FAQ

Where do I apply?

Openings for student staff positions are posted on the student jobs portal.

When do applications open?

Positions are posted in February. Interviews occur in April, and offers are made by the end of April.

What types of student staff positions do you hire for?

Fitness Center West Attendants

• Staff the Fitness Center West reception desk

• Collaborate with Fitness Center West instructors to check in and register students for fitness classes

• Work between 6-19.5 hours per week

Fitness Center West Instructors

• Trained/certified fitness instructors that lead a variety of classes
• Work between 1-6 hours/week

Student Coordinators

• Provide area-specific administrative and programming support in the following positions:
  • Administrative Coordinator
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Workshop Coordinator
  • Programming Coordinator
• Work between 15-19.5 hours/week

Makers: Area 01, The 8 and The MILL

• Staff the reception desks
• Troubleshoot basic machine issues and projects (3D printers, laser cutters and vinyl cutters)
• Work between 6-19.5 hours/week

Maintenance & Area Technicians

• Provide instruction on more complicated machinery (including The 8’s Wood & Metal Shops) and lead workshops
• Repair broken or malfunctioning machines

What type of qualifications or experience are you looking for?

Experience is not required, but we are looking for staff with interest and aspirations in:

• Robotics, machining and 3D printing

• Theater
• Physical fitness instruction
• Design, art, fabrication, jewelry and wood working
• Marketing and event planning
• Customer service and leadership

Do I need to have experience to be employed by Perks & Rec?

You do not need experience to be a student worker with Perks & Rec; however, some positions will require certification or advanced training after hire.

I have another student worker position (e.g., OA, RA, Hall Council Member). Can I still apply?

Yes, you are still eligible to apply to a student staff position with Perks & Rec.

How many positions are available?

Each year, we have about 10-20 openings for student worker positions. There are thousands of applicants for these positions, and we unfortunately cannot hire everyone. However, we are open to volunteers at our Frost Bite location where students can gain work experience in a low-stress environment!

To learn more and volunteer with us, please complete this form and we will follow up with you. If you'd like more information on the volunteer position, see the document here. 

Frost Bite only recruits volunteers at certain times of the year. To stay updated on when we’ll be recruiting again, check Instagram at @uwfrostbite or contact the Frost Bite team at frostbite@uw.edu.