Work-Study Instructions

    Login Instructions:

  1. Go to the Career Center’s homepage: careers.ucr.edu
  2. Click Student Login to access SCOTLink.
  3. In the NetID line, enter the username for your student email account.
  4. In the Password line, enter your Webmail password.
  5. First-time users complete the Authorization to Work section found on the Academic Information page and the Privacy options page and click Save Changes and Continue.

    Search for Jobs:

  6. Select the Jobs tab.
  7. Select SCOTjobs
  8. In Position Type, select Work-Study. Completing other fields and selecting keywords will substantially limit your results.
  9. When you see a job that interests you, click on the Job Title to view the job description.
  10. Carefully read the job description, paying attention to qualifications, hours, and location.

    How to Apply:

  11. Apply for the position as directed by the job description. Employers will schedule interviews with the most qualified candidates
  12. Print your Federal Work-Study Placement Form from SCOTLink. The form can be found on the homepage of SCOTLink and/or the "How to Apply" box within the job description.
  13. Print the job description and attach it to the placement form.

    Interview:

  14. Take your Placement Form and job description to your SCHEDULED interview. Be prepared, well-dressed and on time for your interview.

    Getting Hired:

  15. If you are hired off-campus, you must obtain a Letter of Clearance prior to your job start date. Call the Financial Aid Work-Study unit for an appointment at (951) 827-5429. Fill out the student section and have your employer fill out the employer section of the Placement Form. Take the completed Placement Form and attached job description along with your Social Security Card and a Picture ID to your Financial Aid appointment.
  16. If you are hired on-campus, fill out the student section and have your employer fill out the employer section of the placement form. Your employer MUST return the original Placement Form and job description to Financial Aid.

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