Lockheed Martin - College Work Experience Program - Technical

University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A university in Texas is offering part-time positions in the Lockheed Martin College Work Experience Program. This program provides undergraduate and graduate students with real-world experience relevant to their studies. Candidates from technical majors are encouraged to apply, while maintaining academic standing is essential. Working hours are flexible but typically range from 12 to 25 hours per week. Students are required to undergo background checks and comply with specific enrollment rules. Join the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various roles.

Qualifications

• Students must agree to background and drug screening.
• Full-time enrollment implies specific credit hours.
• No other paid positions allowed while participating.
• Must have completed at least one semester at UTA prior to applying.
• Must be enrolled as a full‑time student at UTA for Fall and Spring.
• CWEP prohibits holding another paid campus position without CWEP Coordinator approval.

Responsibilities

• Duties vary based on Lockheed Martin hiring managers.
• Positions may include Engineer, Billing, Test Planning.

Skills

Technical majors

Citizenship (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person)

Good academic standing

Mathematics

Education

Enrolled as a full-time student at UTA

Completed at least one semester at UTA

Job description

Lockheed Martin - College Work Experience Program - Technical

Open to: University wide (Internal Only)

Position Status: Part-time

Work Hours: Must work 12–25 hours per week, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday.

The UTA Lockheed Martin College Work Experience Program (CWEP) allows undergraduate and graduate students to gain real‑world work skills relevant to their academic and career goals. It aligns with UTA’s Maverick Advantage program, which prepares students for careers through experiential, hands‑on learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will vary based on position provided by Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) Hiring Managers. Some examples of past positions include: Engineer, Billing, Test Planning, etc.

Required Qualifications

• The following majors will be considered for technical roles: Science, Engineering, Technology, and Mathematics. All other majors should apply for CWEP non‑technical roles.
• Students must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person.
• Undergraduate and Graduate students must be in good academic standing as per their college requirements.
• Students must have completed at least one semester at UTA prior to applying for the program.
• Students must be enrolled as a full‑time student at UTA for Fall and Spring semesters.
• Undergraduate Students = 12 hours
• Graduate Students (masters‑level) = 9 hours
• Any college credits taken at another institution must be in addition to full‑time enrollment at UTA.
• Students must agree to background screening and urine drug screening (Students must understand and agree that no person with a positive drug test will be assigned to work at Lockheed Martin facilities).
• While working in CWEP, students are not allowed to hold another employed position without the approval of the CWEP Coordinator. Outside employment will be vetted through UTA’s internal system for any potential conflict of interest.
• Students are NOT permitted to hold other paid positions on campus while participating in the program.

EEO Statement

UTA shall consider and approve applicants for the CWEP without regard to legally protected characteristics. Further, UTA will consider and approve applicants for CWEP without regard to mental or physical disability as long as the essential functions of the job, as identified by LMC , can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume or CV
• Transcripts