UMR Undergraduate Environmental Services Work Study Program – UMR Students Only

About the job

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Responsibilities

Work study student employees are representatives of Mayo Clinic, working cooperatively with all Mayo Clinic staff, external clients, students, and advisors. The student is responsible to and receives direction from assigned department supervisor. Work study employment provides students that have interest in research and view Mayo Clinic as an employer of choice an opportunity to explore our culture, gain field experience and pursue their career goals.

The work study employee schedule will be arranged collaboratively between the work study employee and assigned department supervisor and in compliance with the financial aid award amount and minimum hours per week (10 hours) requirements*. Work study employees are responsible for indicating changes in financial aid award to their assigned supervisor, as well as the work study office.

****This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

****Qualifications

****IMPORTANT NOTE: Before you can be formally considered, verify your work study award with the UMR Employment Office and include your Community Service Program Work Study Referral form with this application.

**This opportunity is open to applicants who meet all the following:

• Currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota - Rochester (UMR)
• Graduated from high school or obtained a GED
• Granted and accepted a financial work study award of $2,700 for an academic year**

If you are selected for this position, you will be required to work a minimum of 8-10 hours per week.*

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to be attentive to details and to adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents and infectious agents
• Computer or keyboarding experience
• Good human relations skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

This position has a predetermined rate of $18.50 per hour.

Benefits Eligible

No

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

Supplemental/PRN

Schedule Details

This program is available during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters in alignment with the university academic calendar. 10+ hours per week preferred (with a flexible schedule). Work weeks vary. End date of 5/12/27.

Weekend Schedule

Weekends are not required

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law".  Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Andrea Hansen