Federal Work-Study: Campus Pantry Aide

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago offers Federal Work Study opportunities at the Harold Washington Campus Health Market Pantry. Students gain hands‑on experience in food assistance programs, while earning for education and living expenses.

Typical duties include stock/organizing pantry items, assisting visitors, and answering questions. Positions are part‑time, with a maximum of 20 hours per week and on‑campus scheduling.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and be eligible to work in the United States.
• Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago.
• Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre‑credit or credit classes.
• Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students).
• Applicants must not be current Full or Part‑time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago.
• Maximum of 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assists Healthy Market Food Pantry staff in the day‑to‑day functions of the Food Pantry and other food support programs.
• Assists in stocking and organizing pantry shelves, refrigerators, and freezers with packaged food, produce, and other items.
• Helps unload and unpack food deliveries using carts or dollies.
• Follows basic food safety and cleanliness guidelines.
• Greets pantry visitors and helps check them in for food distribution.
• Answers basic questions in person or by phone about pantry services and events.
• Assists with other food and basic needs related initiatives.

Skills

Customer service

Professionalism

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Enrolled in minimum 6 semester hours

Job description

City Colleges of Chicago offers Federal Work Study opportunities at the Harold Washington Campus Health Market Pantry. Students gain hands‑on experience in food assistance programs, while earning for education and living expenses.

Typical duties include stock/organizing pantry items, assisting visitors, and answering questions. Positions are part‑time, with a maximum of 20 hours per week and on‑campus scheduling.