Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Students offered work-study have satisfied requirements through their FAFSA filing that make them eligible for either Federal or State work-study. This gives students the opportunity to earn money that can be put toward their living expenses or their tuition that is actually paid out of either Federal or State funds. One of the benefits of any money earned through work-study is that it is not considered as an income resource on the next year's FAFSA.

Federal Work Study and State Work Study are listed on your financial aid offer, if you are eligible. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 406-496-4223.

Yes, any enrolled Montana Tech student is eligible to apply for institutional jobs on campus. Institutional jobs are paid for by the department's budget. You may contact various departments to determine if such employment exists.

You should start looking for a job as close to the start of the semester as possible.  Access job postings through Career Services online resource Career Forge.

For on-campus jobs, once you have found a position you'd like to apply for, contact the hiring supervisor and let them know if you are eligible for Federal Work-Study or State Work-Study or are looking for an institutional job. The hiring supervisor will then let you know what the interviewing and hiring procedures are.

Jobs posted to Career Forge will include instructions on how to apply, but you may contact the supervisor if you have any questions. It is advisable to have a resume ready.

Career Forge assists with your career preparation and job / internship search. This allows you to easily create and manage your account online and submit your resume electronically to our office. As a Montana Tech student, you are also able to view and sign-up for on-campus interviews, check out career events as well as search for jobs and internships posted with Career Services by employers from across the nation. You will see which departments have positions available and whom to contact.

To work as a student employee, you must be registered full-time and maintain full-time enrollment. Full-time status at Montana Tech is at least 9 credits for graduate students holding a position other than a GTA or GRA, 6 credits for graduate students holding a GTA or GRA, and 12 credits for undergraduate students. During the summer semester, student employees must be registered for either summer or fall courses to be eligible for employment.

If you are offered an on-campus position, you will work with your supervisor to complete a Student Employment Certification form on Etrieve. 

If you never worked for Montana Tech or your last position ended more than 2 years ago, you will need to complete a Student Employment packet.

Find more details at the Information for Students page.

On-campus students can work up to 20 hours a week while school is in session and up to 40 hours a week during holidays or summer. Most students work an average of 10-15 hours a week while taking classes.

Student Employees are allowed to work on holidays but do not qualify for holiday pay.

Nothing happens other than a resource to earn money for tuition or expenses was not taken advantage of. Please notify Financial Aid if you choose not to use your award.

Montana Tech uses electronic timecards for most student employees.  Both work-study and non-work-study student employees submit their timecards through Etrieve.

Find more details at the Information for Students page.

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Phone: (406) 496-4223
Fax: 406-496-4705
Student Success Center, Room 3.126
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