On-Campus Work
As an F-1 or J-1 student, your options for employment are restricted by law. While you are a registered student, you are limited to on-campus work done for DePauw and paid for by DePauw.
F-1 students do not need special authorization to work on campus. F-1 students are eligible to work at any posted positions on campus so long as they meet the posted requirements for the position and are hired. The position does not need to be related to their major field of study. Find on-campus positions on the ADP RM.
J-1 students must obtain a J-1 student on-campus employment authorization letter from International Student Affairs before starting work. Authorization can only be given for 12 months at a time and must be renewed every year.
FAQs
Can I get a work-study job?
International students without U.S. citizenship are not eligible for Federal Work Study. However, there are many on-campus positions open to all students. Refer to the Student Employment page for more information.
How many hours can I work per week?
Non-US students are limited to working no more than 20 hours of employment a week during the fall and spring semesters, when they are registered for classes. Students must not work more than 20 hours per week between all jobs worked and must keep track of their own hours, if working multiple positions.
During breaks, when you are not registered for classes, you are eligible to work full-time (any amount over 20 hours per week).
What happens if I work more than 20 hours per week?
Working more than 20 hours per week while registered as a student while classes are in session is a serious violation of your immigration status.
Students in this position should alert International Student Affairs immediately. It is likely that their immigration record will need to be terminated and the student in question will need to withdraw from the university.
You’ve Been Hired: What to do When You Get an On-Campus Position
F-1 Students
1. Get an SSN, if you don’t have one already. Make sure to get a receipt at your SSN appointment to present to the Hubbard Center.
Reference: Get an SSN page
2. Fill out an I-9 form at the Hubbard Center and submit required documents
Once you receive your SSN, you will need to fill out an I-9 form at the Hubbard Center, as well as present additional documentation that confirms your identity. The full process, including the documents needed, is outlined on this Student Employment page under “International Students.”