Frequently asked questions

If you are eligible for student employment, you may view the open positions and begin contacting hiring supervisors. If you are hired, you will receive an email from student employment with further instructions on completing the new hire process.

Available student employment positions are listed in MySCAD in the student employment channel.

Each student is allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week.

There is no limit on the number of jobs students can have; however, each student cannot work more than 20 hours per week.

Wages for students working as part of the university's student employment program are competitive, with most roles in the $11-$13 range. Rates will vary depending on the position and associated responsibilities.

Student workers are paid once every two weeks. Please refer to the biweekly payroll calendar located in the forms channel in MySCAD for specific dates.

Student employment is not listed on your award letter and has no direct impact on your financial aid or student account. Students paid from federal funds must have remaining unmet need as determined by the FAFSA and other aid.

No, you are permitted to change jobs any time during the school year.

Yes, international students are allowed to work without a Social Security number; however, international students must apply for a Social Security number and return the receipt to the Office of Student Employment in Savannah or at the Student Success Center in Atlanta.

No, you are not required to resubmit forms quarterly unless you are changing or adding a position. Students' supervisors will notify student workers if they are no longer eligible to work.

You will report time worked in MySCAD using an online tool, web time entry. Your supervisor must approve the electronic timesheet prior to payroll processing.

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