Students
Types of Employment
Regular Part-Time Employment
Jobs for Aggies is a job board Texas A&M University hosts for the benefit of Aggie students, whereby both on- and off-campus (public or private) employers are permitted to post job vacancies seeking current Aggie students. The University does not edit the job postings of any off-campus, external employers (public or private). Jobs for Aggies is a service intended to enhance the undergraduate experience of all Aggie Students, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, or sex.
Texas A&M is not responsible for safety, wages, working conditions, nor other aspects of off-campus employment. It is the responsibility of students to research the integrity of the organizations to which they are applying. Students are advised to use caution and common sense when applying for any position with an organization or private party.
Texas A&M University makes neither representations nor guarantees about positions listed with the Student Employment Office.
Texas A&M University at College Station, Texas A&M Health Science Center, Texas A&M University at Galveston, and the Texas A&M Higher Education Center at McAllen campus students can find part-time employment opportunities for their campus by using the Jobs for Aggies Job Board. Once admitted, students can access the job board after the previous term ends (e.g., students starting in the fall will have access after the spring term ends). Additionally, new undergraduate and transfer students must register for a New Student Conference to access the job board.
Students at the Texas A&M School of Law can find on and off-campus job opportunities through the School of Law Career Services website.
Federal or Texas College Work Study
The Federal and Texas College Work Study Programs provide on-campus, part-time employment for U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents and Senate Bill 1528 students who are enrolled at least half-time hours, filled out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Texas Application for Student Financial Aid (TASFA), and have demonstrated a financial need.
Eligible students are typically awarded $5,000 for the Fall/Spring terms. Students employed using work study funds work an average of 10-15 hours per week depending upon their work study award.
Learn more about work study by reviewing Work Study FAQ's below.
Summer work study funds are available and interested students should contact Scholarships & Financial Aid office by emailing workstudy@tamu.edu their name and UIN.
It is the responsibility of the student to notify their employer of the work study award. Once you have been hired, give your work study certificate to your employer. Printable work study certificates are available online through My Financial Aid Portal. Watch this helpful YouTube video to download and print your work study certificate.
Students not awarded work study funds can watch this to determine if they are eligible for an award.
Supervisors and students are encouraged to work together to monitor earnings and avoid exceeding the award.
Work Study FAQ's
What is work study?
Work study is a form of financial aid that provides funding for on-campus and certain off-campus jobs. It allows students to earn money to help pay education expenses and reduce loan debt. It is estimated that by the time the average undergraduate student graduates, he/she is almost $27,000 in debt! A paycheck can go a long way towards minimizing these costs.
Why should I take advantage of work study?
Work study can make you more hirable! Under the work study program, employers pay only a small percentage of your wages, with the remainder being paid from work study funds. This allows employers to hire more students and offer higher wages than they might otherwise.
How do I find a job?
Visit Jobs for Aggies and search for jobs that are work study eligible. These employers are specifically looking for applicants like you.
What if I already have a job on-campus?
It is the responsibility of the student to notify his/her employer of the work study award. Once you have been hired, give your Work Study certificate to your employer. Printable work study certificates are available online through My Financial Aid. Log in with your Net ID and password. On the "awards page", click the link next to the work study award to download the certificate. Watch this helpful YouTube video to download and print your work study certificate.
Who is eligible to receive Work Study?
Graduate and undergraduate students with financial need as determined by the FAFSA and TASFA financial aid applications are eligible for work study funds. Student must be enrolled at least half-time.
TAMU -CS: Reads and Counts Tutor Program (work study required)
Approximately 150 Aggies work at 23 locations throughout Bryan and College Station, tutoring elementary students in reading and math. Tutors make a huge impact on our community, as over 95 percent of public elementary school students in B/CS have the opportunity to work with a Reads & Counts tutor. However, it is not only the elementary students who benefit from tutoring; Aggies gain valuable work experience, have opportunities for advancement to leadership positions and receive financial aid they have been awarded in the form of work study.
What do we think it means to be a tutor?
A Reads & Counts tutor is a member of the Reads & Counts community who dedicates time to making a lifelong impression by acting as a mentor and serving others, while simultaneously experiencing personal and professional development.
We are looking for self-motivated, dependable people who have a passion for working with kids to tutor kindergarten to sixth-grade students in reading and math. Experience working with children is preferred. All majors are encouraged to apply. Paid training will be required.
Before applying, please check to make sure you meet the following requirements.
Click the Apply button on top of the Reads and Counts Tutor Program page to apply.
TAMU -CS: Community Service Program (work study required)
To apply for a specific position, you can view current openings on the Jobs for Aggies job board. After logging in, Filter for Part-Time Student Employment and in the keyword search box, type “CSP” to find the open positions.
As part of the application process, you must consent to the release of your application materials to the appropriate partner’s site supervisor. You can give your consent by clicking on your profile icon once logged into the Jobs for Aggies job board. Then select my account, and then click on academic profile. You will need to complete all required fields in the form including typing your initials in the box underneath the Consent to Release Records. Don’t forget to hit save!
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate students may be hired as teaching, research, or non-teaching assistants. There are four types of graduate assistantships available through the academic departments, colleges, TAMUS agencies and administrative offices:
- Teaching (GAT)
- Research (GAR)
- Lecturer (GAL)
- Non-teaching activities (GANT)
Most of these positions require service of 20 hours per week. Although individual colleges may have higher requirements, graduate students holding assistantships must meet the GA registration requirements by the census date. The university does not mandate assistantships be terminated upon failure to maintain enrollment requirements after the census date. However, assistantships may be terminated by the employer upon failure to maintain the minimum enrollment requirement Students serving in these roles are eligible for insurance benefits and may pay tuition and fees at the in-state rate. The Graduate and Professional School enforces guidelines for employing graduate students at greater than a 50% effort.
GETTING AN ASSISTANTSHIP
Assistantships are available through the academic department, college, agency or administrative office with which you are associated. Your department may offer you an assistantship at the time you are admitted.If you are not offered an assistantship as part of your admissions package, various departments also posts assistantship opportunities on the Jobs for Aggies Job Board.
The best option is to reach out to your graduate advisor or faculty for help in identifying and applying for the assistantship that best fits your qualifications and interests. Your advisor or faculty should be your first point of contact for assistantship inquiries within or outside of your department. Often, faculty members work with other departments to fill particular needs or positions they cannot find in their own department.
CHECK THE TAMU GRADUATE CATALOG FOR MORE DETAILS ON GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANTSHIP REQUIREMENTS
Internships
What is an internship?
- A meaningful work experience that is interest or major-related, and has a learning component.
- A short-term experience, usually lasting one or two semesters.
- Paid or compensated through course credit, scholarship, grant, or stipend.
- For-credit internships can be completed within your academic department by enrolling in an internship course. Some degree plans require an internship prior to graduation and some degree plans provide internships as an elective. If you wish to request academic credit for your internship, you must contact your department directly. Not all departments give academic credit for internships. Start by asking your academic advisor.
- Please remember when pursing a for-credit internship, the internship may come with additional responsibilities for the internship supervisor. Students should communicate clearly to the prospective employer what those responsibilities will be.
Benefits
Some of the many benefits of an internship for students include:- Gaining valuable work experience
- Exploring a variety of career paths
- Networking with professionals in their field of study
- Applying learning from the classroom in to a professional environment
- Continue to take classes on campus
- No need to relocate during the internship period
Getting Started
When to Begin Searching
Ideally, you should begin searching no later than two semesters before the term you would like to intern. If you plan to search for a summer internship position through on-campus interviews, you should register with the Career Center for both the Fall and Spring semesters.
Utilize Networking
Students should discuss opportunities with advisors and professors within their major department. Students should also visit with employers of interest at the numerous Career Fairs held on campus each year.
Where to Apply
All on and off-campus internship opportunities are found on HireAggies through the Texas A&M Career Center. More information about internship opportunities and how to prepare for them can be found at on the Career Center's Current Students webpage.
Information for On-Campus Student Employees
Form I-9 Information For Students Seeking Part-Time Employment
Form I-9 Information For Students Seeking Part-Time Employment
Texas A&M University is required by Federal and State laws to complete a Form I-9 and electronically submit it to E-Verify for all new hires, including Student Workers. Please read this information carefully so that you are prepared to present the required documentation should you accept an employment offer with Texas A&M University.The Form I-9 has two sections:
- Section 1 to be completed by you, the employee, on or before the hire date.
- Section 2 to be completed by Texas A&M University, in the presence of the employee, within three business days of the hire date.
What to Expect
- You will complete the Form I-9 in the presence of an HR representative of Texas A&M University.
- Review the lists of acceptable documents that you can present to the employer so that Section 2 can be completed. You must present original, unexpired documents (photocopies are not accepted) to verify your identity and work authorization. Failure to provide these documents within the required time will result in employment termination.
- Submitting the information to E-Verify requires a Social Security Number. If you do not have a SSN at the time the Form I-9 is being completed, you have up to 45 days to obtain a SSN. Once obtained, you should notify your HR contact. Failure to provide a SSN may result in employment termination.
- Knowingly hiring and continuing to employ unauthorized workers may result in fines and penalties for Texas A&M University. If Section 2 cannot be completed within 3 business days of the employee’s first day of employment, employees must be terminated from the position.
- International students should refer to UCIS website for more detailed instructions.
Student Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) Exemption
To be eligible, students must be enrolled at least half-time at Texas A&M. The law allows each institution to define half-time. TAMU uses the definitions set forth by the Registrar. Work performed during school holidays and breaks between academic periods is eligible for the exemption if the break is less than 5 weeks long, and the student is enrolled or eligible to enroll in the first academic period following the break.
However, if the break is longer than 5 weeks or the student is not enrolled or eligible to enroll in the next academic period, the student will not be eligible for the FICA exemption. Therefore, it is possible (or even probable) that a student employee will have some wages that were subject to FICA taxes and some wages that were exempt from FICA taxes during the same year. For more information, contact Payroll Services at 979-845-2711, or click here for more FICA Exemption Information.
Annual Notices to Employees
Grievance Mediation Services
Students Working During Holidays and University Break Periods
With approval by their manager, all student employees and graduate assistants (domestic and international) are eligible to work up to 40 hours per week during certain break periods that are at least a week in length.