Find On-Campus Student Jobs
Find out how to search and apply for part-time student worker positions in various on-campus departments!
Handshake is your key resource to obtaining information on work-study and non-work study jobs. Once logged in, go to “Jobs” –> “Position Type” to narrow down the job results for on-campus positions.
Another way to access jobs posted to Handshake is to log in to my.usc.edu. Add the Handshake widget to your home screen. There you can see current job postings on the “Student Jobs” tab.
The majority of position openings starting in the fall semester are historically posted by the first or second week of August. However, on-campus departments continue to post positions throughout the year based on need. Two days after you register for your classes, you will be able to register for a Handshake account and have access to employment listings.
USC Career Center holds On-Campus Student Job Fairs during move-in week, which is the week before classes begin. Please review our On-Campus Student Job Fair page for specific details.
Many departments use our Handshake portal to post their positions but some departments choose to use their own websites. A list of departments not using Handshake is below.
When applying to positions, make sure to follow the directions in the posting closely and tailor your application materials to meet the needs of the position requirements. Along with a resume, we recommend attaching a cover letter and a schedule with your work availability.
The following departments do not use Handshake for their job postings. Read on for individual department information.
Auxiliary Services
Auxiliary Services oversees Administration, USC Bookstore, USC Hospitality, USC Housing, The USC Hotel, and USC Transportation.
Looking for a job at the USC Bookstore? Request an application from Guest Services Desk at USC Bookstore located at 840 Childs Way (1st floor).
Want to work for USC Hospitality? Get application and instructions.
Looking to apply to USC Housing? Contact the individual Housing Customer Service Centers and inquire about any job openings.
Want to work at The USC Hotel? Contact USC Hospitality for any job openings.
Department of Public Safety (DPS)
DPS provides a safe and secure environment on campus and in the USC community. Applications can be picked up at the DPS Front Desk located at 3667 McClintock Ave (in the Downey Way Parking Structure).
Facilities Management Services (FMS)
FMS is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair, and maintenance of USC. Review and apply for current openings by clicking “CCD/FMS Student Worker App.”
USC Athletic Department
The USC Athletic Department hires students for part-time/hourly positions throughout the school year. For more information about their different open positions, apply on Handshake under the employer “USC Athletic Department.”
USC Libraries
USC’s University Park Campus currently operates 15 libraries. View open positions.
USC Cultural Relations and University Events
The Office of Cultural Relations and University Events produces and manages over 200 events per year. Student employees act as hosts and hostesses at events and provide office support. View open positions.
Other Employment Opportunities
Graders
Students should contact faculty directly (email or in person) to inquire if they need assistance with a class. Note: The Viterbi School of Engineering only offers RA and TA positions to PhD students.
On-Campus Student Job Fair*
Students can attend the On-Campus Student Job Fair held in the beginning of the fall and spring semesters for more information about on-campus employment and for the opportunity to talk with select employers hiring non-work study students. Review the On-Campus Student Job Fair page for specific details.
*International students are not eligible for work-study positions on campus. Refer to the OIS website for information about on-campus employment for F-1 international students. Non-work-study positions will also be available at the fair and are detailed in Handshake job postings.
Considering an off-campus position?
Paid internships off-campus
Learn more about internships from the Internships section of the Career Center’s website and explore paid internship postings (in-person and remote).
USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the USC Career Center by phone at (213) 740-9111, or by email at careers@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
