Being a college student and finding a job in certain study fields is a challenge. At Gulf Coast State College, students can apply to the career field they are studying for in order to get experience. The college offers a federal work-study, Florida work experience program, and student – employment programs.

Work-Study Offers:

Federal Work-Study Program (FWS)

• Need-based and federally funded employment program
• Letting students earn money
• Can be on-campus or off-campus
• Can help with educational finances

Florida Work Experience Program (FWEP)

• Need-based
• State-funded employment program
• For eligible Florida Students
• Complement and reinforce educational and career goals

Student Assistant (SA)

• Non – Need-Based
• Funded by institution
• Provides on-campus opportunities
• For a student who works toward their academic goals
• Helps gain needed work experience
• Provides flexible schedule

Each offer has its advantage in regards to student employment at Gulf Coast State College. Positions are offered for students who are motivated to move forward with their career path.

Internships

There aren’t just student employment applications. There are internships as well. Internships are individuals, specifically college students, working in an organization (outside of GCSC) to gain work experience with or without pay. 

They provide real-world experience from what is learned and is being put into action. Internships are not mandatory, but it is good to have the perspective needed for future jobs. 

To Apply

Becoming familiar with the workspace helps students know what they want to do for their career goals. A work-study or internship is as close as a real-world job while being in college.

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