Work study student employees are representative of Mayo Clinic, working cooperatively with all Mayo Clinic staff, external clients, students, and advisors. Is responsible to and receives direction from assigned department supervisor. Work study employment provides students that have interest in a healthcare career and view Mayo Clinic as an employer of choice an opportunity to explore our culture, gain field experience and pursue their career goals. The work study employee is responsible for completing delegated work assignments to reinforce the learning experience and to provide benefit to the work unit. Opportunities for mentorship and career development may be made available to work study employees. The work study employee will be responsible for indicating changes in financial aid award to their assigned supervisor, as well as the work study office. The work study employee schedule will be arranged collaboratively between the work study employee and assigned department supervisor and in compliance with the financial aid award amount and minimum hours per week requirements. *This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship and we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT Stem. IMPORTANT NOTE: Before you can be formally considered, verify your work study award with the UMR Employment Office and include your Community Service Program Work Study Referral form with this application. This opportunity is open to applicants who meet all the following: • Currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota - Rochester (UMR) • Graduated from high school or obtained a GED • Granted and accepted a financial work study award of $2,700 for an academic year *If you are selected for this position, you will be required to work a minimum of 8-10 hours per week. Additional Qualifications • Ability to be attentive to details and to adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents and infectious agents • Computer or keyboarding experience • Good human relations skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment