Finding Student Employment

University of Rochester and Eastman post student employment opportunities through your Blackboard accounts. To access these postings do the following:

    • Log into Blackboard to find student jobs
    • Select the “Services” Tab at the top
    • In the right-hand column under Student Employment will be a link to “JobLink”
    • Use this tool to create a profile, upload documents, and search for jobs.

Types of Student Employment

JobLink includes jobs in various departments and affiliated organizations. However, sometimes departments don’t always post open positions and rely more on word of mouth or drop-ins. If you are interested in a position at Eastman, feel free to inquire by visiting or emailing departments and offices. The most common positions at Eastman include:

    • Ushers – The Eastman Concert Office employs a staff of approximately 80 ushers to work on stage in Kilbourn Hall and the Eastman Theatre.
    • Residential Life Assistants – Some positions are available each year in the Eastman Student Living Center. Typically these jobs are filled in the Spring semester for the summer and the following academic year. You can also inquire in person at the Residential Life office in the Eastman Student Living Center.
    • Music Librarians – The Sibley Music Library and the Ensemble Library are open throughout the school year and during the summer, with opportunities for employment during both sessions. This is valuable work experience for the inquisitive musician.
    • Dining Services Staff – Jobs are available in the Eastman Student Living Center with Dining Services. In addition to Blackboard, you can also inquire in person at the Dining Services office in the SLC or call 585-274-1340.

Gig Service

The Rochester community frequently looks to Eastman student musicians for local events and occasions. The Gig Service is a referral site to connect Eastman students with local performance opportunities, lessons, and commissioning clients. Sign up to receive notifications and to check the posting board.

Local Organizations

Some students give music lessons through the various music schools. Examples of local organizations offering music lessons are:

Rochester Area Job Links

These links provide information on full and part time positions in the Rochester area.

Meet with an Advisor


Make an appointment with the Eastman Careers Advisor to discuss career topics in further detail.

Going to be on the UR Campus? Visit the Gwen M Greene Career and Internship Center.