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Cornell University's Office of Student Employment provides detailed information about employment as a student.
What is Federal Work Study (FWS) and who is eligible to receive it?
AFTER BEING HIRED
All students are required to complete an I-9 form to provide proof of employment eligibility. This is a two-step process that requires physically presenting their documents to HR staff. Students may not begin work until this is done.
What is Federal Work Study (FWS) and who is eligible to receive it?
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start working without completing the I-9 form. However, if they have not completed the process within one week of their start date on payroll they will be put on leave and can't continue to work until they complete the process.
Understand policies & procedures - a thorough description of the procedures that student employees are expected to follow, including information about wage expectations, time cards, rest breaks, meal periods and much more.
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Student employees are highly valued by the library for their many contributions to our workforce. Treat this employment opportunity as a chance to learn and grow as a person,as well as building a work resume. Developing good work habits now will be a benefit later on; references are frequently sought by future employers.
Best wishes with your student employment during your Cornell career!