Servant Leadership Program: On-Campus Employment
Interested in working on campus? Campus offices and departments are now hiring! Check out Handshake to view current openings and to apply. Over 300 students work on campus each year in roles ranging from food service to research and lab assistants to tutors and student ambassadors and more. Job openings are posted year round, and hiring timelines vary per department/office.
Student Employment Handbook (requires login)
Info For Supervisor
How to Apply
- Complete your FAFSA each year
- Create a résumé and upload it to Handshake
- Search on-campus job postings and submit your résumé* to apply.
*some job postings may request additional items such as a cover letter, unofficial transcript, and/or writing samples.
Hiring Process
Each campus office/department will have different timelines for making hiring decisions. Some supervisors will conduct very formal interviews, while others may opt for more informal conversations. Regardless, always treat any interaction with a potential employer as an interview. The office/department will notify you if you've been selected for hire.
Timecards and Pay Periods
Students record their work hours on selfservice.uu.edu and are paid on a biweekly basis via Direct Deposit.
Student Time Entry Instructions
Employment Onboarding
If you've been selected for hire, you'll receive an email from the Vocatio Center with instructions to complete some employment forms online as well as I-9 verification. I-9 verification is a short, in-person meeting where you are required to provide authentic document(s) for employment verification.
Learn more about I-9 verification
List of acceptable document(s)
For international students with an F-1 visa, once you have been offered a job, your next step is to obtain a Social Security Number, and this must be done prior to starting work. Check out the International Student Checklist, and contact Pam Whitnell, the International Student Officer, for more details.
Once you have completed all of the on-boarding steps, you will receive an email confirmation clearing you to begin work.
Current Positions available in Handshake
- Student Assistant – Maintenance – UUWS
Assist Maintenance technicians with their day to day operations. Student workers will be involved in, but not limited to plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general work orders. Trade skills and knowledge are not required, but helpful.
- Front Desk - Bowld Student Commons - FWS
Candidate will work the RA desk in the Bowld Student Commons throughout the summer as RAs attend to other summer duties. Beneficial skills for this position include phone skills, problem-solving, and customer service.
- Student Technician - Chemistry Department - FWS
Students will work with a professor in a lab class and/or with the chemical stockroom manager in the chemical stockroom. The student must have successfully completed CHE-111 and preferably also CHE-112 and must be available one or more days either 8-10 a.m. or 1:40-4:30 (TTh) or 2:00-4:50 p.m. (MWF).
- FUGE: Host/Hostess
Job descriptionThank you for taking the time to apply for the Centrifuge Support Staff. We are extremely excited about the work God is doing through Centrifuge at Union University. Centrifuge Summary “Centrifuge” is a life-changing Christian camp experience for youth between 7th grade and college. Youth groups of all sizes from all parts of the country are “mixed together” for a fast-paced week of Bible study, recreation, and worship. They are then “separated out” to return to their own churches and communities with strengthened relationships, a new understanding of the Bible, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. One of the greatest strengths of the Centrifuge camp is the quality of the staff. There are two important staffs serving at Union: (1) The “Lifeway Staff,” interviewed and hired by the Centrifuge Department of Lifeway Resources in Nashville, coordinates all the elements of the Centrifuge program: Bible studies, counseling, worship, recreation, track times, and fellow...
- Front Desk Staff- Campus Recreation, UUWS (2026-2027)
Are you looking for a fun, on-campus job to build your resume and gain work experience? You're in the right place! Campus Rec is hiring Front Desk Staff for the Wellness Center Fall 2026!What You Can Expect: You can expect to work on a team focused on achieving semesterly goals. You can expect to develop your communication skills, professionalism, conflict management, customer service, and operational skills through your employment with Campus Recreation. Additionally, you can expect to develop a relationship with your supervisors centered around succeeding at your tasks assigned and growing further in your professional skills, as related. What You Will DO:Assist and greet patrons as they enter and sign into the gym using computer software.Answer the phone and direct patron phone calls, emails, and other correspondence to the Director of Campus Recreation or Graduate Assistants regarding questions related to ongoing initiatives, programs, events, and other operations.Enforce and abide...
- Tutor - Writing Center - UUWS
If you are a skilled writer, enjoy collaborative work, are detail-oriented, and thrive working on a team, then the Writing Center may be a good fit for you. Writing tutors meet with students for one-on-one sessions, helping them at any stage of the writing process.The Writing Center is a teaching arm of the university, so Writing tutors are much more than editors and proofreaders. While we help students with grammar and proofreading, our bigger goal is to engage with students and find ways to make their writing clearer and more effective.Consultants typically work 6–12 hours per week, and we offer both in-person and online consultationsResponsibilities include:Provide writing support to students during scheduled consultations.Assist with front-desk coverage and basic administrative tasks as needed.Engage in professional development activities as assigned.Help maintain a clean, organized Writing Center during downtime.Perform other related duties as assigned to support the work of the W...
- Front Desk Staff- Campus Recreation, FWS (2026-2027)
Are you looking for a fun, on-campus job to build your resume and gain work experience? You're in the right place! Campus Rec is hiring Front Desk Staff for Fall 2026!What You Can Expect: You can expect to work on a team focused on achieving semesterly goals. You can expect to develop your communication skills, professionalism, conflict management, customer service, and operational skills through your employment with Campus Recreation. Additionally, you can expect to develop a relationship with your supervisors centered around succeeding at your tasks assigned and growing further in your professional skills, as related. What You Will DO:Assist and greet patrons as they enter and sign into the gym using computer software.Answer the phone and direct patron phone calls, emails, and other correspondence to the Director of Campus Recreation or Graduate Assistants regarding questions related to ongoing initiatives, programs, events, and other operations.Enforce and abide by Union Universit...
- Student Coordinator- Campus Recreation, FWS
Do you love sports? Are you looking for a fun, on-campus job to build your resume and gain work experience? If so, you're in the right place! Campus Rec is hiring Intramural Coordinators for the 2024-2025 year. What You Can Expect: You can expect to work on a team focused on achieving semesterly goals. You can expect to develop your communication skills, professionalism, conflict management, customer service, and managerial skills through your employment with Campus Recreation. Additionally, you can expect to develop a relationship with your supervisors centered around succeeding at your tasks assigned and growing further in your professional skills, as related. What You Will DO:Oversee and ensure operations run smoothly during gameplay, but able to step into most other roles (scorekeeper, officiant, timekeeper) during Intramural play.Participate in the set-up and take-down for numerous competitive sports.Assist in scheduling games and referees for a variety of sports and educating ...
- Tutor - Writing Center - FWS
If you are a skilled writer, enjoy collaborative work, are detail-oriented, and thrive working on a team, then the Writing Center may be a good fit for you. Writing tutors meet with students for one-on-one sessions, helping them at any stage of the writing process.The Writing Center is a teaching arm of the university, so Writing tutors are much more than editors and proofreaders. While we help students with grammar and proofreading, our bigger goal is to engage with students and find ways to make their writing clearer and more effective.Consultants typically work 6–12 hours per week, and we offer both in-person and online consultationsResponsibilities include:Provide writing support to students during scheduled consultations.Assist with front-desk coverage and basic administrative tasks as needed.Engage in professional development activities as assigned.Help maintain a clean, organized Writing Center during downtime.Perform other related duties as assigned to support the work of the W...
- Student Technician (Education) - The HUB
Job Summary:Assist students, faculty, and community partners with complex fabrication and prototyping projects, including design decisions with 3D printers, laser cutter, wide-format printer, vinyl cutting machines, sewing/embroidery machine, CNC plasma cutter and electronics equipmentTasks and Responsibilities:Monitor Hub usage during opening hoursHelp with the teaching of workshops on the use of equipmentComplete promotional projects, as well as projects that have been requested from the HubHub opening hours: Weekdays 2pm-9pmSat 12-6pmRequired Qualifications:Education Major or Students seeking a teaching certificate Benefits:Training on Hub EquipmentExtended access to the Hub and its equipment/materials
- Department Assistant
Job DescriptionDepartment Assistant College of Nursing and Health Sciences Job Title: Department AssistantDepartment: College of NursingLocation: Jackson campusReports to: Administrative Assistant to CONHSNumber of openings: 1Hours per week: 6Term of employment: 2 semestersPay Rate: $9.00Type: FWS Job SummaryStudent worker will assist in daily administrative duties such as, but not limited to:Organizing filesMaking copiesScanning DocumentsPreparing Social Media PostsSpeaking with prospective students (tours, phone, etc.) Any other duties the Undergraduate and/or Graduate Coordinators need assistance with will be thoroughly explained to the student. Very flexible scheduling. Tasks and ResponsibilitiesOrganizational skillsAble to work aloneOther clerical dutiesEditing Skil...
- Academic Peer Tutor - CAS - UUWS
Center for Academic Success (CAS)Academic Student LeadershipPeer TutorChemistry and Physics Only The CAS provides assistance to advance student learning and the academic process. Our goal is to help students become successful learners. Students learn how to learn while learning what to learn.We seek excellence as well as diversity within the CAS. We want outgoing, positive individuals that will model our Union core values: Excellence-Driven, Christ-Centered, People-Focused, and Future-Directed. CAS understands that a tutor is, above all, a student. However, a tutor should be the type of student who can handle CAS responsibilities and academic requirements without neglecting either. Working as an on-call peer tutor can provide some of the best workplace training possible; they must be dependable, motivated, caring and responsible (all valuable qualities to employers). Qualifications -- Tutors must:•Have a minimum of a B in the courses you wish to tutor•Have a minimum overall GPA of 3...
- Academic Peer Tutor - CAS - FWS
Center for Academic Success (CAS)Academic Student LeadershipPeer TutorChemistry and Physics Only The CAS provides assistance to advance student learning and the academic process. Our goal is to help students become successful learners. Students learn how to learn while learning what to learn.We seek excellence as well as diversity within the CAS. We want outgoing, positive individuals that will model our Union core values: Excellence-Driven, Christ-Centered, People-Focused, and Future-Directed. CAS understands that a tutor is, above all, a student. However, a tutor should be the type of student who can handle CAS responsibilities and academic requirements without neglecting either. Working as an on-call peer tutor can provide some of the best workplace training possible; they must be dependable, motivated, caring and responsible (all valuable qualities to employers). Qualifications -- Tutors must:•Have a minimum of a B in the courses you wish to tutor•Have a minimum overall GPA of 3....
- Department Assistant-Graduate and Adult Admissions-FWS
Job SummaryWorks in the GAA office as administrative support. Tasks and ResponsibilitiesUnion University’s Office of Graduate and Adult Admissions (GAA) is seeking a student worker to assist with administrative tasks related to the admissions process for all non-traditional undergraduate programs and graduate programs. The role will assist admission counselors with tasks such document processing, student folder building, and basic CRM tasks.Candidates for this role must:Have strong attention to detailBe willing to learn basic tasks within GAA’s CRM systemsMaintain confidentiality regarding student information in keeping with FERPA guidelinesFulfill other duties as assigned by GAA Required QualificationsBe competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams) Preferred QualificationsStudents with experience in office work may be given preference. TrainingLittle to no training required
- Food Service Student Worker - LEX
Union University Dining Services is currently seeking energetic, service oriented and responsible students in the LEX as cashiers, cooks/servers and food prep. A professional work ethic is required including your commitment to report to work as scheduled. We can build a set weekly schedule to fit your time requirements.A minimum of 10 work hours per week preferred. Working with Dining Services includes free uniforms, safety shoes and a complimentary meal to eat on your break or after each shift worked. Based on experience and performance, Dining Services will identify student employees for leadership positions for student manager positions. Dining Services also awards an annual $1000 scholarship to one deserving student worker who returns to work in Dining Services in the fall of the next school year.
- Dining Services Student Worker Lead
Union University Dining Services is currently seeking a leader, responsible for various aspects of the dining operation including being a lead for student workers.A professional work ethic is required including your commitment to report to work as scheduled. Your schedule will be based on the operational needs. In addition to normal job responsibilities, you will work with supervisors/managers to ensure student workers are operating efficiently and effectively.Working with Dining Services includes uniforms, and a complimentary meal to eat on your break or after each shift worked. Based on experience and performance, Dining Services will identify student employees for leadership positions for student manager positions. Dining Services also awards an annual $1000 scholarship to one deserving student worker who returns to work in Dining Services in the fall of the next school year.
- Food Service Student Worker - Dining Services
Union University Dining Services is currently seeking energetic, service oriented and responsible students for Dining Services in COBO.Positions include line servers, salad bar, smoothie baristas, deli, cashier, dining room attendant and prep. Breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts available.A professional work ethic is required including your commitment to report to work as scheduled. Your schedule will be based on the operational needs and your availability. Working with Dining Services includes free uniforms, safety shoes and a complimentary meal to eat on your break or after each shift worked. Based on experience and performance, Dining Services will identify student employees for leadership positions for student manager positions. Dining Services also awards an annual $1000 scholarship to one deserving student worker who returns to work in Dining Services in the fall of the next school year.
