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 InstrumentsSee 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 EngineersSummer Park Ranger Positions
Feb 1, 2023 Application Deadline

Natural Resource Specialist @ Hords Creek Lake
Feb 9, 2023 Application Deadline

Current Job Listings

  • Consumer Safety Inspector – Pasadena, TX – $5,000 Sign on Bonus – Closes 4/9/25 at USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service
    Employer: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Expires: 04/09/2025 Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) PolicyReasonable accommodation policyFinancial suitabilitySelective ServiceNew employee probationary periodSignature and false statementsPrivacy ActSocial security number requestDutiesYOU WILL/MAY:Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by […]
  • Public Health Laboratory Scientist I at Fairfax County Government
    Employer: Fairfax County Government Expires: 04/12/2025 Job AnnouncementAre you looking for a position that offers you…Opportunity to make a difference by serving those most in needWork collaboratively with community partners to address public health priorities.Focus on health education, health promotion and disease preventionA learning cultureWork life balanceSupportive team environmentAmazing benefitsThen look no further. Come join […]
  • Regulatory Affairs Associate III at Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences
    Employer: Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences Expires: 04/12/2025 Roles & Responsibilities:Under general supervision responsible for the coordination and the preparation of documents/packages for regulatory submissions.Review and evaluate technical and scientific data and reports required for submission in support of companies products.This section contains a list of five to eight primary responsibilities of this role that […]
  • Natural Resource Member at American Conservation Experience
    Employer: American Conservation Experience Expires: 04/13/2025 SummaryAmerican Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking one member to contribute to natural resource conservation projects alongside NPS Staff.For more information about ACE, please visit our website.Start Date: MayEstimated End Date: August/Early September*a 20-week minimum commitment is required. Start date […]
  • Natural Resource Members at American Conservation Experience
    Employer: American Conservation Experience Expires: 04/13/2025 SummaryAmerican Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service at Lava Beds National Monument is seeking Two Members to contribute to natural resource projects alongside NPS Staff.For more information about ACE, please visit our website. Start Date: May 19th, 2025*Estimated End Date: September 6th, 2025**Start […]
  • Consumer Safety Inspector – Pasadena, TX – $5,000 Sign on Bonus – Closes 4/9/25 at USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service
    Employer: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Expires: 04/09/2025 Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) PolicyReasonable accommodation policyFinancial suitabilitySelective ServiceNew employee probationary periodSignature and false statementsPrivacy ActSocial security number requestDutiesYOU WILL/MAY:Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by […]
  • Public Health Laboratory Scientist I at Fairfax County Government
    Employer: Fairfax County Government Expires: 04/12/2025 Job AnnouncementAre you looking for a position that offers you…Opportunity to make a difference by serving those most in needWork collaboratively with community partners to address public health priorities.Focus on health education, health promotion and disease preventionA learning cultureWork life balanceSupportive team environmentAmazing benefitsThen look no further. Come join […]
  • Regulatory Affairs Associate III at Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences
    Employer: Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences Expires: 04/12/2025 Roles & Responsibilities:Under general supervision responsible for the coordination and the preparation of documents/packages for regulatory submissions.Review and evaluate technical and scientific data and reports required for submission in support of companies products.This section contains a list of five to eight primary responsibilities of this role that […]
  • Natural Resource Member at American Conservation Experience
    Employer: American Conservation Experience Expires: 04/13/2025 SummaryAmerican Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking one member to contribute to natural resource conservation projects alongside NPS Staff.For more information about ACE, please visit our website.Start Date: MayEstimated End Date: August/Early September*a 20-week minimum commitment is required. Start date […]
  • Natural Resource Members at American Conservation Experience
    Employer: American Conservation Experience Expires: 04/13/2025 SummaryAmerican Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service at Lava Beds National Monument is seeking Two Members to contribute to natural resource projects alongside NPS Staff.For more information about ACE, please visit our website. Start Date: May 19th, 2025*Estimated End Date: September 6th, 2025**Start […]
  • Commercial and CX Graduate Associate at S&P Global
    Employer: S&P Global Expires: 04/14/2025 he Location: Houston, TX (relocation assistance not available) The Commodity Insights Commercial and CX Graduate Program journey begins with an intensive 5-week onboarding in our London office. The 3-months thereafter will be part of the NAMER Customer Success Team, focusing on building a foundational knowledge of the commodity markets, developing essential business-related […]
  • Biotechnologist Associate at Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences
    Employer: Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences Expires: 04/10/2025 Roles & Responsibilities:The Manufacturing Associate is responsible for the manufacturing of therapeutic proteins (API) under cGMP conditions.Associates are expected to execute process recipes, follow written procedures (SOPs), monitor equipment and processes, perform basic laboratory tasks, including pH, conductivity, sampling, and conduct routine sanitization tasks to maintain facility […]
  • QC Analyst III at Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences
    Employer: Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences Expires: 04/10/2025 Job Description:We are seeking a Quality Control Technical Transfer Analyst 3 to join our Quality Control team. This role supports production by contributing to technical transfer activities and ensuring high-quality testing for in-process materials, final products, and stability studies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and […]
  • Wildlife Habitat Supervisor I – Wildlife Habitat Supervisor – Gray Lodge Wildlife Area at California Department of Fish and Wildlife
    Employer: California Department of Fish and Wildlife Expires: 04/13/2025 Please apply for this job at the CalCareers link provided in the description below. Applications not submitted via CalCareers will not be considered.WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS THROUGH HANDSHAKE, PLEASE SEE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW ON HOW TO APPLYJob Description and DutiesThe California Department of Fish and […]
  • Wildlife Habitat Supervisor I – Wildlife Habitat Supervisor – Gray Lodge Wildlife Area at California Department of Fish and Wildlife
    Employer: California Department of Fish and Wildlife Expires: 04/13/2025 Please apply for this job at the CalCareers link provided in the description below. Applications not submitted via CalCareers will not be considered.WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS THROUGH HANDSHAKE, PLEASE SEE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW ON HOW TO APPLYJob Description and DutiesThe California Department of Fish and […]
  • PhD Intern – Quantum Computing at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
    Employer: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Expires: 04/08/2025 The Physical and Computational Sciences Directorate (PCSD) researchers lead major R&D efforts in experimental and theoretical interfacial chemistry, chemical analysis, high energy physics, interfacial catalysis, multifunctional materials, and integrated high-performance and data-intensive computing.PCSD is PNNL’s primary steward for research supported by the Department of Energy’s Offices of Basic […]
  • Water Quality Lab Technician II at City of Las Cruces
    Employer: City of Las Cruces Expires: 04/15/2025 Water Quality Lab Technician IISalary: $22.85 HourlyClosing Date: 04/14/2025 11:59 PM Please select link provided to applyhttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/4886945/water-quality-lab-technician-ii 
  • Modeling and Simulation Intern at Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA)
    Employer: Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) Expires: 04/11/2025 Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is currently seeking a Modeling and Simulation Intern to work in our Weapon Physics Group, at our Emerald Coast Division, located in Niceville, Florida. The Weapon Physics Group currently consists of scientists and engineers performing research and development in the areas of […]
  • Secondary Math Teacher- Papillion Middle School at Papillion La Vista Community Schools
    Employer: Papillion La Vista Community Schools Expires: 04/03/2025 Secondary Math Teacher –Papillion Middle School – 2025-26 School YearDescription: Responsibilities include helping students develop abilities to solve and analyze problems from the simple to the complex. Qualifications: Nebraska Department of Education Teacher Certification 7-12 Mathematics Endorsement required.Application Procedure:  You must submit your application through the Papillion La Vista […]
  • Medical Reviewer/Safety Reviewer III at Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences
    Employer: Katalyst Healthcare & Life Sciences Expires: 04/10/2025 Job Description:The Medical Device Safety team is a highly diverse department that plays a critical role in conceptualizing, designing, and implementing high-priority analytical strategies, clinical oversight, and initiatives. The team is a high-profile high-impact team that works with PSQ functions on a range of product initiatives. As […]
  • HiCams Engineering Technician – Entry Level! at NC Department of Transportation
    Employer: NC Department of Transportation – Highways Expires: 04/12/2025 How to ApplyYou must apply at https://tinyurl.com/2hxn7yxa by April 11.  NCDOT is a Great Place to Work.Don't take our word for it. Read what our people are saying at https://bit.ly/NCDOTGreatPlaceToWork. We are the highest rated state agency for employee satisfaction on Glassdoor with 300+ reviews.NEW HIGHER PAY: […]
  • Transportation Project Development Engineer at NC Department of Transportation
    Employer: NC Department of Transportation – Highways Expires: 04/08/2025 How to ApplyYou MUST apply at https://tinyurl.com/4bpmfdw3 by April 7. NCDOT is a Great Place to Work.Don't take our word for it. Read what our people are saying at https://bit.ly/NCDOTGreatPlaceToWork. We are the highest rated state agency for employee satisfaction on Glassdoor with 300+ reviews. NEW HIGHER SALARY: […]
  • Community Development Department – Code Enforcement Inspector Aide at City of Peoria
    Employer: City of Peoria Expires: 04/07/2025 The Code Enforcement Aide position is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure working for local government and provides an opportunity to improve the quality of our neighborhoods. The entry level position is ideal for a candidate looking to get exposure to local government and, more specifically, the functions of the […]
  • Paid Summer Ministry Position – Work Projects Coordinator at YouthWorks
    Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 04/05/2025 Do you want to spend your summer doing meaningful work and making an impact on the lives of others? Apply to be a YouthWorks  Summer Staff!For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. […]
  • Paid Summer Ministry Position – Work Projects Coordinator at YouthWorks
    Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 04/05/2025 Do you want to spend your summer doing meaningful work and making an impact on the lives of others? Apply to be a YouthWorks  Summer Staff!For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. […]

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.