Discovering Your Potential: Employment Opportunities at Seattle Pacific University
Can a university truly change the world? At Seattle Pacific University (SPU), this question isn't just pondered; it's a driving force. It compels the university to deeply consider its purpose, its overarching vision, and the unique commitments that set it apart. SPU firmly believes the answer is a resounding "yes," fueled by a clear vision, a well-defined plan, and a dedicated team committed to making a difference.
Seattle Pacific University seeks to ground every aspect of its operations in the transforming gospel of Jesus Christ. This commitment is both personal, embraced by each member of the SPU community, and institutional, a guiding aspiration since the university's founding. SPU's mission is to engage the culture and change the world through competence, character, wisdom, and community.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Seattle Pacific University provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. The benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees have access to Emeriti Health Solutions (retirement healthcare funding) and disability insurance coverage. The university also offers a defined contribution retirement plan, flexible spending account options, and tuition scholarship opportunities. Additional voluntary benefits are available to employees at their own cost.
Handshake: Your Gateway to Opportunities
Handshake, Seattle Pacific University’s career services, student employment, and networking tool, makes it easy to post jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities for SPU students.
Washington State Work Study Program
Interested in being reimbursed for a portion of the gross wages of a student who works for you? Consider applying to join the Washington State Work Study Program. If you are approved to participate, you could receive up to 70 percent back for the wages you are already paying.
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Real-World Experience for Students
These days most employers look for college graduates with real-world work experience - not just good grades. As an SPU student working on or off campus, you have the opportunity to gain the experience and tools employers look for in candidates - and earn some money while you’re at it. Work study is offered to all SPU students.
How to Find Current Job Opportunities
To view current job opportunities and apply, please visit Handshake.
A Student's Perspective
Biochemistry major Dylan Marashi ’15: “At SPU, you’ll probably find me wearing chinos, a lab coat, and goggles as I spend countless hours in Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Wade Grabow’s lab. You may also want to reflect on your vocational calling and network to explore career options."
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