Vantaggi
The instructors and office staff were awesome people I enjoyed working with very much. The job itself took care of my monthly living expenses while I studied. Abundant coffee and flexible hours.
Svantaggi
The arrogant and narcissistic treatment I received from some of the higher-ups (which come with just about any job really). That in turn is reflective of a toxic work culture at Crowder that has sadly become the behind the scenes norm over the past few years.
As a work-study, my exposure to the toxicity was relatively minimal and my bosses did their best to make sure I was insulated from the drama, but they were not always successful.
The pay was very low (which is typical of any student job) and I never received a promised raise.
As a student worker, accept that you will not enjoy the benefits the faculty enjoy and whatever you do, don't get your hopes up that the work-study position will guarantee you an internal position or opportunity at Crowder...even if an opening for your chosen degree comes up.
Just treat the work-study position for what it is: A way to replenish your income while you study and something to add just a little *oomph* to your resume. If you can accept that, you'll do fine. And always be on your guard from behind the scenes drama and don't get involved in affairs that ultimately have nothing to do with you or your studies.