UMD Stores Student Worker

We are looking for self-motivated, enthusiastic students with customer service experience to join our UMD Stores teams. All UMD Store students are responsible for ringing up customers at the cash registers, fulfilling textbook orders at the beginning of each semester, and maintaining a clean and tidy store environment each day. Other projects and responsibilities will be assigned based on the needs of the business.
 

In addition to the basic store responsibilities, we are looking for students interested in specializing in one of our store departments. These departments include grocery/food, computers/small electronics, and/or athletic event sales.
 
Different department responsibilities:

• Food - A relatively physically active position. Tasks include unloading food items from the delivery truck weekly, counting to verify accuracy, restocking food and beverages daily, checking products for expiration dates and quality control. Attention to detail is a must.
• Computers/electronics - Tasks include organizing, dusting, and maintaining visual appearance of the “Computer Corner”, helping answer customer questions about computers and other electronics, adhering to Apple and other brand standards of training, explaining available warranty programs, and occasionally delivering orders to other departments on campus. Knowledge of computer specifications and/or experience with electronics is preferred.
• Athletic Events- This is a very independent position that requires lots of afternoon/evening and weekend availability. Tasks include restocking merchandise for the athletic event store locations (including our mini stores at Romano Gym, Malosky Stadium, and Amsoil Arena), operating the cash registers independently, providing insight to store managers about how products are performing at the off-site locations, and performing returns and exchanges as needed. Independence, reliability, and previous customer service experience are required.

If you are interested in being considered for one of these departments specifically, please mention your interest to the interview scheduler. Otherwise you will be considered for the general UMD Stores Student Associate/Cashier position.
 
This is a paid position with an hourly pay rate of $15.25. All work and training hours are paid. Student workers can expect to work 10-15 hours per week during an average week, though more hours are available at the beginning of each semester.
 
Responsibilities of all UMD Stores Employees:

• Ring customers up at the cash registers.
• Process textbook orders at the beginning of each semester.
• Help keep the store tidy by straightening clothing, sanitizing surfaces, dusting, and decluttering.
• Behave in a professional, courteous manner at all times.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.
• Commitment to respecting diverse perspectives.
• Ability to collaborate with others as well as working independently.

 
Reports to:

• Overseen by - UMD Store Manager
• Can take direction from any UMD Stores staff members.

What we offer:

• Flexible scheduling that works with your class schedule
• Convenient on-campus work location
• Receive 40% off UMD branded clothing and gift items from the UMD Stores. Further discounts and free swag offered periodically throughout the semester
• Fun, fast paced work environment with a great team
• Develop your skills in communication, customer service, attention to detail, time management, and more to utilize in your future career.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a current UMD degree-seeking undergraduate student who will also be an undergraduate student in the fall of 2026.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
• Professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Reliability and punctuality are a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with customer service in a retail environment
• Ability to find projects/tasks independently when the store is slow
• Cash register experience

Pay Range: $15.25 - $17.00;  depending on education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Office of Student Health Benefits website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
 

Student workers are eligible to participate in the Student Health Benefit Plan, if they maintain 6 or more eligible course credits within a given semester. The same applies for Undergraduate Students, Graduate Assistants, Residents, Fellows and Interns.

Application Deadline: 9/26/26

Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected].

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university.  A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

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