Resources for Student Employees

Writing your Resume | Strengthen your Interviewing Skills

Remember: The job application is your first opportunity to make a good impression with a potential employer.

• The application provides the employer with specific information in a designated order. Never write "see resume" in any area of the application.
• Through the job application, the employer senses attitude, stability and motivation. It also reveals communicative skills. It should never be done illegibly, hastily or incompletely.
• Print or write neatly, or even better, type the information. Be sure to read the instructions on the application. Statements should be brief and concise.
• All questions must be answered; all sections must be completed. If it doesn't pertain to you, place a dash or N/A in that space.
• Know start/stop dates of your employment history, pay rates and your supervisors' name(s).
• Use action words to describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
• It is a good idea to have a "dummy" application with history and references.
• Reasons for leaving: refrain from any negative statements. You want to present a positive picture of yourself. Use "further my education" or "interesting new job opportunity," etc.
• Salary: When the definite Pay Rate is unknown, write "open."
• References: Make sure you have correct addresses and phone numbers. Let your references know you list them and keep them informed.
• Additional remarks: Do not leave this area blank. Use this space constructively by inserting statements regarding your abilities, skills and reasons why you would be a desirable candidate for the position.
• If you have extensive experience in community service and volunteering, you may treat it as you would work experience. Keep in mind that this information provides a well-rounded profile of the type of person you are.

Resume, Cover Letter & Interview Tips

• The goal of the resume and cover letter is to attract sufficient attention to create an interview opportunity.
• The purpose of your interview is to evaluate your qualifications as they relate to specific job functions.

For helpful tips on these and other topics please review the tips on the Career Services Web site.

You should consider your part-time position as an important job that can impact your future work experience. You are now part of the ASU work force and your department depends on you. The following are your responsibilities as a student employee at any ASU campus:

• To complete a new hire packet within 72 hours, if you have not worked for ASU during the last 12 months, and submit it to the Human Resources department located on your campus.
• To maintain enrollment necessary for student employment eligibility.
• To coordinate your work hours with your supervisor according to the department’s needs and your own class and study schedule.
• To perform assigned duties promptly and competently.
• To be dependable and always report to work on time-excessive tardiness or absenteeism is grounds for disciplinary action.
• To arrive at the office prepared to work - refrain from studying or conducting personal business (phone/email) on the job.
• To refrain from having family or friends visit during scheduled work times.
• To attend all student staff meetings or training sessions unless you have a scheduled class or exam.
• To not work at your job during times you are scheduled to be in class.
• To observe policies on confidentiality for all University, department and student records, and information.
• To schedule your lunch and rest breaks in advance and get your supervisor's approval.
• To not eat or study during your scheduled shift, unless approved by your supervisor.
• To maintain appropriate dress and personal grooming.
• To notify your supervisor in advance if you will be absent from work - frequent absences are a justifiable cause for dismissal.
• To not work more than 40 hours total per week as a US citizen or eligible non-citizen.
• To not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic semesters if you are an international student on a visa.
• To keep an accurate record of hours worked and submit correct payroll information to your supervisor by the stated deadlines.
• To inform your supervisor of any plans to end employment. The customary notification time period is two weeks.
• To stop your Hourly employment 2 weeks after your graduation from ASU, unless you are enrolled for the next semester.
• To stop your employment on your graduation day as an undergraduate international student.
• To stop your employment on your defense date, comprehensive exam date or which ever option you have for the completion of your degree program as a graduate international student.
• To stop your FWS employment on the last day of the spring semester or the day before the fall semester starts according to your FWS Notification specifying the term of your employment period.
• To stop your FWS employment on the day of your graduation from ASU.

The following rights are available to all student employees.

• The right to be treated fairly and respectfully by the University – ASU follows equal employment opportunity and affirmative action principles.
• The right to a safe, clean and professional working environment.
• The right to know your specific job description including your supervisor’s standards and expectations.
• The right to adequate training in skills and procedures necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• The right to be informed about your work performance through verbal communication or performance evaluations.
• The right to use your campus job as a reference for future employers.
• The right to a grievance procedure for stating concerns related to the job and/ or supervisor (see USI 304-12).
• The right to file a grievance with the AA/EO Office if you believe you have been sexually harassed or discriminated on the job (see USI 304-03 and USI 304-04).

Student Employment offers a wide range of positions, which require different degrees of skill or experience. There are currently four wage levels with different pay ranges in effect. FWS and hourly employment share the same wage scale.

Exceptions

The Student Wage Scale covers all student positions except Research/Teaching Assistants. Those positions are administered by the Graduate College with appropriate policies and procedures.