New Hires | Human Resources

Welcome to Princeton University

As a new employee, you have the opportunity to make an impact to support Princeton’s teaching and research mission. The Office of Human Resources wants all employees to have an exceptional employment experience here. It is our hope that you will enjoy a rewarding career, so we want you to feel supported, informed, and prepared to excel in your new position.

There is a lot to learn and do as a new employee. The information on this page and in the secured MyHR section help guide you on that path to success as you acclimate to Princeton.

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HR staff member Carrie Macon assists employee at the HR staff member Carrie Macon assists employee at the Human Resources Service Center (HRSC).

Getting Started

All new hires are required to complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 within the first three days of employment in addition to several other forms. However the position into which you are hired will determine your personal onboarding and orientation path.

Staff Hires

The Office of Human Resources and hiring departments are responsible for the onboarding and orientation for newly-hired staff. HR’s onboarding administrator provides access to the Onboarding Center where various important activities and information are posted. Employees may also receive emails from campus partners regarding other activities that may be required.

All new staff members are required to attend New Hire Orientation and complete the Federal Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I–9 within their first three days of employment.

For questions, contact the talent acquisition specialist, onboarding administrator, or hiring manager.

Casual Hourly Hires

The hiring department is responsible for coordinating the onboarding and orientation for newly hired or rehired casual hourly employees. These individuals must complete or update the Federal Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I–9 within their first three days of employment at the HR Service Center located at New South, 4th floor. Individuals should contact their supervisor for more information.

Faculty or Academic Professional Appointees

The Office of the Dean of Faculty (DoF) and the hiring academic department are responsible for coordinating the onboarding and orientation for all new faculty and academic research appointees. Newly hired or rehired individuals must complete or update the Federal Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I–9 within their first three days of employment at the HR Service Center located at New South, 4th floor. Information for new appointees is available on the DoF website.

For questions, contact the home department.

PPPL Staff Hires

PPPL HR is responsible for coordinating onboarding and orientation for all new PPPL staff hires, including completing or updating the Federal Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I–9, within their first three days of employment.

For questions, contact PPPL HR (609) 243-2101.

New Hire Orientation

Newly hired Princeton University staff members are invited to attend HR's New Hire Orientation (NHO), typically scheduled weekly on Monday morning. More specific information is provided when candidates are hired.

Housing Resources

Princeton takes great pride in being a residential learning community, and the University thus offers several housing opportunities for eligible faculty and staff. They include on- and off-campus apartment and house rentals, short-term housing, and home ownership assistance. For more information, visit the Housing & Real Estate Services.