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Federal Work Study Jobs

The Federal College Work Study Program provides jobs for students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses. The program encourages community service work and work related to your course of study whenever possible.

A number of opportunities are available on all of our campuses. Please review the job positions below. If you have any questions about the position, please reach out to the supervisor listed in the job description.

2025-2026 Jobs

Department Danville Campus
Campus Danville
Number of Positions 2
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Ty Howard
Classroom 103
(606) 246-6860

Brief Job Description

The Campus Student Assistant will provide support to the campus in various tasks, including but not limited to, assisting the campus faculty, staff, and students with clerical and classroom support, support for events, visits, and tours, technical support for users of technology, capturing photos and video for the campus, research and data entry, and with recruiting. This position will be located in the faculty office area.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current student in good academic standing
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • Familiarity with technology platforms used by BCTC
  • Excellent attendance record
Department Danville Campus
Campus Danville
Number of Positions 2
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Ty Howard
Academic 103
(859) 246-6860

Brief Job Description

  • Greet visitors, students, staff, and faculty
  • Answer phones-transfer and take messages as appropriate
  • Assist with collecting mail/disperse
  • Assist with dispersing laptop loans (give students a copy of contract)
  • Assist making advising appointments for students (with notes)
  • Make sure office supply stock is not low
  • Assist with coffee station (refill/ make coffee)
  • Keep office space clean/tidy
  • Assist with posting flyers on campus
  • Help instructors with lamination/projects as needed
  • Assist with campus tours 

Preferred Qualifications

Basic computer applications skills, familiar with BCTC internet platforms (Blackboard, Enrollment Application, MyPath, Email), friendly and respectful attitude, good attendance records, maintaining satisfactory academic progress.

Department Global Learning
Campus Newtown
Number of Positions 2
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Ashley McQueary
Classroom Building, Center for Community and Global Engagement, 103G
(859) 246-4616

Brief Job Description

The Global Learning Ambassador supports the Director of International Student Services by helping with translations, student organization meetings, and events hosted by the Global Learning Center. The ISSS Assistant will also help students check in to the center, assist students as they apply for admission and scholarships, and navigate online student services like Blackboard.

Key Duties

  • Assists with welcoming students to the Center for Community & Global Engagement with a special focus on the International Student and Scholar Services Office.
  • In consultation with ISSS Director, the student assistants will direct students to appropriate student support services within BCTC (counseling, tutoring, etc.) or the community (driver’s license, health insurance, SSN) depending on the student’s needs.
  • Assist ISS in planning the Global Learning Festival for the Fall & Spring semesters and special information sessions for international students.
  • Help set up and support Global Learning events and activities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency in computer use and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to organize and multitask to meet deadlines.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Multilingual abilities or experience working with people from different cultures is preferred. 
Department Global Learning
Campus Newtown
Number of Positions 2
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Ashley McQueary
Classroom Building, Center for Community and Global Engagement, 103G
(859) 246-4616

Brief Job Description

The Global Learning Ambassador – Event Specialists (GLA Event Specialists) will assist visitors and students at the BCTC Center for Global and Community Engagement, which serves refugees, immigrants, international, and multilingual students. GLA Event Specialists will focus on event support and promotion. They will also assist in daily operations, such as manning the front desk or assisting in translation services, as needed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create promotional flyers and digital materials for center events, distributing them both physically on campus and on Instagram.
  • Help set up and support Global Learning events and activities.
  • Assist the Global Learning staff to create, schedule, and publish content on the Global Learning Center's Instagram account.
  • Take photographs and videos during events for live posting and subsequently create an Instagram post summarizing the activity.
  • Provide language assistance to assist students with simple application processes, scholarship forms, and access student services. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency in computer use and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to organize and multitask to meet deadlines.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Multilingual abilities or experience working with people from different cultures is preferred.
Department Marketing
Campus Danville
Number of Positions 1
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Matt Wilson
Leestown, Building C, Room 170
matt.wilson@kctcs.edu

Brief Job Description

Let's get things rolling! You'll be the go-to for setting up and facilitating multimedia projects across BCTC campuses, helping us to promote our brand and boost enrollment. It takes a sharp eye for detail and a willingness to hit the road, but we'll be with you every step of the way. The Multimedia Assistant will provide support to the Creative Services Coordinator in various tasks, including, but not limited to, assisting with photography and videography of campus student events and special projects, such as video interviews with the President. This position will be located on the Danville Campus.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with digital photography, studio lighting, videography, social media, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • Willing to learn new tactics and skills.
  • Be able to manage multiple tasks and take the initiative.
  • Be able to work independently and on a team.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Able to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Department Marketing
Campus Georgetown
Number of Positions 1
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Matt Wilson
Leestown, Building C, Room 170
matt.wilson@kctcs.edu

Brief Job Description

Get ready to flood the internet with all things BCTC! As our Social Media Influencer, you'll use your digital prowess to showcase all the amazing stories and campaigns that make BCTC one-of-a-kind. From creating content and editing videos to reaching target audiences across multiple platforms, you'll be our go-to for all things social. The Social Media Influencer will provide support to the Digital Marketing Coordinator in various tasks, including, but not limited to, creating social media content for BCTC’s platforms. This position will be located on the Georgetown Campus.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with digital photography, studio lighting, videography, social media, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • Willing to learn new tactics and skills.
  • Be able to manage multiple tasks and take the initiative.
  • Be able to work independently and on a team.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Able to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Department Marketing
Campus Lawrenceburg
Number of Positions 1
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Matt Wilson
Leestown, Building C, Room 170
matt.wilson@kctcs.edu

Brief Job Description

Let's get things rolling! You'll be the go-to for setting up and facilitating multimedia projects across BCTC campuses, helping us to promote our brand and boost enrollment. It takes a sharp eye for detail and a willingness to hit the road, but we'll be with you every step of the way. The Multimedia Assistant will provide support to the Creative Services Coordinator in various tasks, including, but not limited to, assisting with photography and videography of campus student events and special projects, such as video interviews with the President. This position will be located on the Lawrenceburg Campus.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with digital photography, studio lighting, videography, social media, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • Willing to learn new tactics and skills.
  • Be able to manage multiple tasks and take the initiative.
  • Be able to work independently and on a team.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Able to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Department Marketing
Campus Leestown
Number of Positions 2
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Matt Wilson
Leestown, Building C, Room 170
matt.wilson@kctcs.edu

Brief Job Description

Let's get things rolling! You'll be the go-to for setting up and facilitating multimedia projects across BCTC campuses, helping us to promote our brand and boost enrollment. It takes a sharp eye for detail and a willingness to hit the road, but we'll be with you every step of the way. The Multimedia Assistant will provide support to the Creative Services Coordinator in various tasks, including, but not limited to, assisting with photography and videography of campus student events and special projects, such as video interviews with the President. This position will be located in the Marketing suite on Leestown Campus, Building C-170.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with digital photography, studio lighting, videography, social media, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • Willing to learn new tactics and skills.
  • Be able to manage multiple tasks and take the initiative.
  • Be able to work independently and on a team.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Able to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Able to travel to and from our Lexington campuses for events (Leestown & Newtown).
Department Marketing
Campus Winchester
Number of Positions 1
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Matt Wilson
Leestown, Building C, Room 170
matt.wilson@kctcs.edu

Brief Job Description

Let's get things rolling! You'll be the go-to for setting up and facilitating multimedia projects across BCTC campuses, helping us to promote our brand and boost enrollment. It takes a sharp eye for detail and a willingness to hit the road, but we'll be with you every step of the way. The Multimedia Assistant will provide support to the Creative Services Coordinator in various tasks, including, but not limited to, assisting with photography and videography of campus student events and special projects, such as video interviews with the President. This position will be located on the Winchester Campus.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with digital photography, studio lighting, videography, social media, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • Willing to learn new tactics and skills.
  • Be able to manage multiple tasks and take the initiative.
  • Be able to work independently and on a team.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Able to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Department Student Accessibility Services
Campus Newtown
Number of Positions 1
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Elijah Tevis
Science Education Center 101M
(859) 246-6994

Brief Job Description

Provide general office support to the Student Accessibility Services department on the BCTC Newtown campus. This role is designed for a motivated and detail-oriented student who is seeking to gain valuable experience in a professional office environment. The student worker will support the administrative staff in office operations, customer service and record maintenance. Duties will include:

  • Customer Service (Answering phones, greeting and assisting visitors, directing inquiries)
  • Administrative Support (Filing, printing, copying, and scanning)
  • Maintenance (Organizing and cleaning common spaces in the office)
  • Research (compiling sources, collecting data)
  • Other duties as assigned SAS office is open Monday-Friday from 8:00AM-4:30PM 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study funding as determined by the Financial Aid Office
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Demonstrates dependability, punctuality and attention to detail 
Department Marketing
Campus Danville
Number of Positions 1
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Brianna Evans
Leestown, Building C, Room 170
brianna.evans@kctcs.edu

Brief Job Description

Get ready to flood the internet with all things BCTC! As our Social Media Influencer, you'll use your digital prowess to showcase all the amazing stories and campaigns that make BCTC one-of-a-kind. From creating content and editing videos to reaching target audiences across multiple platforms, you'll be our go-to for all things social. The Social Media Influencer will provide support to the Digital Marketing Coordinator in various tasks, including, but not limited to, creating social media content for BCTC’s platforms. This position will be located on the Danville Campus.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Adhering to all KCTCS and BCTC brand guidance
  • Demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of social media networking platforms
  • Comfortable and enthusiastic about being in front of the camera
  • Staying up to date with the latest trends across all social media networks
  • Enthusiastic and team-oriented attitude
Department Marketing
Campus Lawrenceburg
Number of Positions 1
Academic Semester Fall 2025-2026
Supervisor Brianna Evans
Leestown, Building C, Room 170
brianna.evans@kctcs.edu

Brief Job Description

Get ready to flood the internet with all things BCTC! As our Social Media Influencer, you'll use your digital prowess to showcase all the amazing stories and campaigns that make BCTC one-of-a-kind. From creating content and editing videos to reaching target audiences across multiple platforms, you'll be our go-to for all things social. The Social Media Influencer will provide support to the Digital Marketing Coordinator in various tasks, including, but not limited to, creating social media content for BCTC’s platforms. This position will be located on the Lawrenceburg Campus.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Adhering to all KCTCS and BCTC brand guidance
  • Demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of social media networking platforms
  • Comfortable and enthusiastic about being in front of the camera
  • Staying up to date with the latest trends across all social media networks
  • Enthusiastic and team-oriented attitude

Off-Campus Jobs

Organization Kentucky Fair Housing Council
Campus Off-Campus
Number of Positions 1
Academic Semester Fall 2025
Supervisor Carrie Lewis
207 E Reynolds Rd, Suite 130
(859) 971-8067

Brief Job Description

The intern position is an in-person role, responsible for assisting with client intakes, supporting community outreach and engaging in ongoing professional development. Duties will include accepting and documenting client calls and visits, assisting with complaint preparation, assisting KFHC at outreach events, and attending fair housing training to learn about federal, state, and local laws.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Any student who has an interest in community service, social work, or nonprofit administration with strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism, and experience with typical office software and technology.
  • The desire to build cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations is necessary.
Organization On the Move Art Studio
Campus Off-Campus
Number of Positions 1
Academic Semester Fall 2025
Supervisor Wendi Keene
3070 Lakecrest Circle, Suite 400-121
(859) 420-2751

Brief Job Description

A creative individual who can use digital software to create visual content for various media, including print, digital, and web. This individual would also help maintain the OTMAS website, making it functional, user-friendly, and a visually appealing online experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • This individual should have working knowledge of web design, graphic design, and how to use up to date software (ex. Word Press or Adobe Creative).
  • Should be able to collaborate with OTMAS board and volunteers to create what the organization needs for the website and social media platforms that meet the OTMAS goals.
Organization Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning
Campus Off-Campus
Number of Positions 2
Academic Semester Fall 2025
Supervisor Karen Little
251 W 2nd Street
(859) 254-4175, ext. 221

Brief Job Description

Tasks will vary but include things like: Watching the front desk, answering the phone and taking messages, printing documents and doing minor tech support for instructors, counting/sorting book donations, stocking bookshelves, tidying and light cleaning for Carnegie-run events, processing writing contest submissions, processing course evaluations, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Basic Tech skills such as hooking up a laptop to a screen or launching a zoom meeting.
  • Moderate skill with Google Sheets and/or Excel.
  • Ability to lift stackable chairs.
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time.
  • Comfortable interacting with the general public and working in a public space.
  • Organized and good attention to detail.
  • Business hours are: Monday - Thursday 10am - 7:30pm with occasional events on Friday (usually afternoon/evening) or Saturday (usually between 10am and 2pm).
  • Saturday availability is preferred but not required.