Student Employment Programs

About Student Employment

To assist students with financing their education, Nova Southeastern University offers employment opportunities for students through various programs. Positions are available to students with or without financial need at locations on or off campus.

Student Employment Workshop

All first-time student employee applicants are required to complete the Student Employment Workshop.

If you have previously held a student employment position at NSU, or if you have already submitted a student employment application since January 2011.

You DO NOT need to complete the Student Employment Workshop. If you would like to apply for other positions, you can do so by emailing Student Employment with your full name, NSU ID number, and up to three job numbers.

How and When to Register for the Student Employment Workshop

When to Register:

Students Beginning in the Fall:

Students who begin classes in the fall semester, can register for the Student Employment Workshop beginning July 1, 2011. 

Please note that you must be fully admitted into an eligible degree or certificate program (i.e., all admissions requirements/documents have been satisfied) to be able to apply for any student employment positions.

Current Students Who Have Not Applied Before:

Students who wish to apply for a student employment position for the summer semester, can register for the Student Employment Workshop at any time.

Please note that you must be fully admitted into an eligible degree or certificate program (i.e., all admissions requirements/documents have been satisfied) to be able to apply for any student employment positions.

How to register:

  1. Complete the Registration for Student Employment Workshop.
  2. Enter your full name, NSU ID number, and NSU email address.
  3. You will be sent an email confirming your registration within 4-7 business days.
  4. After receiving the confirmation email, log into WebCT to complete the Student Employment Workshop course.
  5. You must pass the quiz that follows the presentation and print out the certificate of completion.
  6. Download and complete the Student Employment Application, and submit it to the Office of Student Employment.
Student Employment Applications

Applications for the fall semester will be accepted starting August 1, 2011.  Applications submitted before August 1 will be returned to the student.  You must have completed the Student Employment Workshop in order to apply for any student employment positions.  The certificate of completion must be attached to the student employment application. 

Applications can be submitted any of the following ways:

  1. Submit in person to the Office of Student Employment located on the first floor of the Horvitz Administration Building on the main campus in Davie.
  2. Scan and email Student Employment
  3. Fax to the attention of: Student Employment to (954) 262-3967
  4. Mail to :

    Nova Southeastern University
    Attn:  Office of Student Employment
    3301 College Avenue
    Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314

After submitting your completed student employment application and certificate of completion, within 4-7 business days you will receive an email to your NSU email account with referrals for positions. Don’t forget to list up to three job numbers that you are interested in on the application. Please contact the supervisor(s) listed on the referrals to set up an interview. The supervisor will decide on placement within his or her department. If you have any questions, please email Student Employment.

Hours and Location

Horvitz Administrative Building, 1st floor
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

After submitting your completed student employment application and certificate for the workshop you will receive an email in your NSU email account with referrals for positions within 4-7 business days. Don't forget to list up to 3 job numbers that you are interested in on the application (on page 2). Please contact the supervisor(s) listed to set up an interview. The supervisor will decide on placement within his or her department. If you have any questions, please email Student Employment.

Federal Work-Study Program (FWS)

The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program is a need-based program that provides students with part-time employment opportunities to help meet financial need and offers them work experience while providing assistance to the campus and the surrounding community. The FWS award reflects the amount a student may be eligible to earn. Please note that the award does not guarantee employment. A student must work in order to receive the funds, which is issued as a paycheck.

FWS students may work up to 25 hours per week depending on eligibility and the rate of pay varies according to the position. Interested students must file a FAFSA/Renewal FAFSA. For more information email Student Employment or call 1-800-541-6682.

America Reads and America Counts Program

The America Reads/Counts program employs Federal Work-Study students to serve as reading and math tutors to elementary school children. Students may work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Interested students must file a FAFSA/Renewal FAFSA. For further information, contact the American Reads/Counts Administrator via email Student Employment or call (954) 262-7405.

The Student Employment Office offers two programs that are not based on financial need. These programs include the NSU Employment Program and the Job Location and Development Program.

NSU Employment Program (NSE)

This program provides part-time, on-campus jobs for in-school students regardless of financial need. Students do not need to apply for financial aid to be considered for these positions. Foreign students may qualify for on-campus student employment under this program. For more information contact Student Employment via email Student Employment or call 800-541-6682.

Job Location and Development Program (JLD)

The Job Location and Development Program serves in developing and locating off-campus community service jobs for students. Positions are open to all in-school students of Nova Southeastern University regardless of financial need. Students are encouraged to help improve their community while earning money to help cover their educational expenses. Positions can either be part-time or full-time. For additional information, email Student Employment  or call (954) 262-7419.

Florida Work Experience Program (FWEP)

The Florida Work Experience Program (FWEP) is a need-based program providing eligible Florida students work experiences to complement and reinforce their educational and career goals. FWEP is awarded to undergraduate students who have not received a first bachelor’s degree and must meet Florida residency, citizenship, and academic requirements. Students are to complete the FAFSA/Renewal FAFSA by the priority deadline date of May 15. Students must be enrolled at least half-time.

Students who have been awarded FWEP will receive an award notice from financial aid.

For more information on other State-of-Florida grant and scholarship programs and requirements, contact the Florida Department of Education web site or call (888) 827-2004.