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.
Work Study Procedures
Federal Work Study Employment Procedures
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