Quantum Computing Summer Internship Jobs in Texas

Job Posting Title:
School of Computing Student & Social Ambassador
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Hiring Department:
School of Computing
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
10
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FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA
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Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Aug 15, 2027
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
General Notes
This position will support the university's new School of Computing, which includes 3 strong departments and more than 6,500 students across all programs. This places UT among the most significant intellectual hubs for computer science, information, and statistics and data science research and education anywhere in the world. The School of Computing has a close relationship with Austin's thriving tech culture and works at the forefront of fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, quantum computing, and cybersecurity.
Purpose
The School of Computing Student Ambassador position is a leadership, outreach, and communications role for undergraduate students. Ambassadors serve as a primary face of the School of Computing and help connect the school with prospective students and families, alumni, industry visitors, and the UT Austin community.
Ambassadors share their student experiences, answer questions, lead tours, support recruitment and outreach events, and help tell the story of the School of Computing through social media and digital content. Ambassadors may create short-form videos, photos, interviews, and other content that provides an authentic look at academics, student life, research, student organizations, events, career opportunities, and the UT Austin experience.
This role is ideal for students who are welcoming, dependable, comfortable communicating with others, and excited to represent the School of Computing both in person and online.
Responsibilities
Student Engagement & Outreach

• Lead guided tours of School of Computing buildings and facilities for prospective students, families, school groups, alumni, and special guests.
• Participate in student panels, information sessions, coffee chats, and other prospective-student programs.
• Answer general questions about academics, student organizations, research, internships, campus life, and the student experience.
• Help coordinate tours and visits by managing schedules, matching visitors with ambassadors, and supporting session logistics.
• Represent the School of Computing at recruitment events, alumni gatherings, community programs, and campus showcases such as Explore UT.
• Assist with event check-in, guest support, presentations, setup, and other assigned tasks.
• Stay informed about School of Computing programs, academic requirements, resources, and opportunities.
• Communicate professionally and create a welcoming environment for all visitors.

Social Media & Content

• Contribute to the School of Computing's social media presence by creating authentic, student-centered content throughout the academic year.
• Dedicate approximately five hours per week to social media and content creation.
• Create or contribute to at least one piece of social media content per month, outside of required event coverage and Day in the Life content.
• Create at least one Day in the Life video per academic year showcasing their experience as a School of Computing student.
• Provide social media coverage for at least two School of Computing events per academic year, capturing photos, video, interviews, or other approved content.
• Share authentic student perspectives on classes, projects, research, campus life, internships, student organizations, career preparation, and other aspects of the student experience.
• Develop content that is informative and engaging for current students, prospective students, families, alumni, and the broader UT Austin community.
• Participate in content brainstorming and help identify student experiences, stories, trends, and opportunities that could be highlighted on School of Computing social media.
• Follow UT Austin and School of Computing branding, accessibility, privacy, copyright, and social media guidelines.
• Collaborate with School of Computing communications staff to plan, create, and refine content.

Social media assignments may include short-form videos, Instagram Reels and Stories, photos, interviews, student takeovers, event coverage, and other digital content. Assignments will be distributed based on student interests, strengths, upcoming events, and School of Computing communications priorities.
Required Qualifications

• Be a current undergraduate student majoring in a School of Computing academic program.
• Have completed at least one full academic year in their program.
• Meet the minimum GPA and academic-standing requirements established by their department.
• Demonstrate strong communication, active-listening, and public-speaking skills.
• Be able to clearly explain academic programs and student experiences.
• Be reliable, organized, professional, and comfortable interacting with individuals and groups.
• Work well with university staff and other ambassadors.
• Be willing to learn about School of Computing programs, resources, and policies.
• Be comfortable creating or participating in social media content and representing the School of Computing online.
• Be able to create basic photo or video content using a smartphone or other accessible recording device.

Previous leadership, mentoring, customer-service, campus-event, public-speaking, social media, photography, videography, communications, or content-creation experience is helpful but not required.
Salary Range
$14.00/hour
Working Conditions

• Typical work environment.

Time Commitment
Student Ambassador assignments will vary throughout the academic year based on visitor requests, tours, recruitment activities, events, and program needs. Ambassadors should expect to dedicate approximately five hours per week to social media and content creation, in addition to their regular ambassador assignments. Total expected hours range from 5-10 per week.
As part of their social media responsibilities, each ambassador will be expected to:

• Create or contribute to at least two pieces of social media content per month.
• Create at least one Day in the Life video/carousel per academic year.
• Provide social media coverage for at least two School of Computing events per academic year.

Additional assignments may be requested based on School of Computing communications needs and the ambassador's interests and availability.
Required Materials
To apply for the School of Computing Student & Social Media Ambassador Program,submit one Word or PDF document that includes the following:

• Your contact information, including: Full name, Major, Classification (first-year, sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student), Expected graduation date, and UT email address
• A brief written response (250 words or fewer) answering the following question: Why do you want to become a School of Computing Student & Social Media Ambassador, and what would you bring to the program?
• A publicly accessible link to your "One Day in My Life" video that best represents your storytelling style. This does not need to be newly created-share the piece you're most proud of.
• A publicly accessible link to one "Dealer's Choice" content example that showcases your creativity and skills. This may be a short-form video, photography, graphic design, written content or another project that highlights your abilities as a creator.

In addition to the requirement above, please include:

• Resume/CV
• 2 work references with their contact information
• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility:
Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.