The UTA Lockheed Martin College Work Experience Program (CWEP), which allows undergraduate and graduate students to gain real-world work skills and abilities relevant to their academic and career goals, is one of numerous UTA initiatives designed to increase meaningful engagement between the University and the corporate community. It aligns with UTA’s Maverick Advantage program, which prepares students for careers through experiential, hands-on learning opportunities.

CWEP is a 2 (consecutive) semester-long program that is open to both undergraduates and graduate students. CWEPs can work up to 25 hours per week during spring and fall semesters, and up to 40 hours per week during Spring, Summer and Winter Breaks with Supervisor approval, Monday – Thursday. The CWEP is a paid opportunity for students in which pay is based on class standing (Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, Grad Students (Masters-level) and the specific position assigned (technical vs. non-technical).

• 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.

• 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 being 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.

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.