled in Word, Google Docs, PDF Editing.
·Flexible schedule- Willing to build work schedule around students call schedule.
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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
·Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and be eligible to work in the United States.
·Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago.
·Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes.
·Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students).
·Applicants must be in good standing no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions.
·Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago.
·Enrolled Freshmen may work during the break prior to attending the next school term.
·All positions are employment at-will.
·Maximum of 20 hours per week.
QUALIFICATIONS
·Must be a currently enrolled student and have Harold Washington College as their home campus, and in good academic/ disciplinary standing.
·Must be able to work flexible hours as needed
·Must demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and strong customer service skills in all interactions
·Good verbal and written communication skills.
·Ability to work effectively and respectfully in a culturally diverse environment, fostering inclusivity and collaboration.
·Ability to work independently and in team setting.
City Colleges of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Freqently Asked Questions
To qualify for the Global Student Support Assistant position in Chicago, candidates must be enrolled at City Colleges of Chicago, carrying at least 6 semester hours and maintaining a minimum 2.0 GPA. These academic standards ensure students can balance work while continuing their education effectively.
Proficiency in document editing tools like Word, Google Docs, and PDFs, combined with strong communication and cultural sensitivity, distinguishes candidates. The ability to foster a welcoming environment for international students is especially valued in this role.
Yes, this role offers foundational experience in student support and administration that can open pathways to advanced positions like international student advisor or educational support specialist, especially within large community college systems like City Colleges of Chicago.
Some believe the role is purely clerical, but it involves active engagement with international students, requiring cultural awareness and customer service skills. It's also not a full-time position, emphasizing flexible hours to accommodate student schedules.
Chicago's diverse student population drives steady demand for support roles, but competition remains moderate due to the part-time, federally funded nature of the work study positions at City Colleges of Chicago, attracting many qualified students locally.
Given Chicago's extensive public transit, many students rely on CTA buses and trains to reach Harold Washington Campus. The central location allows for walking or biking as alternatives, supporting flexible work schedules aligned with class times.
City Colleges of Chicago integrates cultural inclusivity and document assistance into the role, ensuring visa holders receive clear guidance. This tailored approach enhances student success by supporting diverse backgrounds within the international student community.
At City Colleges of Chicago, the role uniquely combines federal work study benefits with direct service to international students, emphasizing flexible scheduling and operational tasks in a culturally rich urban setting, unlike many other student support jobs.
In Chicago, Global Student Support Assistants typically earn between $13 and $16 per hour, reflecting federal work study wage standards and local living costs. This range supports part-time students balancing work with academic commitments.
Yes, assistants must adhere to at-will employment policies, limiting work to 20 hours weekly and requiring good academic standing. These guidelines ensure compliance with federal work study regulations and promote a balanced student work experience.
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