TXI Tech Intern, Texas Immersive Institute, Moody College of Communication (Open to Work-Study)

Job Posting Title:

TXI Tech Intern, Texas Immersive Institute, Moody College of Communication (Open to Work-Study)

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Hiring Department:

Moody College of Communication

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

12

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Aug 24, 2026

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 07, 2027

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes:

• At the Texas Immersive Institute (TXI), we provide access to emerging technology and research to design for artists, scientists, and humanists who use storytelling to share solutions to big problems that are responsive, responsible, and remarkable. Our goal is to be a leading voice in the future of communication and media through applied creative and research projects using a mixture of live communication methods and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and organize technology within TXI’s lab space, including VR/AR headsets, haptic gear, fabrication tools, and projection systems, and computer systems.

• Set up and assist with demos involving virtual reality, augmented reality, and haptic feedback devices (e.g., bHaptics gear), touch screens or 3D Printers

• Operate and troubleshoot TXI’s spatial audio system (Genelec, Denon, MOTU)

• Help tech advise and participate in lab/industry projects with development teams such as StoryCorps or projects.

• Troubleshoot equipment and environment issues in real time; help ensure all gear is functioning safely and correctly

• Support student and faculty's use of immersive technology through one-on-one assistance/documentation or updating systems we currently have.

• Assist in documenting processes and maintaining studio signage and wikis

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate/Graduate Student at UT Austin - Open to Work Study

• Open to Work, M-F

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with immersive media tools such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or TouchDesigner (basic knowledge is sufficient)

• Comfortable using VR headsets (e.g., Meta Quest 2 and 3), AR devices, or motion capture tools.

• Understanding of or willingness to learn projection-mapping workflows and spatial audio setups

• Interest in creative technology, media arts, or human-computer interaction and open to learning new tools and technologies as they are available if no prior knowledge is given.

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and excited to learn through hands-on work and self-motivating.

• Experience/knowledge of agentic workflow systems like Claude Co-work, GPT Work, Hermes/OpenClaw helpful but not necessary.

Pay Rate:

• $20/hour

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

• 12 hours/week

Career Competencies:

• Problem Solving

• Initative

• Effective Communication

Required Materials:

• Resume

• One-page Cover Letter

• Link to portfolio or work samples

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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.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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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.

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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.

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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.