Want to Work for Computer Science?

Periodically, the Department of Computer Science will be in need of undergraduate students to fulfill the role of Undergraduate Instructional Assistant (UGIA). These positions are open to Computer Science majors only. UGIAs can earn up to 25 hours per week, depending on availability and need. These students will be responsible for the following duties:

  • Monitoring open-use labs - This means ensuring all lab users are greeted, labs are not left in a state of disarray, and all systems are functioning. 
  • Tutoring - Only students who have completed and passed CS1428 will have the option of tutoring. Those who have not will only be considered for monitoring duties. 
  • 3D-Print Lab - Some students will asked to assist and monitor in the Computer Science Department's 3D printing lab. These students will learn 3D printer maintenance, how to 3D print, and will be tasked with helping other CS majors use the lab. 
  • Other duties as assigned - All UGIAs will occasionally be called upon to assist with moving equipment, setting up computers, cleaning labs, etc. 

Please read carefully

Qualifications

All applicants MUST satisfy ALL of the following requirements:

  • Undergraduate Computer Science majors only. 
  • Must have a minimum 3.5 GPA
  • Must be in good standing (no disciplinary actions, no holds, etc.)
  • Must be a full-time student (minimum of 12 hours, maximum of 15 hours) during fall and spring semesters. 
  • Must have more than one semester left.
  • This is an IN PERSON position. No remote positions are available. 
  • Work Study students are welcome. 

To Apply

Submit your application by pressing the “APPLY” button below during hiring periods, and attach the following:

  • Cover letter (no more than one page) describing why you think you would be the best candidate.
  • Copy of your Spring 2026 class schedule and availability.
  • Resume. Please include:
    • Current GPA
    • A-number
    • Texas State NetID
    • Local Address
    • Local Telephone Number

ALL DIRECTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED. Those who do not fo9llow directions will be eliminated from consideration. 

WE ARE CURRENTLY HIRING FOR THE SPRING 2026 SEMESTER.

Posting will remain active between Monday, November 10 at 8am - Friday, November 21. Applications  received before or after these dates will not be considered. 

NO APPLICATIONS/RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED IN-PERSON. NO APPLICATIONS/RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE 21st. PART OF THIS PROCESS IS TO SEE WHETHER OR NOT YOU CAN FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS.

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