How to Get a Job
You need a job that understands you’re a student first, supports your personal finances, and prepares you for the future. You can find that job on campus.
PCO is DU’s job and internship board for students and it’s a one stop shop for students career needs. Students will find student employment positions, internships, & full-time opportunities on the site. You can also make appointments with career advisors and register for career & professional development events.
● How to Find Student Employment Positions on PCO (video)
● Search for Positions in PCO (blog)
Please note all resumes submitted through PCO will go through an automatic review process by the Career & Professional Development staff. While this may take extra time for you if revisions are needed, it’s to support you in submitting the most competitive application possible. A quality resume will help you now and in the future.
Please allow at least 3 days before the application deadline for this step. You will not be able to submit your full application until the resume has been reviewed and approved. Due to the expected volume of applications, do not wait until right before the deadline to apply as your resume could be delayed in the review process.
To be proactive, consider comparing your current resume to resume samples on our website. Make changes prior to submission. This will increase the likelihood your resume can be approved without going through major edits, allowing you to apply to student employment positions quickly. Reach out to Student Employment with any questions at stuemp@edu.
● Student Checklist for On-Campus Employment (blog)
● Resume Basics and Sample Student Resume (PDF)
● First-Year Sample Resume (PDF)
● Uploading Resumes and Applying on PCO (video)
● How to Upload Your Resume to PCO (blog)
Timecards and direct deposit are managed by University Financial Services. There are resources on their website to help you navigate setting up direct deposit, updating your W-4, and logging time worked into PioneerTime. Reach out to ContactUFS@du.edu with any questions.
I-9 processing along with employment verification, employee records, and other administrative processes for employees are managed by the Employment Services in HRIC. For questions regarding these items you can contact employmentservices@du.edu.
“I truly believe that I got my first full-time job after graduating from undergrad because of the various student employment jobs I worked. These helped hone my interpersonal skills, become more dependable, and present professionally. More importantly, I was very lucky to have champions within these positions who made sure I connected and networked with other departments across campus, or met with folks who could help with my future career.”
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