SF State CREATE Federal Work-Study Undergraduate RSCA Program

SF State CREATE FWS Undergraduate RSCA Program

SF State CREATE is launching an exciting new Federal Work-Study (FWS) undergraduate research, scholarship and creative activities (RSCA) program for Spring 2026! Tenured or tenure-track faculty mentors across all colleges can host paid undergraduate RSCA assistants.

Program Highlights

• No cost to faculty or departments; eligible students are funded through FWS awards
• Up to 15 student positions are available at $20/hour
• Students can work 100–200 hours in Spring 2026 dependent upon the level of their FWS award and financial aid package
• Cohort model: Students meet monthly with SF State CREATE for professional development; program culminates in a spring RSCA showcase

This program welcomes tenured or tenure-track faculty from all disciplines and career stages. First-time mentors are especially encouraged to apply!

What to Submit

• Plain-language project summary (150–250 words)
• Expected tasks and skills you will teach in the first month
• Modality/location and typical meeting times; project timeline
• Any required skills vs. trainable skills
• Brief mentoring plan (check-ins, feedback)
• Indicate if you already have a student in mind for the assistantship or if you want SF State CREATE to help with recruitment, FWS eligibility confirmation or other placement considerations

How to Participate
Submit your project by January 31, 2026. 

Questions? Contact Dr. Kate Hamel, Faculty Director for Research Engagement and Development: hamelk@sfsu.edu.