The Division of Student Life employs UA students for a variety of positions across our 20+ departments. Opportunities include Graduate Administrative Assistantships, as well as Graduate and Undergraduate Student Assistants. More information can be found on individual student life department websites and on the UA student job website.
To learn more about the hiring process for undergraduate and graduate student employees, refer to the Student Employee Hiring Checklist.
Student Employee Hiring Requests (JIRA)
Use the button below to access the JIRA form for student employee hiring requests. With the JIRA request form, you can:
- Submit an onboarding request for a new hire or rehire.
- Submit a request to change the pay rate or hours per week for an existing employee.
- Submit a request to offboard an employee leaving your department or UA.
- Submit a form for a student extension of appointment or position transfer form.
UA Student Employment Resources
Student Eligibility
Students must meet eligibility requirements to be employed as students.
Hiring and Onboarding
Hiring departments are encouraged to reference the hiring and onboarding page for advice on the hiring process.
Required Paperwork
Students must complete all required forms and paperwork in order to be officially employed as a UA student.
Employment Start Dates
Student employment must begin on a Monday (Tuesday if Monday is a UA Holiday).
Graduate Student Employment Resources
Find all types of resources for graduate student employees.
Background Checks
Background checks are required for all graduate student employees. The student employee onboarding request workflow (JIRA) coordinates with the UA Graduate School, who manages the process of initiating background checks.
Background checks are also required for certain undergraduate student employees. This depends on the nature of the position and the work.
I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification
All individuals hired for employment in the United States must complete the Form I-9.
Once the Student Hiring/Rehiring Form is submitted, if an I-9 is required, the student will receive an email with instructions to complete Section 1 of the electronic Form I-9. The student will then need to visit Student Life Business Services in person for verification of the original documents proving identity and work eligibility. Copies of documents cannot be used.
A list of Form I-9 Acceptable Documents.
Federal Work Study
Federal work study programs provide students with valuable experience and opportunities. Learn more about federal work studies for UA students.
Federal Work Study Supervisor Guide
The Federal Work Study program consists of federal regulations and institutional requirements that must be followed to maintain compliance. The student’s supervisor should read the supervisor guide carefully.
Additional Resources
Use this checklist to complete the hiring process for undergraduate and graduate student employees.
Learn about the career readiness skills student employees will develop.
Onboarding guidance and learning outcomes for students in their first year of student employment.
Career readiness resources and learning outcomes for students in their second year of student employment.