##  [Teaching Assistants](/people/teaching-assistants) 

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Each year, we hire a limited number of Teaching Assistants (TAs) to support our undergraduate and graduate courses. TAs play an essential role in helping us deliver high‑quality learning experiences and hands‑on education.

## About TA Positions

All undergraduate and graduate students, including non‑research students, are welcome to apply.

TAs at UBC are members of [CUPE 2278 (Component 1)](https://cupe2278.ca/), and all TA appointments follow the CUPE 2278–UBC Collective Agreement. Union membership is a condition of employment, and salaries are set according to CUPE and UBC rates.

We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify with groups underrepresented or marginalized under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

## Application Timeline

- **Applications open:** Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- **Priority deadline:** April 30, 2026, at 11:59pm  
    Applications submitted after this date may be considered only if additional capacity remains.

Current CUPE 2278 members (Component 1) should apply by this date to be considered preferred candidates.

Apply using the link at the bottom of this page.

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## Eligibility Requirements

To apply, you must:

- Be a UBC student (undergraduate or graduate) or a recent UBC graduate (within 8 months).
- Be eligible to work in Canada and reside in British Columbia for the duration of the appointment.
- Be available for onsite duties, including labs, tutorials, and lectures.
- Meet workload limits and safety/training requirements.
- Complete the Faculty of Applied Science (APSC) TA training program.

Full details are available in the accordions below.

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Full Eligibility Requirements





### Registration





- Current UBC students or recent graduates (within 8 months) are eligible.
- Applicants must be registered or unconditionally accepted into a UBC program for the term of the TA appointment.
- Students from other programs may be considered based on experience and suitability.





### Workload Limits





Because Winter TA applications open before course schedules and final enrolments are confirmed, the number of hours assigned to each course can vary from year to year. Some courses