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The University of Texas at Austin

Student Employment

Academic Employment

Teaching and research assistantships provide important experience for graduate students.  Assistantships benefit students through interaction with faculty members, and financial support provided by these employment opportunities.  Nonresident students who are employed at least half-time as a Teaching Assistant, Assistant Instructor, Graduate Research Assistant, Academic Assistant, Assistant (Graduate) or Tutor (Graduate) are eligible to receive a waiver of the nonresident portion of their tuition and will be charged in-state tuition.  Duties and responsibilities of each appointment will vary by department and supervisor.

Graduate students may be appointed as a Teaching Assistant, Assistant Instructor, Graduate Research Assistant, Academic Assistant, Assistant (Graduate) or Tutor (Graduate) for up to 14 long semesters while pursuing a graduate degree at The University of Texas at Austin.

Begin looking for specific availability of academic appointments well in advance of the start of the semester by checking with the graduate adviser or graduate coordinator in the department in which you want employment.  Students will need to check with individual professors for GRA positions.

Academic Appointments
Pay and benefits for academic employees
Grievance Policies and Procedures
Training for Student Employees (required and elective)

Non-Academic Employment

Employment in a non-academic role at the university, or out in the community, is an option for many graduate students.  The University of Texas offers these resources to help you secure a job.  Students are encouraged to check their department web page.  Many departments list links to employment opportunities for their students.

Resources at UT