Looking for a Job?
Now hiring for fall semester! Join us at the Student Employment Job Fair on November 29 from 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the Krach main lobby. Recruiting for hourly positions.
The Division of Student Life is committed to making every experience at Purdue University a learning opportunity for students. Employment within our division provides you the opportunity to work with other great students and leaders. As part of your employment, we incorporate the Leadership and Professional Development Competencies and the Steps to Leaps Learning Pillars into your learning and performance management experience to ensure you are building the skills employers want.
The staff in Student Life are here to assist you in finding part-time work to help pay for some of your college expenses. There are many more benefits when you work during college. Working 8-12 hours per week while in school actually has been shown to help academic achievement. The workplace is a great way to meet people. While on the job you'll be able to take on new responsibilities and develop practical skills like time management, problem solving and organization.
Why Student Employment?
Alumni Translate Student Employment Experience to Professional Impact
Student employment within the Division of Student Life provides a foundation for future careers by providing Boilermakers with opportunities to develop the professional skills they need to succeed in the workforce.
Alumni of student positions within Student Life have gone on to enjoy successful careers and impact their communities – including here on campus. Jason Maynard, senior assistant director - sport programs, Purdue Recreation & Wellness (RecWell); Zachary Hiscox, residential program administrative specialist, University Residences; and Kayla Clark, senior graphic designer, Student Life Marketing, have each translated their student employment experiences into impactful, full-time positions in Student Life. Continue reading "Alumni Translate Student Employment Experience to Professional Impact" on the Vice Provost for Student Life website.