Student AffairsWork Study Program
The Work Study Program is offered jointly through Career Services and the Financial Aid and Awards Office and is funded by Queen’s University. The objective of the Work Study Program is to provide an opportunity for students with financial need to receive priority for certain part-time jobs during their academic terms.
Both domestic and international students with demonstrated financial need can earn money while working part-time for on-campus and local non-for-profit organizations. Financial Aid and Awards will inform students if they are eligible for Work Study via email.
View the Student Guide for full program details.
New this year!
To better support students, the Work Study Program has implemented changes, effective Fall 2025.
Please read the Student Guide for full program details.
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Students are identified as “Eligible for Work Study” rather than receiving a “Work Study Entitlement".
What does this mean for students? Nothing! If you were eligible for work study positions previously, you will continue to be eligible until you are no longer a full-time student.
Once students receive confirmation that they are eligible for Work Study, they will remain eligible until they are no longer a full-time student. Eligible students can apply for Summer Work Study positions as long as they remain active in a degree program at Queen’s University.
The maximum wage students can earn under the Work Study program has increased to $2000 per term ($4000 for the combined Fall/Winter term).
Fall/Winter roles can now start as early as August 18 to allow for early training and on-boarding of new staff, as appropriate.
Important: You may not commence work until a Work Study Agreement has been completed by your employer and approved by Career Services.
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June 1 Employers can submit job postings on MyCareer for Fall/Winter term
July 15 Students can start to view fall/winter job postings on MyCareer
August 18 Earliest date students can begin their Fall Work Study position
March 15 Students can start to view summer job postings on MyCareer
April 30 Last day students can work Fall/Winter term position
May 1 Students can begin Summer Work Study position
Aug 31 Last day students can work a Summer Work Study position
Students with demonstrated financial need are eligible for Work Study, if they meet the following criteria:
- Current Undergraduate and Graduate students
- Must be registered in a full-time academic load for fall/winter term (9.0 credit units or higher per term) or 40% of a full course load for students with disabilities
- Domestic and International Students
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents must be receiving a minimum of $5,000 in government student assistance for the combined fall and winter terms
- Received email notification from Financial Aid and Awards
- Students who have not received an email notification can apply online
- Once students receive confirmation that they are eligible for Work Study, they will remain eligible until they are no longer a full-time student. Eligible students can apply for Summer Work Study positions as long as they remain active in a degree program at Queen’s University. Incoming exchange students studying on a letter of permission at Queen’s but paying tuition and fees at their home institution are not eligible for the Work Study program.
Important Note: If a Work Study Student discontinues their studies at Queen’s, their Work Study position must immediately end. It is the student’s responsibility to notify both their employer and the Work Study Coordinator (wkstudy@queensu.ca).
Are you an international student wondering if Work Study is still available to you? Yes it is! There are a few things you will need to be aware of:
- If you are in Canada and the duties of the position are delivered on campus or remotely, please follow the department's hiring process. You will need to have a valid Study Permit and Social Insurance Number (SIN).
- If you are new to Queen's and outside of Canada, please visit the Queen's University International Centre (QUIC) website or contact isa@queensu.ca to learn about work eligibility in Canada.
If you have received confirmation of Work Study Eligibility, you can apply to job postings through the Work Study Job Board.
On-campus and local not-for-profit employers can also hire you without posting a position; your prospective employer should contact wkstudy@queensu.ca to request Work Study wage subsidy before confirming your position.
Search for jobs on MyCareer
- Log in to MyCareer with your Student NetID using SingleSignOn
- View job postings under the Work Study job board
- Follow the application instructions under each job posting
Please note: Operational need and student availability will influence the number of work hours available, up to the maximum provided by the program, which is posted on your signed agreement.
Before accepting a Work Study position, ensure you understand the offer completely. If you have any questions, this is the time to ask for clarification.
If you’ve applied to more than one position, be respectful of each employer while considering prospects and deciding to accept an offer. Once you have accepted a job offer, email other employers you applied to, where possible, to let them know that you are withdrawing your application from their hiring process.
Please view the Student Guide for more details.
To work on campus in the Work Study Program students MUST have a Social Insurance Number (SIN).
International students can find out more about getting a Social Insurance Number (SIN) on the Queen's University International Centre website
The rate of pay for Work Study positions starting in Fall 2025 is $17.60 per hour, plus vacation pay.
Under the Work Study program, students can earn up to $2000 per term, or $4000 for the combined Fall/Winter term. Employers may choose to offer students more hours if their budget allows.
For the 2025-26 academic term, the maximum number of paid hours covered by Work Study wage subsidy are:
- Fall/Winter Term (Aug 18 – Apr 30) – 227 hours
- Fall, Winter, or Summer Term Only – 113 hours
Please view the Student Guide for more details.
All Work Study students must complete the 2-part Experiential Learning (EL) WrapAround process with their employer.
Adding an Experiential Learning framework to student roles is an important opportunity for students to develop essential skills and knowledge that complement their academic degrees and help prepare them to have impact in their future careers.
Visit the Experiential Learning (EL) Hub for more information.
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Resources for your job search
- Find a Job on Campus Tipsheet (PDF, 1.1 MB)
- MyCareer Job Board
- AMS Job Board
- Local employment centres