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Bridge Student Assistants

Summer 2021 Student Payroll Processing

Definition

At Fresno State, Bridge student assistants are:

  • US Citizens or Permanent Residents
  • Not enrolled in Summer Session
  • Employed during the June and July pay period
  • Classified into the 1874 job code.

Work Restrictions

Bridge student assistants may not work more than 40 hours a week.  Bridge employees cannot work overtime. 

Medicare Withholding Required

The earnings of Bridge student assistants are subject to Medicare withholding at 1.45%.  Employer share of FICA must be paid as well.

Social Security Tax Required

The withholding rate for Social Security is 6.2%.

Retirement Withholding Required

The earnings of Bridge student assistants are subject to retirement withholding at 7.5%. 

Non-Resident Aliens - Summer Employment

A non-resident alien student assistant who is employed during the summer period retains their 1868 job code. Non-resident alien student assistants are not bridged.

Related Links

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Student Assistant Classifications

Student Nonresident Aliens

Suggested Salary Scale

Bridge Student Assistants

Social Security Tax and the Alternate Retirement Plan

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