For students, job opportunities while in college can be difficult to acquire. Gruelling schedules, a full course load and a lack of opportunities can make it hard to know where to look or what resources are available to them.
That’s where student job opportunities come in. UTA offers a diverse range of options for jobs across campus, said Nichole Thames, Student Employment assistant director in an email.
Internships, federal work-study, part-time jobs and more are offered in hourly positions across many departments.
Through Handshake, the school’s official student employment platform, students can see what positions are currently available, Thames said.
Students have access to internships, work-studies and jobs through a simplified application process. Handshake also gives students access to workshops, employer events and career fairs, she said.
“Campus jobs are specifically designed to support students academically by offering flexible schedules that accommodate classes and exam commitments,” Thames said.
Students can find jobs from academic departments, research labs, Housing, Campus Recreation, libraries, information technology and more. These positions include a range of tasks and responsibilities like administrative office work, research opportunities with professors, event staffing and technology support.
Thames said these positions allow students to earn income while developing professional skills and gaining hands-on experience that can prepare them for the future.
Students can access Handshake using their UTA NetID and password. After completing their profile and uploading the necessary documents, students can search the platform for specific on-campus positions and apply directly.
“Students should focus on more than just the pay rate when considering job opportunities,” she said. “They should look for positions that help them develop transferable skills such as critical thinking, communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving.”
These jobs can be competitive, Thames said. With flexible schedules, convenient locations and supervisors who prioritize academics, these positions can attract a large number of applicants. The university employed around 2,000 student workers at the end of the spring 2026 semester, she said.
The Career Development Center offers resources to help students improve their skills by providing resume and cover letter reviews, mock interviews, career spot drop-ins, workshops, career fairs and further online sources, Thames said.
Students can also receive feedback on resumes and learn effective strategies for interviews, networking and prepare for internships and their careers.
“I encourage students to think of their campus job as the first step in their career pathway,” she said. “Instead of asking, ‘What job can I get?’ ask, ‘What experiences and skills do I want to gain?’”
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