Student community service opportunities

Federal Work-Study Off-Campus Community Service jobs are a great way to network with the larger Columbus community, and apply what you're learning in the classroom to real life situations.

These are jobs funded solely by the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program with approved non-profit and government agencies.  Work-study eligible students holding these positions are considered Ohio State employees through the Office of Student Financial Aid, however the worksite is with the agency.  

Hiring now for the 2026-27 academic year

Click the Workday job post link to learn more about each position. To apply, follow the application instructions on the job post.

Columbus Metropolitan Library

The Ohio Department of Agriculture

The Roosevelt Coffeehouse/Redeeming Injustice

Confirmed 2026-2027

Check back often for jobs with these confirmed employers!


Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio

The Neighborhood Design Center

The Ohio Department of Agriculture

The Ohio Department of Veterans Services

Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association 


Furniture Bank of Central Ohio

Global Health, Education and Development (GHEAD)

The Godman Guild

Homes on the Hill

The National Veterans Memorial and Museum 

Ohio History Connection


Federal Work-Study is a form of need based financial aid. Only students participating in the Federal Work-Study Program may apply for these community service positions.