Community Service Federal Work-Study Jobs
Saint Louis University Community Service Federal Work-Study Program allows students to earn $17.50 per hour working at a local nonprofit agency. SLU students can gain valuable experience while making a difference.
Current Community Service FWS Positions
Community Service Federal Work-Study (FWS) jobs available for the 2026-2027 academic year are listed below by site. Each site has a short description of its mission. Click on the job listing for a preview, then follow the links to log in and apply via Handshake, SLU's job database. All jobs listed pay $17.50 per hour.
Students must be FWS-eligible. In addition to securing a job, students must enroll in the program by sending a screenshot of their FWS Award Overview for 2026-2027 to Bobby Wassel at bobby.wassel@slu.edu.
All Community Service FWS positions also allow students to earn their Reflection in Action (CORE 4500) credit for the University Core Curriculum.
*Indicates a job does not require transportation from campus. All Grand Center positions are within safe walking distance to campus.
Behind It All Foundation
Nonprofit that empowers young girls and women, their peers, and families to strengthen their mental health and elevate their quality of life.
Black Girls Do STEM
Nonprofit that works create a cradle-to-career pathway to strengthen and diversify the pipeline of skilled workers entering today’s dynamic labor market.
Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School
Provide an exceptional Catholic educational experience to youth that instills attitudes of success and self-worth through faith development, academic excellence and leadership.
Casa de Salud
Nonprofit health clinic that provides care and education to immigrants and refugees living in the St. Louis region.
Grand Center - Big Brothers Big Sisters
Nonprofit that connects volunteers ("Bigs) with youth ("Littles") to form a mentoring relationship.
Grand Center - Circus Flora
Nonprofit circus in Grand Center featuring live performances for adults and kids alike.
Grand Center - Crime Victim Center
Nonprofit organization that provides free support, resources and advocacy services.
Grand Center - HEAL Center for the Arts
Empowers youth through high-quality music and arts education, building confidence, creativity and leadership.
Grand Center - Hope Creates
Nonprofit that empowers youth and adults in recovery from, or at risk of, substance use disorder to stay sober by engaging in the expressive arts.
Grand Center - Intercultural Music Initiative
Nonprofit that enhances performing arts programming through cultural diversity.
Grand Center - Jazz St. Louis
The foremost jazz presenter in the St. Louis region, dedicated to preserving the legacy of the musical genre.
Grand Center - St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
St. Louis' premier symphony orchestra, offering a multitude of events and performances in the heart of Grand Center.
Grand Center - The Pulitzer Arts Foundation
Free museum dedicated to bringing world-class art and exhibitions to the St. Louis region.
Grand Center - The Sheldon
Concert hall and art gallery located in the Grand Center Arts District.
Immigrant Service Provider Network
Nonprofit that provides networking opportunities for all professionals and community organizations working with foreign-born individuals and their families.
Literacy and Hope
Provides free individual reading intervention services to families for children in grades K-4 in after-school programs in under-resourced schools.
Midtown Community Services
Midtown strives to break down barriers created by poverty, isolation and prejudice through four key community-centered programs.
Mission St. Louis - Beyond School
Beyond School prepares youth to enter high school with the academic foundation, self-awareness, and durable life skills needed to be successful in high school and beyond.
Rosati Kain High School
Catholic school near campus that cultivates the individuality, faith, talents, and aspirations of diverse young women.
Step-Up Tutoring
National network of tutors to provide free, one-on-one online tutoring and mentorship to 2nd–6th grade students from across the country.
Unleashing Potential
Works to close the opportunity gap for children and youth by building on their strengths through educational and empowering experiences.
Urban Harvest STL
Nonprofit organization that develops and maintains community gardens throughout St. Louis to bring fresh produce to food-desert areas.
- Communications and Events Assistant*
- Farming Assistant for Grandel Center for Urban Agriculture*
- Farming Assistant for Little Sprouts Farm
- Farming Assistant for Midtown Farms*
*Indicates a job does not require transportation from campus. All Grand Center positions are within safe walking distance to campus.

















