Laurier Work Study Program
Students in financial need who wish to work on a part-time basis may be eligible for on-campus employment through Laurier’s Work-Study Program (LWSP). Positions are available at the Brantford, Kitchener and Waterloo campuses.
The eligibility application for Spring/Summer 2024 will be available on LORIS as of April 10, 2024 for students who meet the preliminary eligibility criteria listed below. Eligibility applications are due by May 1, 2024, 11:59 p.m.
If you have questions, please contact lwsp@wlu.ca.
The application on LORIS will be opened automatically to all domestic students registered in 1.5 credits in Spring/Intersession/Summer terms, with a minimum 4.0 GPA. Graduate students need to be full-time based on their program of study. If you are unsure of your eligibility, contact studentawards@wlu.ca.
To have your program eligibility assessed, please begin by submitting the online student application on LORIS. Your application will include a student budget form, which will be used to determine your eligibility for this program.
Meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee an LWSP position. Once you have been accepted into the program, you must apply to available job postings in Navigator and compete with other eligible students.
Please note, eligibility for the program in previous years does not guarantee eligibility for subsequent years.
If you're eligible for the Laurier Work-Study Program after review of your application and budget, you will be notified of your eligibility and invited to apply for LWSP positions by logging into Navigator.
LWSP job postings will be available for one week in May. You must submit an application for each position in which you are interested. The interview and selection process is at the discretion of the hiring supervisor. Students accepted to the LWSP are not guaranteed a position through the program.
Here are some things you can do to get ready to apply for on-campus positions:
- Prepare your cover letter and resumé and develop your interview skills by attending a virtual Career Centre workshop, appointment with a career consultant or attending drop-in hours. Check out the Career Centre events calendar for more information.
Previous LWSP positions include:
- Employer Relations Assistant
- Data Management Support
- Student Service Ambassador
- Office Assistant
- Social Media Assistant
- Program Assistant
- Content Creator
Positions typically average 15-20 hours per week in the Spring/Summer term. You will develop a schedule with your LWSP supervisor that fits your academic schedule.
The hourly rate for most positions will be $17/hour; however, some specialized positions may offer a higher rate of pay. You will be required to enter your hours in LORIS to be paid biweekly. For more information, refer to Student Employee Payroll or contact lwsp@wlu.ca.
On-Campus Employment Experiential Learning Program
Once you have been hired for an LWSP position, you will complete required training on Health and Safety, AODA and Reflection. Most of these modules will be completed in online training modules. Some could be in-person sessions, depending on the training required and subject to public health guidelines and restrictions.
LWSP supervisors will facilitate conversations over the course of your employment to discuss competency development and your performance in the role. At the end of your position, you will be able to reflect on your experience for your Laurier Experience Record.
Your Laurier Experience Record demonstrates that you have been engaged and involved as a Laurier student. It provides a validated record of your involvement and experiential learning opportunities. The Record will help you reflect on your experiences and identify skills you've developed that will be useful when applying for future on-campus opportunities, jobs after graduation or graduate school.
Student Testimonials
“The Laurier Work-Study Program was a great experience that allowed me to be employed on campus while maintaining my school work and becoming more self-aware especially through the employer ‘conversations’. I had the opportunity to network with a variety of people and would love to participate in this program again next year.” Third year Arts student
“<My supervisor> was amazing, she made sure I had the proper training and techniques to complete each task. She truly made the Work-Study experience a blast.” Second year Liberal Arts student
“The Work-Study Program provided me with an amazing set of skills to help me with my future experiences. The work atmosphere was professional and my supervisor was very helpful in my time in the program.” Third year Human & Social Sciences student
“The LWSP was the most amazing opportunity I've had thus far in helping me explore future career paths or looking into continuing my education in graduate programs offered at Laurier. I've gained sound functional skills and a learning experience in wetland plant ecology research that can help me find jobs upon graduation.” Third year Arts student