Land your on-campus job before arriving in Corvallis.

Register today for our Jump Start employment program.

The Jump Start employment program at OSU is aimed at helping international students like you earn an on-campus job before you leave your home country. Students enrolled in Jump Start will receive support from our staff during every step of the hiring process, resulting in a higher success rate.

As an international student, you are eligible to work up to 20 hours per week on-campus while taking classes and 40 hours per week during vacation periods.

Start here and you are already one step ahead!

What are the benefits of working on campus?

Reduce your cost of attendance with on-campus employment: earn $15+ per hour, with an annual earning potential of $20,000+
Strengthen your interviewing and résumé skills
Gain professional work experience that will help you prepare for your career after graduation
Build a network of coworkers and supervisors who can act as professional references
Work within walking distance of on-campus housing options and near your classes
If you successfully obtain an on-campus job, it may be used as part of your proof of funding through the OSU admissions process