What is the role of schools or universities in SPES?

• A. They fund all SPES placements directly.
• B. They verify enrollment, assist in identifying eligible students, and coordinate with SPES coordinators for placements.
• C. They select the jobs and handle payroll for SPES participants.
• D. They set wage rates and enforce penalties for non-compliance.

Answer: (B)

SPES connects students to temporary work to support their education. The schools’ role is to verify enrollment, help identify eligible students, and coordinate with SPES coordinators to place students with employers. Verifying enrollment ensures the student is an active participant in school and eligible for the program. Helping identify eligible students ensures those who meet the income and other requirements are considered. Coordinating with SPES coordinators for placements ensures the matches are appropriate and properly documented, aligning with the student’s field of study and schedule. The other tasks—funding placements, selecting jobs, handling payroll, and setting wage rates or penalties—are managed by program administrators and employers, not the schools.