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If you have been granted a Federal work Study award, below are resources available to help you obtain a FWS job either on-campus or off-campus. For more information please see our FAQs section below.

Click Here for a List of Available Federal Work Study Positions


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can my FWS award be used for on-campus and off-campus jobs?
Yes, your FWS award may be used for an on-campus or off-campus job.

Are these jobs only available to students who have been given FWS awards?
These jobs are only available to students who have FWS awards. If you would like a job and do not have a FWS award, click here for part-time student job listings (non-FWS jobs).

How many jobs can I have during the year?
Students may only hold one (1) work-study position at a time. While you are free to change positions, you must first resign from your current position before starting another FWS position.

Will I be placed into a position?
No, we have developed an “open-market” system where students have the ability to apply to and interview for the positions of their choice.

Click here for more FAQs.


Contact Information

Federal Work Study Administrators (Human Resources)
Phone:    202-885-3795 or (202) 885-2591
e-mail:    fws@american.edu
Fax:        202-885-1737
Location: 3201 New Mexico Avenue, NW, Suite 350

The FWS Administrators and Human Resources can help answer any general questions including obtaining a FWS job and getting paid.


Career Center, Off-Campus Community Service
Phone: (202) 885-1806
Location: Butler Pavilion, 5th Floor
Click here for the Career Center Website

The Career Center offers resume and job seeking help and can help you find an off-campus job in a community service site.


Office of Financial Aid
Phone: 202-885-6100
Location: Financial Aid Building
Click here for the Office of Financial Aid website

The staff of the Financial Aid Office and your designated counselor can help you with any questions you have about the financial aid process at AU, including the amount of your FWS award.

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