Student Financial Services Worker - Summer 2026 - Work Study or Regular Pay
The Student Financial Services Office is seeking reliable and motivated Student Workers for Summer 2026. This position may also continue into the 2026–2027 academic year if the candidate is interested.
Why Work in Student Financial Services?
Working in our office provides valuable real-world experience in a professional setting. Student workers develop skills that are highly transferable to many careers, including:
Professional communication with students, families, and staff
Financial and administrative office experience
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Time management and multitasking
Team collaboration in a supportive office environment
This position is ideal for students interested in business, finance, accounting, administration, or customer service careers, but students from any major are encouraged to apply.
Schedule
Office hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Students may work up to 40 hours per week during the summer
Availability for the entire day or every day is not required
We will work with your schedule whenever possible
Job Description:
The primary duties for this position:
- Answer incoming phone calls from students and families regarding billing and account questions
- Assist with updates to collection accounts in the student financial system
- Post student payments
- Balance cash drawer daily
- Prepare daily bank deposit
- Scan, image and file financial documents
- Follow daily task lists and office procedures
- Work independently while staying organized and on task
- Sort and distribute incoming mail
Professional Experience & Skills You Will Gain
This position provides valuable work experience that can help prepare students for future employment. Student workers will gain experience in:
- Customer service and professional communication
- Problem solving and conflict resolution
- Financial record accuracy and cash handling
- Office organization and administrative processes
- Collaboration and teamwork in a professional office environment
Student workers regularly assist students and parents by providing detailed information about student accounts and helping address questions or concerns.
Qualifications
- Ability to learn office software and financial systems
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Friendly and professional demeanor
- Strong problem-solving and multitasking skills
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior customer service experience
- Previous cash handling experience
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
This Position Is a Great Fit for Students Who:
- Enjoy helping others and answering questions
- Are organized and detail-oriented
- Want to gain professional office experience
- Are dependable and able to manage responsibilities independently
- Want to build skills that will strengthen their resume
To Apply:
1) Click the Apply button on this job post
2) Upload your current Resume
We are looking for dependable and motivated students who enjoy helping others and want to gain valuable office and customer service experience. We encourage interested students to apply!