W&M and VIMS Employment

Employment

Current W&M students in valid F-1 and J-1 status with an I-20 or DS-2019 issued by 91��Ƭ�� are eligible to work for 91��Ƭ�� or VIMS within certain limits.

F-1 Students - On campus employment is incidental to status; no work authorization is necessary
J-1 Degree-Seeking Students - Work authorization is required prior to working on campus
- Obtain a job offer to work at W&M or VIMS
- Submit a J-1 On-Campus Employment Authorization application in iStart at least 2 weeks before your job start date.
J-1 Non-Degree Seeking Students (e.g. exchange) - Not eligible for on-campus employment per 91��Ƭ�� policy

When you're hired as an international student for a W&M or VIMS job, there are special steps you need to follow to get paid. See our international employment resource.

Qualifying Employment

Positions with employers contracted through W&M or VIMS (e.g. Teach for America) do not qualify as on-campus employment, even if some or all of the work would take place on the W&M or VIMS campus.

In general, if the paycheck comes from W&M or VIMS, the employment qualifies. If the paycheck does not come from W&M or VIMS, contact ISSP to ask first.

The following is a non-exhaustive list of work that qualifies as on-campus employment:

Working for W&M or VIMS academic departments and offices
Graduate assistantships
Campus service providers contracted through W&M or VIMS, such as those found in the W&M food courts, bookstore, and other Auxiliary Services
Some W&M and VIMS partners
Some research organizations with which W&M and VIMS have special research agreements (such as Jefferson Lab)

On-Campus Employment Limitations

Federal regulations allow F-1 and J-1 students to work up to an aggregate total of 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. This means that even if you hold multiple on-campus jobs, all work combined must not exceed 20 hours per week. During university breaks, F-1 and J-1 students may work for W&M full-time (more than 20 hours a week). All students must also follow all university policies regarding on-campus employment.

Finding On-Campus Employment

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is 91��Ƭ��’s main job and internship platform available through the Office of Career Development & Professional Engagement. Log into your TribeCareers account using your W&M Username and password.

Many on-campus employers hire students a semester prior to starting work (such as in spring to start in the fall), so apply early. Some jobs are not listed online, so it may be helpful to contact the office or department directly to inquire about employment opportunities.

The following is a list of offices and departments on campus that frequently hire student employees:

Academic Departments
Auxiliary Services (W&M Bookstore, Dining Services, Child Care Center, Conference Services, Parking & Transportation, etc).
Student Unions and Engagement
Campus Recreation
Residence Life: Residence Life hires very early, so plan ahead!
Tribe TutorZone
Writing Resources Center

Visit the Office of Career Development & Professional Engagement or your graduate school's career services office to take advantage of the many services available to W&M students, including career guidance, skill-building, workshops, online tools, interview practice, networking opportunities, and so much more. These offices can also help you update your resume, cover letter, and other documents to a U.S. format.

If you're worried about your spoken English, it may be helpful to explore ESL Campus Resources. These resources can help you feel more comfortable as you apply for jobs. However, it is generally not advised to list "practicing English" as a reason that you are applying for a W&M or VIMS job.

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