College Work-Study Student – Planetarium (COAS)

About the role

This on‑campus work‑study position supports the College of Arts & Sciences Planetarium office. The student will handle cashier duties for events and provide general administrative assistance.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as cashier for planetarium events.
• Answer telephone, written and in‑person inquiries about the planetarium.
• Provide backup support to other planetarium staff.
• Maintain positive working relationships with employees and visitors.
• Communicate clearly and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing.

Required profile

• Enrolled at least half‑time (6 credit hours for undergraduates, 3 for graduates).
• Maintain a GPA of 2.0 (undergraduate) or 3.0 (graduate).
• Current, complete file with the Office of Financial Aid and annual FAFSA submission.
• U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible non‑citizen.
• Meet all TAMIU Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to operate a cash register and handle monetary transactions.

What we offer

• Flexible schedule that does not conflict with class times.
• Opportunity to gain customer‑service and administrative experience on campus.