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Financial literacy at IU

Learn about financial well-being.

Handshake

Launch the next steps in your career.

O*NET

Career and occupation exploration.

Gain real-world experience with an internship

Learn more about micro-internships

The internship program is self-directed, so eligible students are responsible for identifying internship opportunities. You are expected to identify potential opportunities and work with your faculty mentor to ensure these opportunities are appropriate to your knowledge and skills and are suitable for your goals.

Steps to pursue an internship

  1. New applicants must contact Career Services and include the job order number (CS102; CS103; etc.), contact information (full name, phone number), and best time to call.

  2. The internship coordinator will contact the applicant to schedule an intake appointment.

  3. If a match is identified, the applicant will complete the application forms and requirements.

  4. Begin your internship experience!

If you have question or concerns or would like more information, please call Career Services, at (219) 980-6650.

  • Completed 30 academic semester hours before the start of your first work assignment. (Transfer, returning and graduate students must complete one semester at IU Northwest (minimum 15 hours for undergraduates) before the start of their first work experience.)
  • Enrollment full-time or part-time in a degree-seeking program.
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.2 at Indiana University Northwest
  • Remain in “good standing” with the University.
  • Comply with all regulations of the internship program

  • Enrolled full-time or part-time and have completed at least one semester at IU Northwest.
  • Remain in “good standing” with the University.
  • Comply with all regulations of the internship program.

Make money in school with work-study

Interested in work-study?

Reach out to the Office of Financial Aid (219-980-6778; finaidnw@iu.edu) or Office of Career Services (219-980-6650; careernw@iu.edu).

Federal work-study is federal financial aid and can be a great resource if you plan to work while in school. Work study does not apply to your bill, it is earned aid. If you secure a position, you will be paid as you would for any other job.

The Federal Work-Study Program gives students real-world experience while in school. Benefits for students include:

  • Internship opportunities
  • Building your professional resume
  • Networking skills
  • Personal skills
  • Fun!

Federal Work-Study program requirements

  1. Attend a one-time, mandatory Federal Work-Study orientation with the federal work-study coordinator.
  2. After orientation, you will receive a sample resume and a cover letter which you will need to update and return to the work-study coordinator.
  3. Upon review and approval, load your documents into Handshake and apply for the position(s) you are interested in.
  4. Keep an eye out and respond to all contacts from supervisors.
  5. Schedule an interview and land the job!

You're hired! What's next?

If a supervisor indicates that they would like to hire you, congratulations!

Please email the Federal Work-Study coordinator immediately and include the following information:

  • Your name
  • Your ID number
  • Contact phone number
  • Name of the supervisor you spoke with and the area/department they are located

You will be emailed a document with instructions on next steps, including forms to complete for hiring and where to take those forms. If you have not yet obtained a Federal Work-Study position, please access your IU Northwest Handshake account through One.IU.edu (search “Handshake”).

*Please note: Not all off-campus positions are approved for Federal Work-Study. Typically, jobs at non-profit organizations may be considered for approval, but jobs
at fast food or chain restaurants and retail stores are not approved off-campus Federal Work-Study sites.

Office of Admissions

  • College Navigators, Tour Guides

Academic Departments (campus-wide)

  • Office Positions
  • Art Galleries
  • Professors’ Assistants
  • Writing Lab (English Department)

Library

  • Circulation
  • Technical Services
  • Calumet Regional Archives

Marketing

  • Office Positions
  • Various Creative Positions

Math Department

  • Office Positions
  • Tutoring
  • Math Lab

Nursing

  • Office Positions
  • Skills Lab

Physical Services

  • Grounds
  • Building Services

Student Activities

  • RedHawk’s Nest (food pantry)

Student Athletics

  • Coaching Assistant/Team Assistant

Student Retention

  • Office Positions
  • Proctors
  • Tutors
  • New Student Orientation

Student Support Services

  • Office Positions
  • Proctors
  • Tutors

University Information Technology Services

  • Various Areas

Off-campus non-profit organizations

  • Communities Schools of Lake County/East Chicago

*You are welcome to ask other areas on campus if they are hiring.

Interested in graduate school?

Contemplating graduate school, but aren't sure? If you need help determining if/what program is right for you or if you need application assistance, we're here to help!

If you are planning to go to graduate school, here are some resources to help you:

Tests

The Office of Career Services has application bulletins/forms/information guides for the GRE (Graduate Record Examination), GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test), and LSAT (Law School Admissions Test). These can be picked up any time in the Office.

These tests also encourage you to visit the following websites: