Payroll Services
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
Student Assistant Classifications