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Career Development
The 办公室 of Career Development offers programs 和 services that support students who are initiating 和 implementing their career plans. Working within an ethical framework reflecting Catholic 和 Franciscan values, the office is dedicated to supporting students’ employability, reinforcing their social responsibility 和 commitment to serving others, creating opportunities to strengthen employer connections, 和 exploring post-degree education 和 employment 选项.
Madonna University is partnered with 握手, a premier career management 和 job 搜索 platform used by over 14 million students 和 alumni from more than 700 universities!
Current students, activate your 账户 to:
For student 事件 offered on-campus 通过 the Career Development 办公室, check the Presence app 和 握手!
Does your student group or organization want a personalized workshop on a Career Development 主题? Reach out today at careerdevelopment@vapitz.com!
校友, be sure to utilize the 握手 platform to support your job 搜索 needs after graduation! If you are recruiting or hiring for your company, don't forget to select the "校友" option within your company 配置文件.
雇主, create your company 配置文件 on 握手 to:
Post part-time, full-time, or internship positions for Madonna University current students 和 校友. If you've graduated from Madonna yourself, don't forget to select the "校友" option within your company 配置文件.
Use the "消息传递" feature to connect with potential c和idates.
问题? 联系 careerdevelopment@vapitz.com
Career Development staff members at Madonna University help students utilize their academic degrees for rewarding careers. Internships provide great career preparation experiences 和 they are mutually beneficial to students 和 employers. 我们邀请 you to offer Madonna students the opportunity to use their career-ready competencies to help your business. Internships typically last 15 weeks during Fall (Sept. 通过 12月.) 和 Winter (Jan. 通过 April) semesters, 和 12 weeks during Summer semester (May-mid August). Students are required to obtain a certain amount of 小时 if taking an internship for credit. For more information, please contact 734-432-5665 or careerdevelopment@vapitz.com.
We are excited to connect you with students who can help your organization while they gain practical experience. Collaborating with Madonna University offers other advantages:
*May not be required for all internships.
Student interns are typically paid an hourly rate for duties they perform, which helps offset their expenses. Madonna University follows the criteria established by the U.S. Department of Labor for unpaid internships. Nonprofit organizations should reference the specific Department of Labor law policies for unpaid internships.
What is Federal Work Study (FWS)?
Federal Work-Study (FWS) programs provide valuable financial assistance to students by allowing them to work part-time while pursuing their academic goals. This initiative not only helps alleviate the cost of education but also offers practical work experience that can be beneficial for future career opportunities. On campus, students can find a range of job 选项 通过 FWS, from administrative roles to positions within academic departments, which can fit around their class schedules 和 support their professional development.
In addition to on-campus employment, the FWS program often includes opportunities for community service. Engaging in community service not only enriches the student's educational experience but also strengthens connections with the local community. These roles can vary from tutoring 和 mentoring youth to working with local nonprofits 和 advocacy organizations.
Overall, the combination of federal work-study jobs 和 community service opportunities enhances students' academic journey by providing financial support, work experience, 和 a chance to contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Am I eligible for FWS?
Students can contact Financial Aid at finaid@vapitz.com or Career Development at careerdevelopment@vapitz.com to inquire about their FWS eligibility.
I'm FWS eligible! 现在?
Students who are FWS eligible should apply for on-campus jobs 通过 握手! Most positions are posted in the month of August.
Please note that being FWS eligible does not guarantee that you will be offered a position on campus.
If students earn the amount of FWS funds they are eligible for per semester, does that mean they have to stop working on-campus?
Not necessarily. Their supervisor will determine how many 小时 they’re allotted to work in their role each week, which will have been cleared 通过 the university 预算. Supervisors can contact careerdevelopment@vapitz.com with questions.
Can students have more than one on-campus job?
是的, but the maximum 小时 per week students can work on-campus collectively is 20
小时.
Can students change job positions during the academic year?
是的. First, students must speak with their supervisor regarding their situation. If students choose to leave their employment, students must inform their supervisor 和 the Career Development office.
Can international students work on-campus?
International students may work on campus but must apply for a U.S. social security number once they have applied for 和 obtained an on-campus job 通过 握手. Instructions on how to apply for a U.S. social security number can be reviewed on My门户网站 or the 握手 Career Center.
What documents do students need to complete before they can work?
All students must complete state 和 federal tax withholding forms. In addition, students must complete a USCIS Form I-9. This document is the Department of Homel和 Security’s Employment Eligibility Verification. This form must be filled out in-person with a staff member in the department of Career Development. Along with the Form I-9, students must present original, unexpired, authentic documents to verify both the student’s identity 和 employment eligibility.
How do students obtain their 薪水?
Students receive their first payment, a paper check, from Student Financial Services in room 2005. Students are required to establish Direct-Deposit 通过 our payroll system, UKG, so that payment for their work is deposited directly into a bank 账户.
Who do students talk to if they have a discrepancy or any questions concerning their 薪水?
Students may contact Amy Gerhart in Payroll by email at ajgerhart@madonna.Edu或by phone at (734) 432-5384.
Who do students talk to if they have a discrepancy or any questions concerning their 小时 worked or their time-sheets?
Students will contact their direct supervisor by email or phone if they have a discrepancy or questions concerning their time-sheets.