Student Employment & Growth Opportunities

Student employees (also known as Student Staff) play a vital role in the success of UIS Student Affairs. We view student employment as more than just a job鈥攊t鈥檚 a valuable opportunity for professional and personal growth.

Explore student employment opportunities on Career Connect!

Resources for Current Student Employees!

Student Employee Performance Assessment Form (pdf)

Student Employees of the Month Highlight

  • Karizma Alvarado holding her award standing next to Dr. Jamarco Clark
    Karizma Alvarado (September 2025)
    Student Social Media Content Creator 
  • Paty Ortega holding her award next to Dr. Jamarco Clark
    Paty Ortega (May 2025)
    Ticket Seller
  • Kailynn Jackson-Green holding her award with Dr. Clark
    Kailynn Jackson-Green (April 2025)
    Star Guide
  • Ashley Martinez Alvarez with coworkers
    Ashley Martinez Alvarez (March 2025)
    Student Life Student Employee
  • Trace Boyd holding his award
    Trace Boyd (February 2025)
    Ticket Seller
  • McKenna Ghagan holding up her award with Dr. Clark
    McKenna Gahagan (January 2025)
    Intramural Supervisor 
  • Lucas Harris holding his award
    Lucas Harris (December 2024)
    Student Union Senior Lead
  • Brooke Biffar holding up her award
    Brooke Biffar (November 2024)
    Childcare Assistant 
  • Carl Burts holding up his award
    Carl Burts (October 2024)
    Student Project Organizer

Careers in Student Affairs

Interested in a career in Student Affairs? Explore leadership opportunities, workshops, conferences, and mentoring programs designed to help you build the skills and experience needed for success!

Leadership Opportunities, Conferences, & Mentoring Programs

Become a Star Guide for Orientation

Necessary Steps Mentoring Program

Student Organization

Volunteer and Civic Engagement

Helpful Resources