Employment

Join the more than 600 NC State students employed by Wellness and Recreation annually. Work in a dynamic environment that offers flexible scheduling and real-world experience by developing professional and transferable skills to succeed both inside and outside of the classroom.

• Students are eligible to work with Wellness and Recreation if you are an on-campus, degree-seeking student and are enrolled in a minimum of 9 credits for undergraduate or 4.5 for graduate students.
• Following the interview process, students selected for employment must attend an orientation. All new employees must be prepared to bring documentation and identification to their orientation.

Student Employee Recruitment

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How to Save a Life

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Testimonials

Parker Shahdad ’23 worked as a Wellness and Recreation facility and sports programs supervisor and studied accounting. Parker shared, “As a student employee at WellRec, my experience [was] nothing short of amazing. I grew to love [my job], and that is mainly in part to the relationships I have built with my coworkers… The experiences and opportunities in my time working with WellRec are truly one of a kind and ended up defining my time at NC State.“

Hannah Williams ’22 worked as a Wellness and Recreation program assistant with sports programs and majored in Biology with a concentration in Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience and a Psychology minor. Hannah earned All-American Honors in January 2022 at the NIRSA National Flag Football Championships and received a bid to officiate at the NIRSA National Basketball Championships. Hannah is the first female All-American Official at NC State University. Hannah shared, “Wellness and Recreation has helped me become a stronger leader by developing my professionalism on and off of the fields and by supporting my ambition throughout my career here. The people who work for WellRec are the most encouraging people you will ever meet!” Read Hannah’s story, Earning Her Stripes.

Chris Watts ’22 worked as a Wellness and Recreation facility supervisor and majored in textile engineering with a concentration in product engineering. Chris shared, “WellRec has been the greatest college job anyone could ask for. From meeting my best friends in college to being able to practice my leadership and other career development skills, this job has given me everything I could ask for.” Read Chris’s story, Running the Point.

Katherine Bublitz ’22 worked as a group fitness instructor with Wellness and Recreation and majored in business administration. Katherine shared, “Wellness and Recreation brought me a campus community when I was an overwhelmed freshman unsure of where to go to get involved. The WellRec community has supported me through the various ups and downs of college life and it has also brought me my best friends here at NC State.” Read Katherine’s story, Helping Others Through Movement.

Matt Jarman ’09 worked for Wellness and Recreation as a competitive sports supervisor, evaluator, official and member services specialist. He received his degree in Psychology and went on to get his Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration. Matt currently works as a Strategic Sales Manager with Searchspring and is a Division I Men’s Basketball Official. Matt shared, “NC State WellRec (then UREC) gave purpose and direction to my college experience. Prior to starting as an official, I was truly just a college student floating in the wind. UREC became my source of community, family and connection – all while teaching me valuable life skills. Little did I know that it would become such a big piece of my life and career (graduate degree, first professional job and a vocation in officiating).“

Katherine Miller ’19, worked as a Wellness and Recreation Outdoor Adventures rental assistant, trip leader and challenge course facilitator. Kat received her degree in Crop and Soil Science and now works at the University of Arkansas as the Coordinator for UREC Outdoors. Kat shared, “My experiences at WellRec showed me my love for collegiate recreation and expanded my love of the outdoors. The leadership skills and experiences I had with the outdoor adventures program helped prepare me for a successful career of helping other college students get outside at the University of Arkansas.“

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Student Employee Recognition

There are opportunities for continuing training, development and recognition through the John F. Miller, Wellness and Recreation Friends and Family Scholarship and the Employee of the Year Awards. These awards are presented annually at the Wolfies, the Wellness and Recreation team end of year celebration.

John F. Miller Award Winners

Named after the first Physical Education and Athletics department head and the creator of the first Intramural Sports program at NC State, John F. Miller, this award recognizes an exceptional student team member within Wellness and Recreation.

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Wellness and Recreation Friends and Family Scholarship Winners

This $500 scholarship recognizes student employees who encourage and inspire the Wolfpack community to live actively and serve as a role model for healthy and balanced living.

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Regional and National Award Winners

Many of our student team leaders are recognized on the regional and national level from organizations such as NIRSA, Leaders in Collegiate Recreation or the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education (AORE).

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Student Employee of the Year Award Winners

The Employee of the Year Awards are given to one student per job that exemplifies everything that it means to be a successful employee and stand out among their peers.

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Full-time Positions

All full-time positions will be posted on the NC State jobs portal.