Join our Team

Want an on-campus job with great pay, flexible hours, free food and awesome coworkers? Join Team Dining!

Spring 2024 Application 

Make More Money

Want to make $15.50 per hour?!? Apply NOW to begin spring semester and earn an additional $2/hour during our early incentive period.

Early Incentive Program

Why work for Dining?

More than 200 students work at NDSU Dining – the largest student employer on campus. Why do students work at dining?  

  1. A variety of positions: From bakers to baristas to cooks and accounting. There is something for everyone.  
  2. NEW PAY INCREASE! Positions start at $13.50/hour with opportunities for advancement and raises up to $15/hour. PLUS an additional $2/hour during our incentive period.
  3. Free food: A free meal with every shift!
  4. Friends: The best part of working in NDSU Dining is the people you’ll meet.  
  5. Convenience: No commute and schedules are flexible. 3-20 hours per week!
  6. Advancement: Our robust training program coincides with advancement and increased pay.
  7. Professional Development: Grow in your communication, leadership skills, problem solving, teamwork and time management.

What our Students Say

“I like the environment and I look forward to coming to work. It feels like family rather than co-workers.” - Emily H. 

“I love being able to work on campus, and that NDSU Dining is flexible to my class schedule. I also love the free meals when I am done with my shift.”  - Tyler C.  

"Being a new student, I was very stressed about not knowing anyone. Once I started working at NDSU Dining, I began to meet new people and my stress level dropped.” - Parvina Y.  

“I never imagined this job would teach me so much. As a student manager, I gained valuable management experience and skills. Managing people will be a part of my post college career and having this experience makes me feel more confident entering the workforce.” - Matt B. 

Internships

NDSU Dining offers a variety of internship opportunities where students get work experience related to their academic majors or career goals while making money and receiving credit. 

Dining Internships

Where Can I Work? 

Work at any of our three dining centers, cooking, serving and cleaning. Each has a fun atmosphere and are located near residence halls!
Work at any of the food court locations, Twisted Taco, Burgers at the U, Hoagie Hut or Pizza Express. You’ll be making food, cashiering and cleaning.
Be a barista at one of our on campus coffee shops, Caribou Coffee, Minard Hall, Barry Hall, Wild Grounds Coffee at NDSCS or Bison Beanery in the RDC!
Help set-up and serve at a wide variety of events from plated dinners at the President’s house, to large banquets and more!
Look for positions in Student Management, IT, HR, Marketing, Accounting, Nutrition and more! We also provide opportunities to fulfill internship requirements for a variety of academic programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions

Email: matthew.henriksen@ndsu.edu  | Office: (701) 231-9604

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