What is Federal Work Study?
Federal Work Study (FWS) is a need-based financial aid program that provides eligible students with part-time employment opportunities. Positions are offered in various departments across the college as well as at approved off-campus locations.
Students receive work-study awards based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA and work in pre-approved roles, including community service positions.
Federal Work Study Program Eligibility:
To qualify for the Federal Work Study Program, students must:
- Be currently enrolled at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC)
- Be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each semester
- Demonstrate unmet financial need as determined by the FAFSA
- Be a Pell Grant recipient for the current academic year
- Be enrolled in a Pell-eligible Program of Study
- Meet federal Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements
- Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen
How do I apply?
Step 1: Obtain and complete the Federal Work Study application from Career Services.
Step 2: Career Services will verify your financial aid eligibility with the Financial Aid Office.
Step 3: Participate in an interview with the hiring supervisor.
If hired:
Step 4: Complete a background check through Accurate Background Check Inc.
Step 5: Complete the New-Hire packet through the Human Resources Office.
Step 6: Work with your hiring supervisor to complete the Confirmation Agreement Schedule and Responsibilities form
Additional Information
- Federal Work Study earnings are part of your financial aid package. Total aid—including FWS earnings—cannot exceed your cost of attendance.
- Students are paid monthly at a rate of $12.00 per hour and may work up to 20 hours per week.
- Positions depend on job availability and funding and are not guaranteed each semester.
- Applying does not guarantee employment.
- Students may not work during scheduled class time, even if the class is canceled or ends early.
- Classwork—including accessing Blackboard—may not be completed while on the job.
- Students should check their college email regularly for updates regarding their FWS position.
Interested in Current Openings?
Contact your Career Services office for a current list of Federal Work Study opportunities.
Contact Information
Warner Robins Campus
Phone: (478) 218-3808
Office Location: A-119/121
Macon Campus
Phone: (478) 757-3431
Office Location: J-189