Work at MERIT

Student Staff

We are ALWAYS accepting applications for student staff. We may not have always have an immediate opening. but if you’re awesome, we definitely want to find a way to get you on our staff. If you have already submitted an application in the past, but have a new schedule for the semester/summer – please send it our way.

Most positions are between $10/hour and $13/hour depending on level of responsibility.

Contact us via email at library@education.wisc.edu with any questions.

To apply, please complete this online form: Work at MERIT.

We’ll be honest, but not humble. We have the best student staff members in the world! Our students are the backbone of MERIT, and are often in the position of providing critical support and service to our users. Luckily for us, our users (primarily students, staff, and faculty in School of Education units, departments, and courses) are also great!

We typically have a range of positions that are available in lots of different areas: library circulation & equipment, library reference, library technical services, IT help desk, and special projects.

MERIT is dedicated to providing top quality service to its users, as well as providing top quality employment experiences for our staff. We know that our student staff often have the best and most creative suggestions and ideas for improving what we do. We encourage initiative, troubleshooting, and creativity. We care about you as a person, and want to encourage your success. We celebrate frequently (bowling, trivia, terrace) and enjoy potlucks and treats together throughout the year! We try very hard to supplement the hourly rate with a great work environment.

Please consider applying to join the ranks of our fantastic staff!

Photo of a MERIT student staff member.
students playing with a dog during finals week