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What is work Study? Work study is a federally funded program that gives eligible MSU students the opportunity to earn money through part-time jobs. All jobs on campus are considered work study but not all jobs require you to be work study eligible. To learn more about work study click here. How do I know if I am work study eligible? Contact the Financial Aid Office. 

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Looking for opportunities in undergraduate research?

Montana State University has a wealth of opportunities in research for our undergraduate students. If you are wanting to learn more about these opportunities and the steps to take, visit the Undergraduate Roadmap to Research page to get started!

 

Undergraduate  Research Assistant in Stream Ecology

This position supports graduate student research in The Cross Lab at Montana State University, as part of a collaborative effort to understand the ecological response of environmental change on freshwater ecosystems.
 

Duration: Academic Year 2025-2026 (September- May), with potential to extend based on performance & funding.

Hours: 15-20 hours a week

Pay: $15.93/Hour 

Apply by September 5, 2025

 

Key Responsibilities:

We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented undergraduates to assist with processing aquatic invertebrate samples in a laboratory setting. Primary tasks include:

· Sorting and picking aquatic invertebrates from stream samples using a microscope

· Maintaining accurate records of processed samples

· Ensuring quality and consistency in data collection

· Working independently and following established lab protocols

 

Preferred Qualifications:

· Current undergraduate student at MSU

· Interest in ecology, environmental science, natural resources, or related fields

· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

· Strong communication skills and professionalism

· Self-motivated and comfortable working independently

· No prior lab experience required—training will be provided

 

How to Apply: Email Allison Sutcliffe at allison.sutcliffe@montana.edu with the subject line: “Research Assistant Application”. Please include the following:

· Cover letter (1 page or less): Introduce yourself, describe your academic background, and explain why you’re interested in this position.

· Resume or curriculum vitae

· Contact information for 3 references (name, email, phone)

· Unofficial university transcript

Have any questions? Please email Allison Sutcliffe.

 

Department Assistant - Earth Sciences Department

The Earth Sciences student Department Assistant supports reception, web site and communications functions, and non-sensitive administrative tasks under the supervision of the Business Operations Manager. We seek an assistant available for 8-12 hours/week in 2 or more shifts during business hours (M-F, 8am-5pm), to be arranged around class schedules. Pay: $16 an hour.

Interested? Send resume to julia.haggerty@montana.edu 

 

Events Associate - ChampChange 

Seeking a work-study student who has good communication skills, is organized, and likes to be creative to help with MSU'sChampChangeEngagement Program! The main responsibilities will be helping brainstorm incentive event projects, help purchase and organize items and prizes, help prep and implement the events, receive and store packages/prizes, help communicate, record data, and wrap-up events.Approximately 5 hours/week of work, however we're flexible with working less or more hours per week depending on the student's and theChampChangeProgram's needs. 

Interested? Send Resume to c.sommersaustin@montana.edu 

 

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