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Summer Employment Program

Frequently Asked Questions

 

As a student worker for Franklin Pierce University during the summer months, you may have one or two questions. If you have a question that does not appear on this list, please contact the Human Resources department on ext. 4075 or click here to send an email to us.

How do I get into the summer housing program?

How do I find a job?

What paperwork do I need to fill out?

How many hours can I work?

What is the Summer Employment period?

Can I have more than one job?

Do I have to start on May 16 or can I start my summer job later?

Can I be fired?

If I get fired, what happens?

Where will I live over summer?

Meal Plans?

Do I have to take summer classes?

What if I lose my job?

Is the summer housing program free?

What is imputed income?

How do I get into the summer housing program?

To qualify for the summer housing program, you must be either working on campus or be enrolled in summer session classes. To be eligible for the program, you must be enrolled as a student for Fall 2021. If you have graduated in May and have not yet started your graduate studies you are eligible for the summer employment program through August 14, 2021.

To apply for the program, you will need to apply on-line for the position that interests you and complete the summer employment questionnaire. Please review the Summer Program Guidelines and the Summer Housing Contract. If you have already spoken to your supervisor regarding a job for the summer you will still need to complete the application on-line. 

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How do I find a job?

Human Resources will post any jobs that are available on the Job Opportunities web page. If there is a position that interests you apply on-line. If you are working in Spring, speak with your supervisor regarding any summer employment opportunities. 

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What paperwork do I need to fill out?

For all forms, check with Human Resources to make sure that all your paperwork is completed.

·         Summer Housing Contract

·         MVR Permission Letter (if driving for the University)

·         Criminal Background Check (if working with minors)

If not currently working on campus

·         Student New Hire Information

·         I-9 Form

·         W4 Form

·         Direct Deposit

How many hours can I work?

You can work up to 40 hours per week but no more than 400 hours over the summer period. You cannot work overtime.

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What is the Summer Employment period?

The summer employment time starts on May 16 and ends on August 14.

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Can I have more than one job?

Yes, you can have up to two jobs over the summer period. Remember that you cannot work more than 40 hours collectively for any one or two positions.

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Do I have to start on May 16 or can I start my summer job later?

You can start your position in summer at a time that is convenient for both you and your supervisor. You will not, however, be able to live on campus until you have a position or are enrolled in class.

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Can I be fired?

Yes, you can. If you do not perform the duties that are set out in the position description, if you do not show up for work, if you come to work unprepared to work (e.g., hung-over), or are excessively tardy/leave early, then you can be terminated.

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If I get fired, what happens?

If you are fired, you must pack up your belongings and vacate the room in the Residence Hall within forty-eight (48) hours.  You will not be eligible to return to campus until classes begin in the fall. If you find alternative employment, you will be able to continue living on campus. Please contact Human Resources immediately if this happens to you.

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Where will I live over summer?

All summer student workers will be housed in a four-person apartment with a full kitchen. If you have roommate requests, please note that on the Summer Housing Contract form. 

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Meal Plans?

There are no meal plans available during the summer period. You may wish to eat at the pub/cafeteria when they are open but you will need to pay cash at the time. 

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Do I have to take summer classes?

No, you do not have to be enrolled in any summer classes to work and live on campus. It is important to note that all student workers will be charged FICA in each pay period. For more information about FICA, please visit www.irs.gov.

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What if I lose my job?

Summer housing is only for summer student workers and/or students enrolled in class. If you lose your job during the summer, you will need to speak to Human Resources immediately, who will work with you to search for alternative employment on campus.  If you are not taking classes, you will have up to 48 hours to find other employment or you will need to leave the premises until Fall.

 

If you are enrolled in classes and lose your job, you will be charged on a pro-rated basis the remainder of your stay on campus.

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Is the summer housing program free?

No, summer housing is not a scholarship or free. You will not be charged for your stay on campus if you are working a minimum of 20 hours per week for 10 weeks.  The value of the housing will be added to your W2 at the end of the year. This is called imputed income. For questions regarding the taxes on inputed income please contact the Payroll Department. For questions regarding the value of the housing please contact the Student Financial Services Department.

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What is imputed income?

Imputed income refers to the value of something received that is shown on the W2 for the value, but not paid for by the recipient. For more information regarding Imputed Income and W2, please visit www.irs.gov

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