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Conditions of
Employment
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This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.
Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.
UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week’s notice.
UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.
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Prerequisites
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Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (Fall, Spring and Winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list. To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser: http://www.calinterns.org/wp-content/uploads/Affiliation_List.pdf
Students must be enrolled in at least: six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.
Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.
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Majors/Fields of Study
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Public Policy/Administration, Environmental Studies, Land Use Planning, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Sustainability, Chemistry, Biology, or any other related fields.
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Work Schedule
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Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday – Friday, between 8 AM – 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.
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Additional Work Schedule
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Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday – Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).
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Compensation
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$19.50-$24.50 per hour.
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Minimum Qualifications
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- Must complete each term with minimum unit requirements for Undergraduate and Graduate student classifications. Proof will be collected at the end of each Spring and Fall term.
- Working knowledge of office equipment, like printers and fax machines. Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular).
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Preferred Qualifications
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- Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.
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Duties and Responsibilities
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- Provide research support to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) on a range of policy and infrastructure-related topics.
- Conduct analysis related to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CPUC regulatory processes used for siting infrastructure projects.
- Explore and develop potential solutions to help expedite regulatory cases and improve process efficiency.
- Assist in planning and supporting public workshops and meetings for staff and management.
- Provide logistical and technical support for workshops, conferences, and stakeholder engagement events.
- Serve as a liaison or assist with coordinating workshop setup, including scheduling, materials, and communication.
- Collaborate with the Information Technology (IT) Division to ensure all technical requirements for meetings and workshops are met.
- Attend workshops and meetings as needed to provide real-time support and address emerging needs.
- Monitor public comments and feedback during workshops and proceedings.
- Work closely with the workshop coordinator to ensure all stakeholders have appropriate access to participation platforms and forums.
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Physical Requirements
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Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Working Conditions
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Work is performed in a hybrid environment.
Students/Employees will be required to work according to the current UEI remote workplace policy and sign a UEI Work from Home Agreement. The decision to permit an employee to work from home is at the discretion of the supervisor or employer and may, at any time and with or without cause, unilaterally terminate the option to work from home.
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Application Instructions
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Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the “Educational Experience” section and any employment history in the “Employment Experience” section of our application.
Apply by: May 15, 2026
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