Resources
The following is a list of resources with more information on topics relevant to student employment.
Workplace Accommodations
Harvard University explores requests from faculty, staff, and job applicants with disabilities for workplace reasonable accommodations under the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended, and other applicable disability laws.
HR Resources
Links to different HR resources for students and staff
Sample International Student Offer Letter & SSN Application Instructions
Student Wage Ranges
Students must be paid at least the MA minimum wage of $15/hour. Wages range across students and positions.
Federal I-9 Form
The I-9 form verifies employment eligibility and proof of identity documentation for U.S. citizens and non-citizens prior to hiring.
W-4 (Federal Withholdings)
The W-4 form tells Harvard how much to withhold for federal income taxes.
M-4 (MA Withholding)
Massachusetts Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate. The M-4 form tells Harvard how much to withhold for state income taxes.
Tax Withholding Calculator
Use this IRS calculator tool for the year ahead to determine how to complete Form W-4 so you don’t have too much or too little federal income tax withheld.