Campus Jobs
Campus Jobs provide valuable real-world experience and should be treated as professional employment. These roles allow students to build their résumés, gain workplace skills, and create networking opportunities that support future career success. Student workers are an essential part of the TAMIU community and contribute meaningfully to daily university operations.
Students must first secure a work-study/student worker position and begin working to earn these funds. Placement is not guaranteed—students must actively apply and be hired for a position to start earning wages.
Student worker positions are available through Workday, TAMIU’s official job platform. Browse the different job positions available to students below to see which opportunities you may be eligible to apply for! For questions, contact us at campusjobs@tamiu.edu
Workday for Student Employment
Federal Work-Study Requirements:
The Federal Work-Study Program at TAMIU provides eligible students with the opportunity to earn money to help cover educational expenses through part-time employment. Positions are available both on campus and at approved community service organizations. Students can apply for jobs that align with their academic interests, personal skills, and future career goals.
Federal Work-Study is a need-based financial aid program funded by the federal government.
To be eligible for student employment, students must meet the following requirements:
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Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduates and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
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Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students.
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Must have a current and complete file with the Office of Financial Aid.
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Must demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA application annually.
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Must be a U.S. citizen, or a permanent resident, or have an alien registration number as an eligible non-citizen.
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Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
Student Worker Requirements:
At TAMIU, student worker positions are open to all currently enrolled students and do not require a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). These positions are separate from the Federal Work-Study Program and are available to students regardless of financial need.
To be eligible for student employment, students must meet the following requirements:
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Be enrolled at TAMIU in at least 6 credit hours (undergraduate) or 3 credit hours (graduate) during the semester of employment.
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Maintain satisfactory academic progress as defined by the university.
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Be authorized to work in the United States.
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Submit all necessary hiring documents through the Office of Human Resources, including identification and employment eligibility verification (I-9 form).
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Adhere to university employment policies, including maximum work hours (typically up to 19 hours per week during the semester).
State of Texas College Work-Study Requirements:
The State of Texas College Work-Study Program is a need-based financial aid program that provides part-time jobs for eligible Texas college students. It allows students to earn money to help pay for educational expenses while gaining valuable work experience.
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Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduates and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
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Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students.
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Must have a current and complete file with the Office of Financial Aid.
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Must demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA application annually.
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Must be a U.S. citizen, or a permanent resident, or have an alien registration number as an eligible non-citizen.
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Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
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Students must be Texas residents not receiving an athletic scholarship.
Frequently Asked Questions
To be considered for work-study at TAMIU, you must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each academic year. Work-study is a need-based program, so not all students will qualify.
Both undergraduate and graduate students may apply for work-study. Students who are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid will not be eligible for the work-study program, but can explore other opportunities, such as student worker positions. While these positions may be available, please note that eligibility is not guaranteed and students should check regularly for any open job listings.
Since work-study is a need-based fund, it must fit within your financial aid budget. Scholarships, grants, and some student loan programs are also need-based, so there may not be room for work-study without taking something away or reducing other offers. This depends on the Student Aid Index (SAI), which is calculated based on the information provided on your FAFSA. If you qualify for a reduced amount, you may still have work-study, but you will not be able to work as many hours or as long during the school year due to the reduced offer.
If you don’t qualify for the work-study program, you can still apply for other part-time positions.
The best way to find available positions at TAMIU is by registering on Workday. On Workday, you can upload your resume, search for job opportunities, and apply directly to hiring managers. This is the preferred method for most departments, though some may have specific application preferences. You can also attend TAMIU’s part-time job fairs, held throughout the year. These job fairs will feature both work-study and non-work-study positions for TAMIU students. Contact the Office of Career Services for information about upcoming job fairs.
Work-study jobs at TAMIU are primarily on campus, in a variety of environments. Duties range from answering phones to assisting with web development, depending on the department’s needs. Some off-campus opportunities are available as well.
Students may work a maximum of 19 hours per week during weeks that classes meet. There is no minimum number of hours you have to work, but a department may set a minimum if they have specific needs.
In accordance with Texas Family Code, Title 5, Section 231.006, students who are more than 30 days delinquent in paying child support are not eligible to receive state-funded grants, including work-study opportunities. If a student has outstanding child support arrearages, they will be ineligible for work-study funding until the obligation is brought into compliance. For more information or to verify your status, visit the Attorney General of Texas Office at https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/child-support.
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