Dear Mount Holyoke News,
In the most recent issue of the Mount Holyoke News, an opinion piece raised concerns about the possibility of artificial intelligence (AI) being used to review student job applications. I would like to speak to these concerns and clarify Mount Holyoke’s student employment practices.
Mount Holyoke College does not use AI to review, screen or evaluate student job applications. Every application for on-campus employment, no matter the department or division, is read and considered by dedicated staff and supervisors who are members of our community. These colleagues understand the College’s values, appreciate our students and are committed to fair and thoughtful decision-making.
The only use of AI in the student employment process occurs within Workday, our job application system, when it assists students by pulling résumé information into job application fields. This tool is purely administrative: it does not evaluate, score or filter applications in anyway. Once submitted, applications are reviewed entirely by the hiring managers.
Student employment at Mount Holyoke is about more than filling open roles. On-campus jobs provide valuable opportunities for students to gain experience and strengthen professional skills. And student workers enrich connections across the College.
Those who have questions or concerns about employment on campus are welcome to reach out to Student Employment. We are here to assist you and be a part of your educational journey.
Sincerely,
TJ Griffis
Director of Student Accounts and Student Employment
Student Financial Services
Mount Holyoke College