Work Study Undergraduate - Laboratory - UMR Students Only

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and  comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Responsibilities

Work study student employees are representatives of Mayo Clinic, working cooperatively with all Mayo Clinic staff, external clients, students, and advisors. The student will report to and receive direction from assigned department supervisor. Work study employment provides students having an interest in a healthcare career and who view Mayo Clinic as an employer of choice an opportunity to explore our culture, gain field experience, and pursue their career goals.  

Within the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP), you may assist our laboratory personnel in aliquoting, preparing, and centrifuging biological specimens collected from patients, various clerical tasks, and other laboratory duties that include maintaining supply inventory, filing, stocking, cleaning, or special projects. Program participation may lead to future career development opportunities. 

Work study employees are responsible for indicating changes in financial aid award to their assigned supervisor, as well as the work study liaison. The work study employee schedule will be arranged collaboratively between the work study employee and assigned department supervisor. The schedule will be in compliance with the financial aid award amount and minimum hours per week (10 hours) requirements. 

Work locations may be in the Hilton Building in downtown Rochester, or at the Superior Drive Support Center located in NW Rochester. Students will need transportation to the work site. 

Visit the  Clinical Labs career site to watch brief videos of Mayo Clinic staff discussing their life-changing careers within the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP).   

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. 

Qualifications

This opportunity is open to applicants who meet all the following qualifications.  

• Graduated from high school or obtained a GED 

• Currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota - Rochester (UMR) 

• Granted a financial work study award of $2,700 for the academic year. 

• Cover Letter  

• Your UMR Student ID#* 

• Your UMR Email Address* 

• Your Work Study Award Amount* 

*You will be asked for this information before submitting your application.  

• This is a formalized program through UMR Work Study, candidates are invited to participate based on prescreening with UMR

  *If you are selected for this position, you will be required to work 8-10 hours per week.

Additional Qualifications 

To be a successful work study student you must possess the following skills:  

• 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 

Your completed application must include: 

• Cover Letter  

• Resume 

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

This position has a predetermined rate of $18.50 per hour

Benefits Eligible

No

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

Supplemental; hours vary

Schedule Details

This program is available during the Fall 2026 & Spring 2027 semesters in alignment with the university academic calendar. Ten hours per week with a flexible schedule. Work weeks vary.

Weekend Schedule

Weekends are not required.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.  Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" .  Mayo Clinic participates in  E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Rhonda Wilson