Student Employment

Working for Pitt while you’re a student is a great way to enhance your academic experience and skills, boost your resume, gain valuable real-world experience, and build your professional network. There are many types of opportunities available to students across the University that can help you develop your skills to reach your professional and personal goals.

All Pitt student employment opportunities are listed on Talent Center, the University's online employment system. All student employment opportunities can be found in the dedicated Student portal. 

Finding Student Employment

Prepare your resume, make sure you have all necessary forms, and then begin your search. Be sure to also check your financial aid package to see if you qualify for a Federal Work-Study position. 

Offer & Onboarding

Congratulations on the employment offer! Find all of the necessary steps for reviewing and accepting the offer as well as onboarding processes.

Volunteering & Temporary Visas

Review volunteer options available to students presently in the United States on a temporary alien visa status. 

Office of Student Employment

The Office of Student Employment has resources to help you through your employment journey at Pitt. 

Student Employment Manual

The Student Employment Manual is your go-to guide for processes, guidelines, and so much more. 

Frequently Asked Questions

From tax queries to uncertainty about allowable work hours, our Frequently Asked Questions section covers many topics related to student employment.