Work-Study Employers
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PHEAA applauds your interest in providing real-life work experience to students pursuing higher education. Pennsylvania employers can employ Pennsylvania residents enrolled in a PHEAA-approved postsecondary institution through two work-study programs:
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State Work-Study Program—Available for both nonprofit and for-profit organizations and businesses
Read the Details (PDF)
Program Changes, Important Dates, and Important Information (PDF)
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Community Service Program—Helps Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations employ Pennsylvania students in positions that benefit the community
Read the Details (PDF)
Program Changes, Important Dates, and Important Information (PDF)
New Employers: How to Apply
If you would like to participate in the State Work-Study Program or the Community Service Program as an employer, we offer two ways to apply:
Apply Online
Use our convenient online tool to apply to either the State Work-Study Program or the Community Service Program. Select the program and application most appropriate for your business.
Apply by Mail
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Before completing the application:
- Read the application instructions (PDF).
- Find the exact code for your business from the job code key (PDF).
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Return your completed application:
By U.S. Mail
PHEAA
PA State Grant and Special Programs
State Work-Study Programs
P.O. Box 8157
Harrisburg, PA 17105-8175By Fax
(717) 720-3786
Supporting Content
Contact Us
toll free
1-800-443-0646, Option 3, Option 2by teletype
1-800-654-5988 (TTY)by phone
(717) 720-3786by email
matchingfunds@pheaa.org
Hours of Operations
Monday to Friday
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ET)
Are You A Student?
If you are a student who is interested in work-study employment, find out how you can participate.
Program Materials
- PHEAA Work-Study Programs Employer Application (PDF)
- Guide to the Pennsylvania State Work-Study Program (PDF)
- Automated Clearing House (ACH) Authorization Agreement (PDF)
