On-Campus Employment

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 08/09/2026 Research laboratory of Dr. Sumi Dinda in the Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences Department. This posting is for a position which requires that you must be eligible for Federal Work Study award program (for students employees who demonstrate financial need through required filing of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The position entails working as a laboratory assistant preparing solutions, cleaning tissue culture room weekly, sterilizing, and washing glassware. You MUST qualify for work study. Include information regarding your Work Study status along with your college major in your cover letter. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR RESUME WITHOUT YOUR MAJOR LISTED AND YOUR FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION INCLUDED.No specific skills necessary, flexible hours, good wages and we will train you. Other laboratory chores may be assigned when needed.

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 08/01/2026 THIS IS NOT A JOB APPLICATIONSubmit Your Resume for Full-Time Opportunities!Career and Life Design is putting together a Resume Book to share with employers who reach out to us seeking students for Full-Time Positions. If you’re interested in being considered for opportunities that align with your major, submit your resume today!By submitting, you are giving us permission to share your resume with employers if a position becomes available that matches your qualifications.Deadline: August 1              Note: Open to all SECS students! 

Employer: Oakland University - Writing Center Expires: 01/01/2027 The Oakland University Writing Center (OUWC) seeks graduate and undergraduate students with significant writing experience BEYOND FIRST YEAR WRITING (writing within the disciplines). Consultants work one-on-one with campus writers at all stages of the writing process, create and offer presentations on writing-related topics, and research center services. Preference is given to students who have completed WRT 3062: Writing Center Studies and who have experience with online tutoring.The OUWC offers:a competitive hourly rateflexible schedulingresearch and innovation opportunitiespublication opportunitiespaid conference attendance rewarding academic work that enhances consultants own writing acumen and improves their employment prospectsTo be considered for this position you must meet the criteria listed in the job description AND submit the following: resumeconsultant application form (attached to this listing)faculty recommendation (attached to this listing)

Employer: Oakland University - Writing Center Expires: 01/01/2027 The Oakland University Writing Center (OUWC) seeks a receptionist who is professional and energetic. Our reception crew must navigate our online scheduling service, take messages as needed, maintain the writing center space, and attend monthly professional development sessions. Receptionists are the first point of contact for campus writers. They ensure that our clients and staff are well informed and supported. This is an excellent position for someone who would like to become a writing consultant but who does not yet have the experience required for the position.The OUWC offers:a competitive hourly rateflexible schedulingTo be considered for this position you must meet the criteria listed in the job description AND submit the following: Cover LetterResumeAt least one recommendation from faculty member or employer

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 08/26/2026 Students will proctor, read, scribe, for DSS students that require these accommodations

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 08/22/2026 The Academic Success Center, in collaboration with the School of Music, Theater and Dance, is seeking a Peer Tutor to assist fellow students in understanding and mastering the course material for Music Theory and Aural Skills, beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. Peer Tutors provide academic support, clarify concepts, and help students develop effective study strategies. We are currently hiring for: MUS 1211, 1212, 1213, 1214, 1215, 2212, 2213, 2214, 2215If you have OU undergraduate experience in any of these courses,  apply today! To be considered, Applicants should: Complete this Handshake ApplicationSubmit this brief questionnaireObtain at least one Faculty RecommendationPay Rate: $15/hourDuties:Provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for students to learnConduct appointment-based tutoring in Varner Hall.Provide strategies to enhance understanding of course materialUtilize active listening to identify students' needsAdditional Information:This position is for appointment tutoring. Tutors offer a regular weekly set of appointments. If a student schedules, then the tutor works. If no appointments are made, the tutor may use the time as they wish.Shifts are determined by subject/course need and the tutor's course schedule.Hours are scheduled during the range of: Monday through Thursday 10am- 6pm and Fridays 10am - 3pm.This position will begin in September 2026.All hired applicants must complete 10 hours of paid training, achieving Level 1 CRLA Certification by the end of the first academic year employed.Qualifications:Must be a currently enrolled OU student in a degree-seeking program with three or more listed courses completed at OU.Second-semester freshman standing or higherMinimum 3.7 GPA (A-) in the course(s) tutoredAdequate demonstration of time/task management skillsObtain a minimum of one recommendation form from a current OU faculty member. Faculty can access and complete the form using the following link: OU Faculty Recommendation FormWork-Study applicants are welcome!Interested?Complete and submit your application in Handshake.Questions?Please email Nick Ronzi: [email protected] with any questions. 

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 09/06/2026 The Song Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at Oakland University is seeking a motivated master’s student to join our research group beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. A funded position is available for a student interested in cell biology, developmental biology, genetics, and molecular mechanisms of centrosome regulation.Our lab uses C. elegans embryos as a model system to study centrosome assembly, spindle formation, protein regulation, and RNA-based mechanisms that influence cell division. Current projects involve centrosome regulators, kinase/phosphatase pathways, protein degradation, RNA-binding proteins, and related genetic pathways.The selected student will receive research training and participate in an active project in the lab. This position is appropriate for a student seeking substantial research experience and thesis-based graduate training.

Employer: Oakland University - Biological Sciences Expires: 04/06/2027 PLEASE READ THIS JOB POSTING CAREFULLY! This posting is for a position which requires that YOU HAVE A FEDERAL WORK STUDY AWARD FOR FALL 2026 / WINTER 2027. IF YOU ARE UNSURE IF YOU HAVE A FEDERAL WORK STUDY AWARD, UNLESS YOU APPLIED FOR THIS AWARD AND WERE NOTIFIED THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE AWARD, YOU DON'T HAVE THE AWARD AND SHOULD NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION. Qualified applicants would work as an undergradute microbiology laboratory assistant helping with laboratory duties including media and buffer preparation, culture maintenance, lab organization and dish washing.  Again, YOU MUST HAVE A FEDERAL WORK STUDY AWARD - THIS INFORMATION SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN YOUR COVER LETTER. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION OTHERWISE.

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 08/29/2026 Assist Grounds in maintaining lawn and landscaped areas on campus. Duties may include picking up litter, mowing and maintaining lawn areas, landscaping and outdoor maintenance projects.

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 08/06/2026 Graduate Teaching Assistant for EGR 2600 will have office hours for students, grade laboratory assignments and homework. Will assist with laboratory.PhD Student in Industrial and Systems Engineering