Job Details

Description

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is seeking a motivated, analytical, and detail-oriented student assistant to support the Tribal Advisor in outreach and engagement efforts with California Tribal communities.

The student will assist with special projects focused on maintaining and improving a contact database used for Tribal outreach. Responsibilities include updating and validating key information, conducting quality checks on contact records, and assisting with geographic mapping related to Tribal communities and territories.

This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public service and government operations while supporting initiatives that strengthen communication and collaboration with Tribal governments throughout California.

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

Public Policy, Economics, Government Administration, Data Management, Data Analytics, Native American/Indigenous Studies or any related field of study.

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 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).

Compensation

$20.50 to $27.00 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of at least two years of college coursework.
• Must submit a cover letter with answers to the supplemental questions listed in the application instructions.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Experience working with spreadsheets, databases, or data tracking tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in public policy, public administration, tribal relations, geography, data analytics, or government operations.
• Familiarity with mapping tools, GIS, or geographic research.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or database management.
• Interest in working with Tribal governments or community outreach initiatives.
• 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 in maintaining and updating a Tribal outreach contact database.
• Conduct data quality checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of records.
• Research and update contact information for Tribal governments and related organizations.
• Support the Tribal Advisor with outreach tracking and special projects.
• Assist with mapping and geographic identification of Tribal communities.
• Organize and analyze data to support outreach and engagement efforts.
• Prepare summaries or basic reports related to outreach activities.
• Perform other administrative and analytical tasks as assigned.

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 environment or as determined by Supervisor.

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.

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 our application.

In addition to your resume, please upload a cover letter responses to the supplemental questions below:

Please respond to the following questions. Each response should be approximately 150-250 words.

1. Interest in the Position

Please describe your interest in this position and how it relates to your academic studies, career goals, or interest in public service.

2. Data and Organizational Experience

This position involves maintaining a contact database and ensuring the accuracy of information. Please describe any experience you have working with spreadsheets, databases, research, or organizing information.

3. Tribal Outreach and Engagement

The Tribal Advisor's Office works with Tribal governments and communities throughout California. What interests you about working in a role that supports Tribal outreach and engagement?

4. Attention to Detail

Describe a time when you had to work carefully with detailed information or data to ensure accuracy. What steps did you take to verify the information?

Apply by: April 27, 2026.

We will begin reviewing applications prior to the April 27, 2026 deadline and may move forward with interviews and selection at any time during the posting period.