Student Employment - Work Study
Student employment (work study) is an excellent opportunity for students to get real workplace experience while also earning money to help with the costs associated with going to college. Unlike other types of financial aid, work study earnings are not applied directly to your tuition and fees. Students who are awarded work study positions receive the funds in a paycheck as they earn them, based on hours worked, just like a normal job. ATCC student employment positions are funded through either the Federal or State Work Study program.
Benefits
- Positions are on-campus or off-campus with local non-profit employers
- Flexibility to accommodate your class schedule
- Majority of employment is tied to the ATCC school calendar
- Positions average 5-20 hours per week]
- Hourly wage: $15.00, bi-weekly pay checks
- Many positions relate to career interests - Great way to build your résumé and gain valuable references
Requirements:
- Student eligibility is determined by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Must be actively enrolled in at least six (6) credits
- Must be making Satisfactory Academic Progress (66.66% completion rate and cumulative GPA of at least 2.0)
For questions or to determine your eligibility, please contact the Financial Aid office: financialaid@alextech.edu or 320-762-4540.
Documents & Forms
| Title | Download Link |
|---|---|
| Student Employment Application | Download Student Employment Application Document pdf |
| Student Employment Checklist | Download Student Employment Checklist Document pdf |
| Student Pay Periods | Download Student Pay Periods Document pdf |
To add a Direct Deposit account, visit eServices
Workstudy Job List
Use the semester and category filters to narrow the selection.
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| Child Care Assistant-Alexandria Public Elementary Schools | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Child Care | Details | Apply |
Apply For Child Care Assistant-Alexandria Public Elementary Schools PositionKaitlyn Sander
320-762-3310, Ext 4273
Community Education - Alexandria Public Schools
1410 South McKay Avenue, Suite 201 Alexandria, MN 56308 Email to express interest
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Child Care Assistant-Alexandria Public Elementary Schools DetailsChild Care Assistant-Alexandria Public Elementary Schools
Off Campus
Child Care
15
15.00
8100.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
School age child care assistant for after school Compass Program at Alexandria Public Elementary Schools.
Assist children with reading and math homework, participate in fun and interactive learning games, and support additional activities as directed.
We are looking for someone who wants to work with the public and has the following qualities; good with kids, good customer service skills, strong work ethic to include being dependable and punctual, friendly, organized, positive attitude, willingness to learn, strong verbal communication skills. Must have ability to: maintain confidentiality, work independently, and be flexible. Hours will be Monday-Friday.
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| Child Care Assistant-Alexandria Public Elementary Schools | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Child Care | Details | Apply |
Apply For Child Care Assistant-Alexandria Public Elementary Schools PositionKaitlyn Sander
320-762-3310, Ext 4273
Community Education - Alexandria Public Schools
1410 South McKay Avenue, Suite 201 Alexandria, MN 56308 Email to express interest
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Child Care Assistant-Alexandria Public Elementary Schools DetailsChild Care Assistant-Alexandria Public Elementary Schools
Off Campus
Child Care
15
15.00
8100.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
School age child care assistant for after school Compass Program at Alexandria Public Elementary Schools.
Assist children with reading and math homework, participate in fun and interactive learning games, and support additional activities as directed.
We are looking for someone who wants to work with the public and has the following qualities; good with kids, good customer service skills, strong work ethic to include being dependable and punctual, friendly, organized, positive attitude, willingness to learn, strong verbal communication skills. Must have ability to: maintain confidentiality, work independently, and be flexible. Hours will be Monday-Friday.
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| Child Care Assistant-YMCA | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Child Care | Details | Apply |
Apply For Child Care Assistant-YMCA PositionTracy Gustafson
320-834-9622 ext 104
Alexandria Area YMCA
420 12th Avenue East Alexandria, MN 56308 Email or call to express interest.
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Child Care Assistant-YMCA DetailsChild Care Assistant-YMCA
Off Campus
Child Care
15
15.00
8100.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
To provide assistance as a Childcare Assistant for the Alexandria Area YMCA.
The primary role will be to assist the classroom teacher. Assisting the teacher with classroom duties such as supervision of children, assisting with snack and clean-up, assisting the children with preparation for outside playground and/or inside large motor time, light cleaning (sinks, sweeping, mopping, wash tables, vacuuming, etc). Interaction with the children at their level is a primary focus and duty.
Experience working with children and education in early childhood is preferred, but not mandatory.
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| Help Desk Technician | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Computer | Details | Apply |
Apply For Help Desk Technician Position |
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Help Desk Technician DetailsHelp Desk Technician
Technology
Computer
15
15.00
8100.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
Provide help and technical support assistance to the operation of the IT Dept Help Desk.
Provide help and technical support assistance to IT staff. Assist students, staff and faculty with technololgy-related issues. This includes installing and setting up software and hardware on campus systems. Create and update trouble tickets documenting problems and resolutions. Help inventory, troubleshoot, and maintain campus technology.
Do you enjoy helping others with their technology-related issues? If so, this could be the perfect position for you. A background or understanding of technology, software, and Microsoft Windows is very helpful. Applicant will learn on the job, but must be reliable, motivated, committed, able to work independently and apply policies and procedures.
This is a fantastic opportunity to increase your knowledge and understanding preparing you with the real world experience employers are looking for in an employee.
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| Instructor's Aide/Lab Assistant- Biology | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Instructor/Teacher Aide | Details | Apply |
Apply For Instructor's Aide/Lab Assistant- Biology PositionCarly Erickson
320-762-4471
Institutional Support
Email to express interest.
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Instructor's Aide/Lab Assistant- Biology DetailsInstructor's Aide/Lab Assistant- Biology
Institutional Support
Instructor/Teacher Aide
6
15.00
3240.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
To support and assist the biology department.
Assist with grading, lab and class prep.
Completed at least one biology course with lab. Must have good communication skills and time management. Be able to work independently and be reliable.
Hours per week will vary from 4-12 per week.
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| Instructor's Aide-Early Childhood Education | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Instructor/Teacher Aide | Details | Apply |
Apply For Instructor's Aide-Early Childhood Education PositionRondi Wussow/Joni Jacobson
320-762-4679
Health
Please send a statement as to why you feel you would like this position to both ECED instructors: rondiw@alextech.edu and jonij@alextech.edu
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Instructor's Aide-Early Childhood Education DetailsInstructor's Aide-Early Childhood Education
Health
Instructor/Teacher Aide
10
15.00
5400.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
To provide assistance to the instructors in the Early Childhood Education program.
Duties may include, but are not limited to: Proofreading, correcting, grading papers using an answer key; word processing (keying in tests, worksheets); filing documents and maintaining instructional resources; keeping records and recording grades (computer); photocopying; running errands to include mail delivery and pickup from the staff lounge/mailroom, organizing classroom/lab workstations and references; collating documents; preparing mailings, light cleaning and maintenance of classroom and equipment.
All positions require the following characteristics: committed to customer service; strong work ethic to include being dependable and punctual; friendly; organized; positive attitude; willingness to learn new skills. Must have the ability to and/or possess the following skills: maintain confidentiality; work independently; alphabetize; proofread/edit; good grammar/spelling skills; knowledge of letter & memo styles; knowledge of office procedures & office equipment. Position requires knowledge of computer appl/software: MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint) and D2L.
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| Instructor's Aide-Economics | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Instructor/Teacher Aide | Details | Apply |
Apply For Instructor's Aide-Economics PositionKelly Hughes
320-762-4481
Liberal Arts
Preference will be given to past students of instructor. If interested, please send your resume via email.
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Instructor's Aide-Economics DetailsInstructor's Aide-Economics
Liberal Arts
Instructor/Teacher Aide
12
15.00
6480.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
Assist liberal arts instructors with general office and lab duties; other duties as assigned.
Correcting papers, entering grades, other duties as assigned.
Must be responsible, dependable and comfortable using the computer.
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| Instructor's Aide-Healthcare Admin | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Instructor/Teacher Aide | Details | Apply |
Apply For Instructor's Aide-Healthcare Admin PositionLindsey Maass
320-762-4515
Business
Call or email Lindsey Maass – 320.491.5781 – lindsey.maass@alextech.edu
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Instructor's Aide-Healthcare Admin DetailsInstructor's Aide-Healthcare Admin
Business
Instructor/Teacher Aide
12
15.00
6480.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
To support our Healthcare Admin Programs (Medical Coding, Patient Access, and Healthcare Administrative Specialist programs). This flexible position offers the opportunity to work remotely and gain valuable experience in healthcare admin education administrative work and digital marketing.
• Assist instructors with course materials and administrative tasks (correcting, course prep, proofreading and editing documents, etc)
• Create and manage social media content and promotional materials to promote our healthcare admin programs
• Help maintain program resources
• Support various projects and initiatives
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office helpful
• Interest in learning social media management tools
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable with technology and social media
• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
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| Instructor's Aide-Machine Tool | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Instructor/Teacher Aide | Details | Apply |
Apply For Instructor's Aide-Machine Tool Position |
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Instructor's Aide-Machine Tool DetailsInstructor's Aide-Machine Tool
Manufacturing
Instructor/Teacher Aide
15
15.00
8100.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
To provide assistance to the Machine Tool Instructors at ATCC.
Duties may include but are not limited to: Proofreading, correcting, grading papers using an answer key; word processing (keying in tests, worksheets); filing documents and maintaining instructional resources; keeping records and recording grades (computer and/or grade book); photocopying; running errands to include mail delivery and pickup from the main campus; organizing classroom/lab workstations and references; and collating documents.
All positions require the following characteristics: committed to customer service; strong work ethic to include being dependable and punctual; friendly; organized; positive attitude; willingness to learn new skills. Must have the ability to and/or possess the following skills: maintain confidentiality; work independently; alphabetize; proofread/edit; good grammar/spelling skills; knowledge or letter & memo styles; knowledge of office procedures & office equipment. This position requires that you operate an ATC vehicle. Please refer to policy number 4.5.3. Student Drivers in School Vehicles located at: http://www.alextech.edu/policy/studentdrivers, to determine your ability to obtain this position prior to applying.
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| Instructor's Aide-Marine & Powersports | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Instructor/Teacher Aide | Details | Apply |
Apply For Instructor's Aide-Marine & Powersports PositionMark Lindemann
320-762-4641
Transportation
Send resume to email address listed. Interviews will take place the first week of school. Must maintain a cumulative 2.5 GPA.
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Instructor's Aide-Marine & Powersports DetailsInstructor's Aide-Marine & Powersports
Transportation
Instructor/Teacher Aide
10
15.00
5400.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
To provide assistance to the Powersports instructors at ATCC.
Duties may include but are not limited to: Proofreading, correcting, grading papers using an answer key; word processing (keying in tests, worksheets); filing documents and maintaining instructional resources; keeping records and recording grades (computer and/or grade book); photocopying; running errands to include mail delivery and pickup from the main campus; organizing classroom/lab workstations and references; collating documents; taking minutes at meetings.
All positions require the following characteristics: committed to customer service; strong work ethic to include being dependable and punctual; friendly; organized; positive attitude; willingness to learn new skills. Must have the ability to and/or possess the following skills: maintain confidentiality; work independently; alphabetize; proofread/edit; good grammar/spelling skills; knowledge or letter & memo styles; knowledge of office procedures & office equipment. Some positions require knowledge of computer appl/software: MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint).
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| Intramural Assistant | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Recreation | Details | Apply |
Apply For Intramural Assistant PositionCindy Haarstad
320-762-4926
Institutional Support
Send resume or complete work-study application and send to email address listed.
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Intramural Assistant DetailsIntramural Assistant
Institutional Support
Recreation
15
15.00
8100.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
To coordinate Intramural schedule and serve as official for intramural sports.
Coordinate intramural schedule and communicate the rules and schedule to teams. Learn the rules and regulations of sports league and tournaments. Report and post scores and team standings. Responsible for equipment and officiating games. Promote intramural participation to students. Also assist with other Student Life activities as needed.
Knowledge of a wide variety of sports and league activities as well as some officiating skills preferred, must be good in dealing with people, have organizational skills, the willingness to work on implementing new ideas for activities, have a strong work ethic, responsible, punctual, energetic, ability to work independently, willingness to learn new skills. Hours vary according to number of activities; typically later afternoon/evening hours.
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| IT/Software Support Specialist | 08/25/2025 | 05/13/2026 | 20263 | Computer | Details | Apply |
Apply For IT/Software Support Specialist PositionKevin Brezina
320-762-2141, Ext 4214
Alexandria Public Schools - District Office
1410 South McKay Avenue, Suite 210 Alexandria, MN 56308 Please submit resume to email address listed.
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IT/Software Support Specialist DetailsIT/Software Support Specialist
Off Campus
Computer
15
15.00
8100.00
08/25/2025
05/13/2026
This position will work as an assistant to the IT Department at School District #206 to help set up and maintain the computer labs.
Prepare and maintain computers using Altiris Imaging Solutions; move and replace computers, document computer problems, fulfill requests in Tech Support Portal; take inventory/label technology assets in the School District, clean computers and technology, and perform other preventative technology maintenance.
Ability to set up PCs, ability to install various Windows application software programs on stand alone computers and networked computers, familiar with various versions of DOS and Windows operating systems, working knowledge of setting up/troubleshooting peripheral equipment, such as printers, working knowledge of various software programs, such as Microsoft Office, ability to interpret and assist with new or unfamiliar software programs, communication skills necessary to work one-on-one with faculty and staff, responsibility and maturity to work independently, ability to lift and move computers, printers, etc., ability to document all trouble tickets and its resolution.
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For more work options, check out these additional Community Job Resources.
Student Employment Checklist
Checklist also available as a PDF:
To be considered for a work-study position, you must first complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at studentaid.gov. Once you receive your financial aid offer, we can then determine your work-study
eligibility.
- Check Eligibility - Contact Financial Aid: 320-762-4540, financialaid@alextech.edu or Room 112 in the Main Building.
- Find a Job - View openings at alextech.edu/workstudy.
- Apply for a Position - Contact the supervisor listed in the job posting to set up an interview. Be ready to submit an application/resume, if requested.
- Complete Hiring Paperwork - Once hired, go to the Financial Aid Office to complete payroll forms (W-4 & I-9). You will need to provide proof of identity and authorization to work — see the Lists of Acceptable Documents on Page 2. This must be done before you begin working.
- Offer & Acceptance Form - Meet with your supervisor to complete the online form. You’ll need your 8-digit student ID (found in eServices or from Financial Aid). Watch your college email for a message from: no-reply-alexandriatech@mnsu.edu and subject: “ACTION REQUIRED.”
- Set Up Direct Deposit - Visit eServices → Financial Aid → Direct Deposit Setup
If not set up, checks will be mailed to your address on file (no pick-up available).
- Get Your ID Badge & Keys - Watch for an email when they’re ready for pickup (if required for your position).
- Complete Required Training - Access training in Brightspace (appears within three days). Follow instructions from the green sheet in your work-study packet which will be given to you when you fill out your paperwork in the Financial Aid Office. Complete this within your first two weeks of work.