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Office of People and Culture

Cornerstone University is a dynamic Christian community that is building upon a strong foundation for an even brighter future for students, alumni, faculty and staff. Every employee plays a vital role in shaping a successful future for the University. We seek individuals who are passionate about their relationship with Jesus Christ, their continued growth as a professional and their care for each other and our community.

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Student Employment Information

Information on how to find jobs on campus

  • Login to your Handshake account
  • Click on “Jobs”
  • Click on “Cornerstone Collections” and choose “on campus jobs”

Instructions for onboarding

Required Employment Paperwork

Before your first day of employment, you must schedule an appointment with the Office of People and Culture to complete your Form I‑9 and tax forms (W‑4, MI‑W‑4, and CF‑W‑4). These forms are required to comply with federal and state regulations and are necessary for you to receive pay. Links to the required forms are provided below.

Scheduling Your Appointment

To set up an appointment with the Office of People and Culture, login to your Handshake account and navigate to the Career Center. Then, click on appointments and schedule a new appointment. Choose the “student employment” category and choose a time and date that works best for your schedule prior to your first day of employment.

Identification Requirements for Your Appointment:

For your scheduled appointment, you must present a valid form of identification. Acceptable documents include:

  • A valid passport, or
  • A driver’s license combined with a Social Security card
  • A certified birth certificate may be used in place of a Social Security card

All documents must be original or certified copies. Photocopies, digital images, or photographs of documents will not be accepted. For further instructions, please see page 2 of Form I-9.

2026 Student Employee Hiring Forms (PDF)

Details surrounding policies of student employment

Student employee positions are classified into two levels based on expected weekly hours:

  • Level 1 Positions: Roles that typically require 12–20 hours per week, with a maximum of 20 hours per week.
  • Level 2 Positions: Roles that typically require fewer than 10 hours per week.

Regardless of position level, students may not work more than 20 total hours per week during the academic term.

Students may hold multiple positions only in the following approved combinations:

  • One Level 1 position and one Level 2 position
  • Two Level 2 positions
  • Any modified Level 1 job combinations require prior approval from the Office of People and Culture.

1095C Tax Form Distribution Notice

Notification for current and former employees covered on the university health plans for some or all of 2025. Due to new federal legislation designed to reduce paperwork and administrative burden, we are informing you of upcoming changes to how Form 1095-C will be distributed.

Previously, we were required to automatically provide you with Form 1095-C each year. However, due to recent changes in federal law, we are now only required to furnish this form to you upon request.

What is Form 1095-C?
Form 1095-C provides information about the health insurance coverage we offered you during the year. You are not required to file this statement with your personal taxes.

How to Request Your Form 1095-C:
If you would like to receive Form 1095-C for the 2025 tax year, you can request the form by:

  • Emailing us at OPC@Cornerstone.edu
  • Calling us at 616-254-1640
  • Writing us at Office of People & Culture, Cornerstone University, 1001 E. Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Cornerstone University will provide your Form 1095-C within 30 days of your request.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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