Career Development Services
t: 239-590-7946 e: [email protected] w: http://studentservices.fgcu.edu/careers
Frequently Asked Questions about Campus Employment
Q. Where are on-campus jobs posted?
A. FGCU Career Development Services provides the use of a job listing website called Eagle Career Link. This system
allows student to access postings 24/7 from any computer. Jobs are not kept in a binder in the Career Center.
Q. How do students apply for on-campus jobs?
A. 1. To access the site, go to https://fgcu-csm.symplicity.com/ and select “Students/Alumni.” If this is your first time
logging in, enter your email and click “Forgot Password”. A link to set your password will be emailed. All FGCU
students have an Eagle Career Link account created.
2. Once you have logged in, from your homepage, select “Opportunities – Jobs, Internships, Co-Ops, Service,
Research” in the left-hand panel.
3. In the search criteria bar enter “FGCU” or “Florida Gulf Coast University”.
4. Click on the job for more information about the qualifications and application process.
FGCU Career Services or Financial Aid does not “place” students into campus jobs. It is the responsibility of the
student to identify the position he/she is interested in and apply directly to that department.
In most cases, students will be asked to apply by submitting a resume. Sample resumes are available in the Career
Center (first floor, Cohen Center) and on the Career Development Services website.
Q. What is “work study?”
A. The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program provides part-time jobs for undergraduates and graduate students with
financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses. Students must complete the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year by the priority deadline date of March 1st in order to
determine eligibility for the program. The rate of pay is at least the current federal minimum wage but can be higher
depending on the type of work the student performs and the skills required. Student must be enrolled at least halftime in a degree-seeking program and must be meeting satisfactory academic progress to be eligible for the
program.
Q. How does a student know if he/she has “work study” eligibility?
A. Student must have an official, completed FAFSA in order to determine Federal Work Study eligibility. Students will
need to visit the FGCU Financial Aid homepage, click on “Work Study” and submit a request to determine eligibility.
The Financial Aid office will reply with eligibility information. A student that has confirmed FWS eligibility may then
pursue a FWS position. Confirmation of FWS eligibility does not guarantee a FWS position.
Q. Are students guaranteed a job on campus?
A. No. While the University does hire hundreds of students each year, at any given time there may be more students
looking for jobs than there are openings. Even students with FWS eligibility are not guaranteed an FWS position.
Students unable to find campus employment may want to also consider pursuing opportunities at many of the
businesses near the campus. Students can also enhance their marketability to prospective campus departments by
having a well-written resume, effective interviewing skills, and professional-looking attire to wear to the interview.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR BOTH ON AND OFF CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT CAN
BE FOUND ON THIS OTHER SIDE OF THIS DOCUMENT
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
In addition to our main on campus job website, Eagle Career Link (see separate guide for registration details), the
following areas typically hire numerous student employees. Jobs are posted on an “as needed basis”. Because many
students are interested in working on campus, posted jobs are typically filled quickly so it is important to check various
resources on a regular basis.
Eagle Jobs
https://jobs.fgcu.edu/
Some on campus employers will also post student employment opportunities through the FGCU Human Resources job
posting system, Eagle Jobs. To find student jobs on this site, select “Adjunct, Student, Temporary Positions”. Create an
account to begin applying. Contact FGUC Human Resources for any questions, 239-590-1400.
Chartwells Higher Education/FGCU Campus Dining
http://www.compassgroupcareers.com
There are numerous food service outlets throughout campus which are all managed by Chartwells Higher Education. To
view available positions, go to the link above. For results specific to FGCU Campus Dining, click on "hourly positions,”
scroll to the bottom and search by location (Fort Myers). Type in “Fort Myers” into the filter and hit enter. If you have
questions about a position, contact Fito Louis, Controller, at [email protected].
Campus Recreation
http://www.fgcu.edu/CampusRec/employment.html
Campus Recreation is one of the largest employers of students on campus. Positions include lifeguards, intramural sports
officials, marketing staff, fitness center customer service and operation crew, personal trainers, and fitness instructors.
Visit the link above to learn about current opportunities and submit an online application.
PLEASE REMEMBER While the University does hire hundreds of students each year, at any given time there may
be more students looking for jobs than there are openings. Students unable to find campus employment may
want to also consider pursuing opportunities in the many businesses near the campus. Students can also
enhance their marketability to prospective campus departments by having a well-written resume, effective
interviewing skills, and professional-looking attire to wear to the interview.
RESOURCES FOR OFF-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
The majority of employers close to the FGCU campus are in the retail, restaurant, and hotel industries. Employers in these
fields are usually open in the evenings and over weekends, often enabling them to work around students’ class schedules.
Here is a list of some of the nearby shopping centers and larger employers.
The Gulf Coast Town Center Mall
http://www.gulfcoasttowncenter.com/shop/gulf.nsf/job
Located ½ mile north of FGCU on Ben Hill Griffin Parkway. Over 100 employers, including retail (Best Buy, Super Target,
Borders) restaurants (Outback, PF Chang’s, Bar Louie), movie theater, banks, and numerous hotels nearby.
The Coconut Point Mall
http://careers.simon.com/openjobs.aspx?Keyword=&city=Estero&state=FL&display=retailer
Located on U.S. 41, a few miles south of Corkscrew Road (about fifteen minutes from FGCU.) Over 100 employers,
including retail (Sports Authority, Dillard’s, Barnes & Noble), restaurants (TGIFridays, California Pizza Kitchen, Blue Water
Bistro), movie theater, banks, and the Hyatt Place Hotel.
Miromar Outlets
http://www.miromaroutlets.com/category/careers/
Located on the corner of Ben Hill Griffin Parkway and Corkscrew Rd, two miles south of FGCU.