Students in the College of Science and Mathematics have a variety of opportunities for jobs on and off campus that provide experiences to build resumes and demonstrate their classroom knowledge and skills as well as to begin building their professional network. This page will be regularly updated with listing for currently available on campus and off campus positions for Tarleton STEM students.
| Employment Opportunities with | College Partners |
| Lifecycle Biotechnologies | * Chemistry Internship * Microbiology Internship |
| Texas Instruments | See postings in Handshake for Specific opportunities |
| Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) | Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program Feb 28, 2023 Application Deadline |
| US Army Corps of Engineers | Summer Park Ranger Positions Feb 1, 2023 Application Deadline Natural Resource Specialist @ Hords Creek Lake Feb 9, 2023 Application Deadline |
Current Job Listings
- Employer: USC Department of Psychology – Psychophysics Laboratory Expires: 10/07/2026 A Bayesian statistician/programmer is needed for a psychophysics project that is studying human perceptual thresholds. The project presents letters on a custom LED display, and seeks the stimulus energy that will yield a 50% probability of letter recognition. Bayesian prior probability calculations would be done […]
- Employer: McKinsey & Company Expires: 10/09/2026 Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You’ve come to the right place.YOUR IMPACTYou will collaborate with colleagues and clients to create new strategies […]
- Employer: Space Dynamics Laboratory – Space Dynamics Laboratory Expires: 10/09/2026 Job ID: 9659Date Posted: October 1, 2026Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a student in mechanical engineering to work with professional mechanical engineers and scientists to design, analyze, manufacture, assemble, and test hardware programs in the Civil & Commercial Space (CVS) Division.SDL’s internship program provides […]
- Employer: Space Dynamics Laboratory – Space Dynamics Laboratory Expires: 10/09/2026 Job ID: 9658Date Posted: October 1, 2026Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a student in mechanical engineering to work with professional mechanical engineers and scientists to design, analyze, manufacture, assemble, and test hardware programs in the Civil & Commercial Space (CVS) Division.SDL’s internship program provides […]
- Employer: Space Dynamics Laboratory – Space Dynamics Laboratory Expires: 10/09/2026 Job ID: 9655Date Posted: October 1, 2026Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge science programs for over six decades.SDL’s internship program provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to get involved with […]
- Employer: USC Department of Psychology – Psychophysics Laboratory Expires: 10/07/2026 A Bayesian statistician/programmer is needed for a psychophysics project that is studying human perceptual thresholds. The project presents letters on a custom LED display, and seeks the stimulus energy that will yield a 50% probability of letter recognition. Bayesian prior probability calculations would be done […]
- Employer: McKinsey & Company Expires: 10/09/2026 Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You’ve come to the right place.YOUR IMPACTYou will collaborate with colleagues and clients to create new strategies […]
- Employer: Space Dynamics Laboratory – Space Dynamics Laboratory Expires: 10/09/2026 Job ID: 9659Date Posted: October 1, 2026Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a student in mechanical engineering to work with professional mechanical engineers and scientists to design, analyze, manufacture, assemble, and test hardware programs in the Civil & Commercial Space (CVS) Division.SDL’s internship program provides […]
- Employer: Space Dynamics Laboratory – Space Dynamics Laboratory Expires: 10/09/2026 Job ID: 9658Date Posted: October 1, 2026Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a student in mechanical engineering to work with professional mechanical engineers and scientists to design, analyze, manufacture, assemble, and test hardware programs in the Civil & Commercial Space (CVS) Division.SDL’s internship program provides […]
- Employer: Space Dynamics Laboratory – Space Dynamics Laboratory Expires: 10/09/2026 Job ID: 9655Date Posted: October 1, 2026Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge science programs for over six decades.SDL’s internship program provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to get involved with […]
- Employer: McKinsey & Company Expires: 10/09/2026 Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You’ve come to the right place.YOUR IMPACTYou will work as a core member of a multidisciplinary team […]
- Employer: McKinsey & Company Expires: 10/09/2026 Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You’ve come to the right place.YOUR IMPACTYou will be part of a multidisciplinary data science team working […]
- Employer: Space Dynamics Laboratory – Space Dynamics Laboratory Expires: 10/06/2026 Job ID: 9656Date Posted: September 28, 2026Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a temporary laboratory technician with experience in, soldering, wire harnessing, laboratory test equipment, and Linux/Unix operating systems to become part of our Strategic & Military Space Division team. We are investigating the Earth’s […]
- Employer: Club Z! In-Home Tutoring of North Jersey Expires: 10/09/2026 Club Z! is a national in-home tutoring and test prep service provider. We take pride in matching tutors with students based on individual needs and qualifications. We utilize the students' classroom curriculum as well as offer study skills & test prep programs. Our mission is […]
- Employer: Hilton Expires: 10/06/2026 Exceptional Hospitality Starts with YouThis role is based at one of our corporate offices in McLean, VA or Dallas, TXThis is your chance to be part of a Revenue Management Consolidated Center (RMCC) that is offering owned, managed, and franchised Hilton hotels world-class revenue management talent and tools. As a Revenue […]
- Employer: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Expires: 10/06/2026 As a Microbiologist, you will use your knowledge and experience to optimize business results and customer experience by:Independently planning, developing, implementing, and managing all assigned experiments and protocols. Making decisions as to the time and resources required to perform the experiments and establishes plans and […]
- Employer: Change Agents UK Expires: 10/09/2026 Engagement and Project OfficerJob Title: Engagement & Project Officer (0.8 FTE)Location: Remote (must be UK based) with some UK travel Employer: Change Agents UK CharityNumber of Positions: 1Salary £23,200 (£29,000 FTE) Start Date: ASAPContract: Permanent Overview:Are you detail-oriented, self-motivated and ready for a diverse and people-focussed role? We’re looking for an Engagement & Project officer to support our work […]
- Employer: Lincoln Group Expires: 10/09/2026 Physical Therapist (PT) Multiple Texas Locations | Full-Time, Contract, Contract-to-Hire & PRN OpportunitiesPay: $35.00 – $65.00 per hour DOEPhysical Therapist (PT) Multiple Texas Locations | Full-Time, Contract, Contract-to-Hire & PRN OpportunitiesLincoln Healthcare is actively recruiting Physical Therapists on behalf of a leading rehabilitation client with openings across Texas. We are […]
- Employer: Naval Research Laboratory Expires: 10/09/2026 *Note: Position seeks Graduate Student (either MS or PhD)*About NRL: The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) serves as the corporate research laboratory for the Navy, Marine Corps, and the broader Department of War. Operating since 1923, the laboratory conducts basic and applied research to deliver groundbreaking science and technology […]
- Employer: TalentWise LLC Expires: 10/09/2026 Position SummaryTalentWise is seeking a Laser Dicing Specialist to support our customer’s Research Hardware team in Redmond, Washington. In this role, you will perform laser dicing and precision cutting of optical substrates, wafers, and prototype assemblies used in next-generation optics and display research.You will work closely with engineers and scientists […]
- Employer: Global Technical Talent Expires: 10/09/2026 Onsite Role – Thousand Oaks, CAAssociate Scientist within the Attribute Sciences Process Development Group performs analytical testing of process related impurities to support development of large molecules . We provide essential data to purification scientists regarding clearance of process related impurities and develop methods and transfer them to various […]
- Employer: American Prep Academy Expires: 10/08/2026 SAT/ACT & College Prep Specialist / TutorAmerican Prep Academy is seeking an experienced SAT/ACT & College Prep Specialist to provide virtual academic and college-readiness support to high school students across the United States.Position ResponsibilitiesThe specialist will:Provide SAT and ACT preparation in Math, Reading, English, and related test-taking strategies.Work individually […]
- Employer: HarveStaff Expires: 10/08/2026 The Sterility Assurance Principal Specialist provides senior individual contributor support for the Sterility Assurance and Contamination Control Program. This advanced quality professional role focuses on program governance, metrics, risk documentation, action tracking, and inspection readiness. Collaboration spans Quality, QC Microbiology, Manufacturing, Engineering, Validation, Facilities, MSAT/Technical Operations, and QRM teams to translate […]
- Employer: Lane County Government – Public Works Expires: 10/08/2026 See What Lane County Public Works Employees Have to Say About Working Here!About the PositionDo you enjoy working outdoors and taking pride in places your community can enjoy? Lane County Public Works is seeking a Park Maintenance 2 to help care for more than 4,000 acres […]
- Employer: The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore Expires: 10/08/2026 Maryland Zoological Society, Inc.The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore Job Description Job Title:Relief KeeperDepartment:Animal(ANIMAL)Reports to:Area ManagerEmployment Status:Full timeOccupation Category:ProfessionalsRate:$17/hourJob Code:03RELFKPRFLSA:Non-exemptWorker’s Comp Code:9102 Driver:Golf Cart General Summary: The Relief Keeper is responsible for providing care and maintenance to collection animals and their associated exhibits and holding areas. Relief Keepers may be assigned to work […]
On Campus Employment Opportunities
On campus employment for COSM students provide a variety opportunities for students to begin building their professional resumes and working on their studies during the academic year, as well as during the summer. Examples of some of the opportunities include:
- a tutor in one of the achievement centers
- a teaching assistant for one of the many teaching labs in biology, chemistry, geology, environmental science, and others
- a grader assisting our outstanding faculty members
- a research assistant in a faculty research lab
- a storeroom assistant in either the chemistry or biology storeroom
- an office assistant in College or one of the department offices
Off Campus Employment Opportunities
In the discipline employment opportunities for COSM students are typically pursued as summer jobs and internships. Often times, the opportunities can exist back at the students home area or in a variety of locations across the state or nation. Internships in most STEM disciplines are paid experiences where students work alongside the professionals within the company in a variety of projects. These experiences strengthen the student’s resumes while providing real-world experiences to apply the classroom knowledge learned in our COSM classrooms and laboratories. In many instances, the internships lead to job offers for the students after graduate with the internship host company.
Handshake – the student employment portal
The Handshake employment system offers many features such as personalized job recommendations and a user-friendly interface. This is the main tool for employers to recruit Tarleton students for employment in their company. Additionally, it is used as the main portal for on campus offices, faculty, etc to post available positions for on campus employment opportunities.
For more information Handshake and to create your account, please visit the appropriate link below.
