Student Employment

Student Digital Life employs 40 to 50 Emory students each semester. We welcome both work study and non-work study applicants. Successful applicants must be able to work at least 10 hours per week and possess strong interpersonal skills, a desire to learn, and a solid work ethic. Preference is given to applicants with 4 or more semesters remaining before graduation. 

To apply, please complete the SDL employment application and email it to sdl@emory.edu. If a position in which you are interested has no openings, we will keep your application on file for future opportunities.

Available Positions

Assist with available resources (computer workstations, printers, A/V equipment, gaming consoles, etc.) and maintain a clean, welcoming, and functional space.

  • Location: Cox Hall, 2nd Floor
  • Range of Possible Hours: Mon - Thu, 8:00am - 10:15pm  |  Fri, 8:00am - 8:15pm  |  Sun, 12:30 - 10:15pm
  • Pay rate: $14.00/hour
  • Hiring manager: Dina Thornton
  • Current status: Accepting applications for summer and fall employment

Monitor, maintain, and address issues with EaglePrint devices and computer lab equipment across campus. The job involves a significant amount of walking and some heavy lifting. 

  • Location: Woodruff Library, 2nd Floor (home base) + multiple locations across campus
  • Range of Possible Hours: No set hours - it's flexible
  • Pay rate: $14.00/hour
  • Hiring manager: Benjamin Kasavan
  • Current status: No openings

Provide assistance with graphic design and video/audio editing software (Adobe CC, Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, iMovie), provide in-depth consultations, and run workshops. Good knowledge of some of the above applications is expected.

  • Location: MediaLab (Woodruff Library, Level 4)
  • Hours: Mo-Thu, 12-10pm | Fri, 12-6pm | Sat-Sun, 12-5pm
  • Pay rate: $17/hour
  • Hiring manager: Alex Kyrychenko
  • Current status: Hiring for the fall semester

Provide technical support for student-owned devices, including diagnostics, virus removal, and troubleshooting OS and wireless connectivity issues.

  • Location: Woodruff Library, 1st Floor
  • Range of Possible Hours: Mon - Fri, 10 am - 6 pm
  • Pay rate: $15.50/hour
  • Hiring manager: Chenoa Primas
  • Current status: Hiring for summer and fall employment

Assist users with available maker tools (3D printers, 3D scanners, laser cutter, die cutter, button makers, soldering irons, CNC machine, sewing machines, etc.), provide in-depth project consultations, design and run workshops, and maintain a clean, welcoming, and functional space.

  • Location: Cox Hall, 2nd Floor (in the back of the Computing Center)
  • Range of Possible Hours: Mon - Fri, 11:30am - 8:15pm
  • Pay rate: $15.50/hour
  • Hiring manager: Dina Thornton
  • Current status: No openings

Assist with managing the SDL managed computer labs around campus. Position involves routine maintenance, such as replacing broken keyboards, and maintaining inventory. You will also develop technical skills, such as reimaging a device, and troubleshooting to identify a root cause. May involve physically moving computers and carts across campus.

  • Location: Woodruff Library, 2nd Floor (home base) + multiple locations across campus
  • Range of Possible Hours: Flexible with at least half during standard work week.
  • Pay rate: $15.50/hour
  • Hiring manager: Benjamin Kasavan
  • Current status: No openings

To view the full list of open student employment opportunities within the Emory Libraries, visit the Student Employment Opportunites page of the Emory Libraries website. 

To see all student jobs on campus, visit Handshake.