Temporary Employee (TES) Part-Time

Carnegie Mellon University’s Temporary Employment Services (TES) offers temporary part-time positions that provide valuable on-the-job training, competitive benefits, and potential for long-term career growth in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

About The TES Candidate Pool

This is a general posting for the TES candidate pool. Positions are filled on a rolling basis, and applicants may be matched with open assignments as they become available.

Possible Assignment Areas

• Administrative and Office Support: Clerical tasks, reception, calendar management, data entry, and executive support.
• Finance and Business Operations: Budgeting, invoicing, procurement, and financial data processing support.
• Academic and Research Support: Department or lab assistance, event logistics, scheduling, or basic research coordination.
• Student Services and Enrollment Support: Roles in admissions, registration, advising offices, or other student-facing departments.
• Project and Event Coordination: Planning and execution of events, conferences, or short-term campus projects.
• Communications and Marketing: Content creation, email campaigns, social media scheduling, and basic graphic design.
• Library and Instructional Services: Administrative support for circulation desks, instructional coordination, or library operations.
• Customer Service and Campus Services: Positions in the bookstore, post office, dining services, or other face-to-face service areas.
• Entry-Level Technical Roles: IT support/help desk, data entry, lab technician roles, or junior web development.

What We’re Looking For

At Carnegie Mellon, we value adaptability, excellence, and passion. We’re seeking team members who can engage effectively with a diverse population and uphold a high level of integrity.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational abilities
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information

Qualifications

• A combination of education and relevant experience that demonstrates comparable knowledge will be considered
• One or more years of administrative or office support experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite required
• Experience in a university or similar environment is a plus

Requirements

• Successful completion of a background check
• Reference checks

Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.

Benefits

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
• Tuition benefits
• Ample paid time off and observed holidays
• Life and accidental death and disability insurance
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• Access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
• Fitness center access

Pay

Hourly

Schedule

Part time

Location: Pittsburgh, PA