Student Employment Work Study

Job Description

The Admissions and Records Office is looking for a dependable, hardworking, and motivated student to assist with daily office duties. The student will provide customer service, assist with general office tasks, and support Admissions and Records staff with day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate is willing to learn, able to work independently, and comfortable working in a busy office environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Answer phones, respond to general inquiries, and direct students to the appropriate staff member.
• Help students locate Admissions and Records forms and resources.
• Assist with filing, scanning, copying, and organizing documents.
• Assist with data entry and other basic office tasks.
• Sort and distribute paperwork and incoming documents.
• Help keep the office and work areas organized.
• Maintain student confidentiality and follow office procedures.
• Complete other general office duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills

• Punctual, dependable, and responsible.
• Friendly and professional customer service skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new procedures and adapt to changing priorities.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills.
• Previous office or customer service experience is helpful but not required.

Minimum Requirements

• Currently enrolled in at least 6 units at Porterville College.
• Must have a completed FAFSA application.
• Must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study employment.
• Available to work during scheduled hours Monday–Friday; evening or weekend hours may be required.

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

• Develop customer service and professional communication skills.
• Gain office, administrative, and data entry experience.
• Strengthen organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Learn about Admissions and Records processes and confidentiality practices.
• Build professional workplace experience in a college setting.

Steps to Apply

1. Application for Student Employment

2. Completion of the WTE Training and Student Orientation

3. KCCD Background Check Process

Job Description

• Knowledge of cash handling
• Collect entry and vendor fees
• Make and provide receipts
• Track customer entry and counts
• Ability to multi-task and cross train as needed
• Customer service oriented
• Serve as ambassador to customers as needed
• Cash reconciliation
• Clean and maintain workstation & break areas
• Support event safety and rules
• Maintain event grounds

Steps to Apply

1. Application for Student Employment

2. Completion of the WTE Training and Student Orientation

3. KCCD Background Check Process

Job Description

• Support event setup
• Customer service oriented
• Serve as ambassador to customers as needed
• Support event safety and rules
• Ability to multi-task and cross train as needed
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance:
  • Hourly bathroom checks and restocking
  • Hourly bathroom sanitation
  • Trash removal
  • Maintain event grounds
  • Clean and maintain workstation & break areas

Steps to Apply

1. Application for Student Employment

2. Completion of the WTE Training and Student Orientation

3. KCCD Background Check Process

Job Description

The Food Services Student Assistant supports the daily operations of the Porterville College Cafeteria by assisting with food preparation, customer service, and kitchen operations. This position provides students with hands-on experience in a fast-paced food service environment while developing valuable workplace and professional skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate food items.
• Assist with basic kitchen tasks.
• Operate the cash register.
• Provide customer service.
• Wash dishes and clean work areas.
• Stock and organize supplies.
• Assist with food service operations.
• Follow food safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills

• Friendly and positive attitude.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Willing to learn.
• Detail-oriented.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Minimum Requirements

• Enrolled in at least six units at Porterville College.
• Must be available Mon.–Thurs. 9am–2pm.
• Must have a completed FAFSA application.
• Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements.
• Eligible for Federal Work-Study employment.

Physical Requirements

• Light lifting.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Working in a kitchen environment.
• Performing repetitive tasks.
• Following food safety procedures.

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

• Gain food service experience.
• Build customer service skills.
• Learn food safety practices.
• Develop teamwork and communication skills.
• Gain cash handling experience.

Steps to Apply

1. Application for Student Employment

2. Completion of the WTE Training and Student Orientation

3. KCCD Background Check Process

Job Description

Do you enjoy helping others succeed? As a GEAR UP Tutor/Mentor, you'll work with local high school students by providing tutoring, mentoring, and guidance with college and financial aid applications. This is a great opportunity to gain experience if you're interested in education, counseling, social work, or working with youth. Training is provided!

Job Duties

• Tutor high school students in different subjects.
• Help students with homework and studying.
• Assist with college applications and personal statements.
• Help students complete FAFSA and CADAA applications.
• Encourage students to set goals and prepare for college.
• Keep simple records of your work with students.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions.

Preferred Skills/Courses

• Are interested in education, counseling, social work, psychology, child development, or a related field.
• Enjoy working with and helping others.
• Have good communication skills.
• Are dependable, organized, and responsible.
• Can work well with people from different backgrounds.
• Have reliable transportation to local school sites.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.

Learning Objective/Experiences:

• Develop leadership and communication skills.
• Gain experience working with students in schools.
• Learn about college admissions and financial aid.
• Connect with educators and college professionals.
• Prepare for careers in education, counseling, social work, and other helping professions.

To apply, you must:

• Be enrolled in at least 6 units at Porterville College.
• Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards for financial aid.
• Be able to work up to 15 hours per week.
• Be available Monday–Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Steps to Apply

1. Application for Student Employment

2. Completion of the WTE Training and Student Orientation

3. KCCD Background Check Process

Job Description

Want to stay active while earning money? Join the Maintenance & Operations (M&O) team and help keep Porterville College clean, safe, and welcoming. This is a great job for students who enjoy hands-on work and working as part of a team.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, offices, and restrooms.
• Help set up and clean up for campus events.
• Assist custodians with daily cleaning tasks.
• Help keep campus buildings clean and organized.

Preferred Skills/Responsibilities

• Reliable and hardworking.
• Able to work well with a team.
• Positive attitude and willing to learn.
• Able to follow directions and complete tasks.
• Comfortable with physical work, including walking, standing, and light lifting.

Learned Experience/Benefits

• Hands-on work experience.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Strong work habits and responsibility.
• Experience that looks great on a resume.
• An opportunity to help keep our campus looking its best.

To apply, you must:

• Submitted a 2026-2027 FAFSA application
• Be eligible for Federal Pell Grant.
• Be enrolled in at least 6 units.
• Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.
• Be able to work up to 19 hours per week.
• Be able to perform light lifting, stand for extended periods, and walk around campus.

Steps to Apply

1. Application for Student Employment

2. Completion of the WTE Training and Student Orientation

3. KCCD Background Check Process

Job Description

The Student Laboratory Assistant supports the daily operations of the Natural Science laboratories and classrooms. This position helps keep science labs clean, safe, organized, and prepared for classes. Students will gain hands-on experience working in a laboratory environment while learning basic lab procedures and safety practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Wash and organize lab equipment and glassware.
• Clean and organize lab work areas.
• Assist with classroom and lab setup.
• Help maintain laboratory equipment.
• Assist with specimens and cultures as trained.
• Help prepare basic laboratory materials.
• Organize supplies and inventory.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

• Gain hands-on laboratory experience.
• Learn laboratory safety and procedures.
• Develop basic lab techniques.
• Build organization and teamwork skills.
• Explore different areas of science.
• Gain professional workplace experience.

Preferred Skills

• Interest in science.
• Reliable and responsible.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Willing to learn.
• Able to follow directions.
• Comfortable working independently and with others.

Minimum Requirements

• Enrolled in at least 6 units at Porterville College.
• Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements.
• Completed a FAFSA application.
• Have remaining financial need (after other aid is factored in) that's greater than the Federal Work-Study award amount, as determined by the Financial Aid Office.

Physical Requirements

• Light lifting.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Cleaning and repetitive tasks.
• Working around laboratory materials.
• Exposure to odors, chemicals, and biological specimens.

Steps to Apply

1. Application for Student Employment

2. Completion of the WTE Training and Student Orientation

3. KCCD Background Check Process