Student Employment and Internships
UT San Antonio students can participate in meaningful student employment and internship opportunities throughout Business Affairs. Our career-engaged learning opportunities align closely with the Business Affairs strategic pathways to cultivate an inspiring and empowering workplace and connect and engage with our community.
Student Employment
Business Affairs includes six major service areas: Administration and Operations, Campus Services, Facilities, Financial Affairs, Public Safety, and Real Estate, Construction and Planning. Our student employees are valued team members, and over 100 students participate in student employment and internship experiences throughout our service areas each academic year.
When hiring, priority is given to students with work-study funding. Students interested in working on campus should check Handshake for available positions. Any questions about student employment opportunities can be directed to VPBAOffice@utsa.edu
Internship Experiences
Through our internship opportunities, Business Affairs builds meaningful connections with students and provides valuable career-engaged learning opportunities that support students’ academic curriculum. Recent interns have been from the departments of Communication, Public Administration, Construction Science and Management, and Criminology and Criminal Justice.
Internship opportunities are posted on Handshake and interested students are highly encouraged to apply. Internship experiences within Business Affairs offer hands-on learning, mentorship, and valuable opportunities for students to network both internally within the university and externally within the larger San Antonio community.
Business Affairs Communications Academy
Business Affairs is proud to offer the Communications Academy during the fall 2025 semester. This unique opportunity is a paid training program for undergraduate students. Participants will benefit from approximately 13 weeks of hands-on training during the fall semester facilitated by members of the professional staff on the Business Affairs Strategic Communications team. Throughout the semester, students will strengthen valuable skills in writing, social media management, basic graphic design, web edits, photography, videography and more.
At the end of the semester, successful candidates will be offered continued student employment with the Business Affairs Strategic Communications team. We are accepting applications on Handshake to join the program for fall 2025. Contact the Business Affairs Strategic Communications team with any questions about the program.
FAQ
How many students does Business Affairs employ each semester?
The division of Business Affairs employs over 100 student employees and interns each semester.
What is the difference between student employment and internships?
Student employment refers to the hiring and administration of temporary part-time jobs for UT San Antonio students to work on campus. This includes all student employee positions, including work-study positions. An internship is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. Internships are closely aligned with a student’s major and have clearly defined learning objectives. Students can learn more about the definitions of student positions at the university in the Handbook of Operating Procedures.
What is work-study and how can I be considered?
The Federal Work-Study Program offers eligible students the chance to earn college funds by working a part-time job on campus or in community service agencies. Interested students can contact One Stop Enrollment - Financial Aid for more details.
What resources are available to help students with resume and interview prep?
The University Career Center assists students in any phase of their career journey, including: Career Assessment, Career Exploration and Planning, Resume / Cover Letter Review, Interview Prep, Professional Networking Assistance, Graduate or Professional School Assistance, Internship / Job Search Assistance, and Professional Headshots.
Where can I find and apply for employment opportunities within Business Affairs?
The best way to find and apply for student employment and internship positions is on Handshake. Business Affairs representatives will attend career fairs hosted by the University Career Center in order to promote available positions.
What types of work do student employees do in Business Affairs?
Student employee positions within Business Affairs align with a wide range of academic majors and provide hands-on training and meaningful professional experience. Business Affairs hires student employees to work in many areas, including Public Safety, Human Resources, Financial Affairs, Strategic Communications, Real Estate and more. Responsibilities vary per office, but examples include social media management and graphic design, assisting with event planning, creating professional correspondence, managing complex projects, and more. Students are encouraged to read job descriptions on Handshake to learn more about available positions within Business Affairs.
Student Success Stories
Sohail Ali
Sohail Ali started working at the university as a Student Clerk in fall 2024 and was promoted to Student Intern in the Office of the Controller in spring 2025. In these roles he gained valuable experience in financial reconciliation and project expenditures. He used query viewers and Excel to analyze data to gain a specialized understanding of financial operations.
Sohail also evaluated the Student Billing Plan and recommended improvements by identifying friction points. He looks forward to applying the skills he learned through this internship post-graduation.
Valeria Cazares Reyna
As a Graduate Student Intern with Administrative Services, Valeria Reyna worked with the Office of the Executive Vice President for Business Affairs. During her internship, she gained experience in project management and developed resources to optimize office procedures. Valeria also supported improvements in the Business Affairs Awards and Recognition Program.
This internship gave Valeria hands-on experience in collaboration, analytical, and management skills that she will continue to develop in her career. Valeria graduated with her Masters in Higher Education Administration in May 2025.
Mia Coronado
Since joining Campus Services as a Communications and Marketing Intern, Mia Coronado has created engaging content, collaborating with various offices across Campus Services to ensure brand consistency. During her internship, she gained insight into the importance of maintaining a brand voice and visual identity, while also strengthening her writing and communication skills.
This internship has given Mia confidence in professional communication. She looks forward to applying all the valuable skills she learned to her very own small business ventures post-graduation.
Madeleine Marroquin
Madeleine Marroquin, pursuing a degree in Communications with a minor in Marketing, served as a Communications and Marketing Intern with Campus Services. During her internship, she had the opportunity to assist in promoting various campaigns and services such as Peanut Butter Parking, Parking for Paletas, Toys for Tickets, transportation, and meal plans. Her efforts led to the creation of some of the department’s highest-performing social media posts to date and provided her with valuable experience in event planning and strategic communication.
Madeleine learned to be confident in her creativity and that adaptability is key when working in a fast-paced environment. She is excited to put these skills to use in her next internship position at UT System.
Quincy Nguyen
Pursuing her BBA as an Operations and Supply Chain Management major, Quincy Nguyen worked as the Student Intern for the Purchasing department. In collaboration with the Purchasing team, Quincy helped to develop content strategy and design templates for social media posts.
In addition to strengthening her marketing and social media management skills, she learned the importance of time management and staying flexible in a fast-paced environment. She also gained experience refining her writing and design skills for specific social media platforms and audiences, including LinkedIn.
