A guide to Sequoia for temporary, student, postdocs, and other employees
Review the information below to learn when to use Axess and Sequoia as an employee, what actions may be required, and where to find support before and after launch.
When to use Axess versus Sequoia
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Getting started
Visit sequoia.stanford.edu. To log in, skip past "user name and password" and select "sign in with SUNet ID." Use your SUNet ID and password to log in and complete two-step authentication.
If you have issues logging in, have questions, or need help completing a task in Sequoia:
- Browse the Services & Support portal for guidance related to Sequoia, benefits, leaves, I-9s, and more. You can browse various topic areas to review help articles or submit the appropriate HR Service Center request form for your inquiry. New help articles and resources continue to be added.
- For time card, absence, and payroll questions, submit a request through the Financial Support Center. Both centers are working together to support the full range of Sequoia functionality.
Form I-9 employment verification
Some employees may be asked to complete or update their Form I-9 employment verification. If your school or unit contacts you about a missing or updating an expiring I-9, review the requirements and schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
Learn more about the I-9 process, required documentation, appointment locations, and available support resources on the Verify Eligibility for Employment (I-9) webpage.
Helpful articles on Cardinal at Work
Before you submit your first time card, read this
Time entry in Sequoia works differently from Axess. Depending on your role, you may use a new time card to report hours worked, or only enter time when you take time off.
What to know about your payslip in Sequoia
Your payslip has a new format. The information is the same, but the layout has changed. Earnings, deductions, net pay, and year-to-date totals are all still there. Here's what to expect.