Job Details

Description

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is seeking to hire two (2) creative and analytical student assistants who can assist in resolving complex governmental problems in the Communications Division. The student filling this position will be assisting with special projects within the many units of the division.

This opportunity will provide the student with experience performing complex analytical work while following government guidelines and obtaining the ability to analyze data and present ideas, as well as gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of stakeholders in day-to-day work.

This is a hybrid position. The physical work address for in-office days is: 300 Capitol Mall, Suite 500, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Requirements

Conditions of

Employment

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.

Prerequisites

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.

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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.

Majors/Fields of Study

Business Administration, Communication Studies, Economics, Public Policy.

Work Schedule

Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday - Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.

Compensation

$17.00 to $24.00 per hour.

Additional Work Schedule

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).

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.
• Reason logically and creatively and utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex governmental problems. Develop and evaluate alternatives.
• Analyze data and present ideas and information effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work.
• Coordinate the work of others.
• Demonstrated ability to act independently; open-minded, flexible, and tactful.
• Ability to properly handle confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate Microsoft Office experience is preferred. Including, but not limited to, Excel, SharePoint, and Visio.
• 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling interviews for hiring managers.
• Providing support to all Branches/Units within the Communications Division.
• Processing Resolutions.
• Updating SharePoint pages.
• Updating org charts.
• External postings - working with talent to post jobs on various sites.
• Tracking of Probation Reports and Performance Appraisal Summaries and sending out reminder emails.

Physical Requirements

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.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a hybrid office 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.

The physical work address for in-office days is: 300 Capitol Mall, Suite 500, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Application Instructions

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 the application.

Apply by: 04/11/2026