Student Assistant - CPUC - Executive Division - Hybrid

The CPUC regulates privately owned electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water, railroad, rail transit, and passenger transportation companies, in addition to authorizing video franchises. Our five Governor- appointed Commissioners, as well as our staff, are dedicated to ensuring that consumers have safe, reliable utility service at reasonable rates, protecting against fraud, and promoting the health of California’s economy.

The California Public Utilities Commission’s (CPUC) Office of Commissioner Christine Harada (Executive Division) is seeking to hire a motivated Student Assistant who will support and advance public policies in clean energy, environmental sustainability, and related to the regulation of utilities.

The Student Assistant will work with the Commissioner’s advisors to provide key research and analyses that will enhance CPUC programs and proceedings and improve collaboration with sister agencies such as California Air Resources Board, California Energy Commission, etc. The Student Assistant will contribute to the flow of our daily operations including coordinating with advisors, division staff, and external organizations. Your research skills, attention to detail, and proactive mindset will keep projects moving, communication flowing, and our team focused on what matters most.

You’ll help create a smooth, supportive, and positive work environment that allows everyone to excel. You’ll also be a part of a supportive, collaborative culture where your contributions will be valued and highly recognized.

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. 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.

Majors/Fields of Study

Economics, Public Policy and Administration, Law, Government, Political Science, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration, and Ethnic Studies.

Work Schedule

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

Additional Work Schedule

Student Assistant employees generally work up to 20 hours per work week (Sunday – Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per work week during breaks; (Winter, Spring & Summer).

Up to 8 weeks full time, or 12 weeks part time for summer.

Compensation

$17.00 to 23.00 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must complete each term with minimum unit requirements for Undergraduate and Graduate student classifications. Proof will be collected at the e…