Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about verification, pricing, and project safety.

Every student submits official proof of active university enrollment (student ID card or campus registrar letter) alongside a valid government ID confirming they are 18 or older. Documents are verified by administrators before any public visibility or outreach is granted.

As a launch offer, every new client receives their first 4 job or internship postings completely FREE (0 ETB). Starting from the 5th posting, a small 100 ETB anti-spam listing fee applies (payable via Telebirr, CBE Birr, Chapa, or Platform Wallet). For students and freelancers, the platform is 100% free forever with zero commission taken from project earnings.

To ensure deliberate quality, students create one focused portfolio per discipline (e.g. Software, UI/UX, or Marketing). This eliminates duplicate submissions and highlights genuine competence.

Yes. Opportunities can be opened nationwide or targeted directly to specific Ethiopian institutions including Addis Ababa University, ASTU, Hawassa, Jimma, Bahir Dar, and others.

Clients and students agree on project terms and compensation directly. HireStudent takes zero commission on student earnings, enabling students to keep 100% of their compensation.