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CONTACT US
AU Career Center
202-885-1804
careercenter@american.edu
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20016

SPECIFIC DEPARTMENTS
Off-Campus Employment
Darnise Samuel
Program Manager, Job Location & Development
careercenter@american.edu

On-Campus Employment
Office of Human Resources
theworkline@american.edu

Federal Work Study
Financial Aid Office
financialaid@american.edu

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AU Application Instructions

AU's online application system makes it easy for students to find and apply for part-time jobs. Simply follow these steps or call Human Resources for help at 202-885-2591.

Step 1: Gather Information and Application Materials

  • College degree information
  • History of employment, volunteer, and leadership experiences
  • Work schedule availability
  • Resume, cover letter, and other supporting documents if required.

Step 2: Search for Openings

  • Visit the AU Student Jobs Site.
  • Search for a particular job title or view a list of all open positions.
  • Click on a job title to view position details.
  • Carefully review requirements and only pursue jobs for which you qualify.

Step 3: Apply Online

  • Click "Review & Submit Application" at the bottom of the job posting.
  • Note: first-time applicants must create an account and complete an application. Returning applicants must log in with their e-mail address and password.

Step 4: Stay Connected

  • Stay tuned for an e-mail, confirming receipt of your application.
  • Log into the system at any time to view the status of the position(s) for which you applied.
  • Keep your saved application, including all supporting documents, up-to-date in order to easily apply for future jobs.