CWS Frequently Asked Questions

All of our student employees receive training from CWS staff in job-related skills both initially upon entry into our program and continually throughout each year. Like many large and diverse workforces, our student workers possess a broad range of skills, depending upon their experience and level of education.

A team of four students work together to cover a 1.0 FTE.  Each student works one full eight-hour day per week, Monday through Thursday, and one Friday per month on a rotating basis. They do not miss class due to work responsibilities because the students' class schedules are arranged around their workday. 

Our student employees excel in entry-level tasks that are clerical in nature. These tasks include filing, copying, scanning, faxing, shredding, data entry, record keeping, organizing, answering phones, taking messages, sorting and delivering mail, and greeting clients. Over time, a student's job description may evolve and change to include more advanced and technical tasks that provide a more hands-on experience.

CWS is blessed with a team of dedicated drivers who transport all student employees to their job sites each morning and pick them up in the afternoon. Our transportation system ensures consistent and punctual arrival and departure times for all students. 

Hiring San Miguel student employees is a great way to make an impact on a young person's life.   Add productive, entry-level employees and Cost-effective services for your business. And - San Miguel students are earnest, ready to work and willing to learn!

After considering students’ skill levels and interests as well as the skill sets needed by our sponsors, the Corporate Work Study Program staff will determine where students are placed.

Each student is evaluated on his/her performance at least twice during the school year. Students also have an opportunity to evaluate their workplace. Aside from the workshops mentioned above, additional workshops are conducted throughout the year to assist students in their learning process.

Your three primary responsibilities are to:

• Provide a positive work environment for the students
• Provide a supervisor who believes in the program and the success of Cristo Rey students
• Provide meaningful work for the students and explain to them the importance of their role