On the Job

Taking a job is more than just a way to earn extra income—it’s an opportunity to build valuable skills and prepare for life beyond the classroom. As a member of a team that relies on you, you are expected to:

• Establish a work schedule that does not interfere with your class schedule.
• Notify your supervisor in advance of any changes to your work schedule or other commitments that will affect work availability.
  • Give at least 24-hour advance notice when unable to work a scheduled shift.
• Take the job seriously and perform at the highest level of your ability.
• Treat your supervisor and fellow employees with respect.
• Dress appropriately for the job location — some work sites have dress codes.
  • Practice good personal hygiene. Be sure to shower or bathe regularly, use deodorant, brush teeth, etc.
• Report to work on time. Notify your supervisor in advance of any possible delays.
• Not conduct personal business on the job.
• Refrain from using cell phones and personal laptops or tablets while on the job.
• Take an unpaid half-hour break if working more than six consecutive hours.
• Hourly Paid students only: Accurately report the hours you work. Falsifying your timesheet is a federal offense. Follow the Timesheet Submission Instructions.
• Complete an evaluation on your work experience.

If you work on a Boston University campus:

• Comply with the Boston University Policy on Computing Ethics when using the University’s computing facilities.
• Maintain confidentiality under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. All students working on campus must sign a confidentiality agreement stored with the department of hire. Students may be asked to sign this form with separate departments of work.

Additionally, if you are a Work-Study student:

• Monitor your Work-Study award balance in MyBU WorksWork-Study Award Information, Employee Time Entry, or View Salary Statement.
• Notify your supervisor of any changes in your Work-Study award.

Additionally, if you work in an off-campus Work-Study position:

• Submit timesheets weekly following Payroll Procedures provided to yourself and your agency.
• Report any workplace accidents or injuries to your supervisor, agency, and Student Employment immediately.

 When you complete a task, don’t assume there’s nothing else to do. Take the initiative and ask.

Supervisor Responsibilities

Various supervisor responsibilities are outlined to clarify what student employees can expect from their supervisors.

• Work Schedule
• Leaving/Being Terminated From Your On-Campus Job

Policies, Acts, and Procedures

• Student Work Hours Policy
• Reasonable Accommodations Policy
• Family Education Rights and Privacy Act
• Massachusetts Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
• Student Employee Accident Procedure
• Massachusetts PFML Rights Notice for Graduate Students
• Massachusetts PFML Rights Notice for Undergraduate Students