Job Description

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking to hire one student assistant. The student assistant will work as part of a team working on regulatory amendments and implementation of the In-Use Off-Road Diesel Fueled Fleets Regulation, Large-Spark Ignition Regulation, Zero Emission Forklift Regulation, and California Clean Construction Program (Off-Road Regulations). The student assistant will be part of a team that provides compliance assistance with the Off-Road Regulations, working directly with the regulated community. The successful student will also develop compliance assistance tools, guidance documents, outreach materials, and perform database queries for data analysis.

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

Physical, biological, or environmental sciences; mathematics, engineering, or a related field. Public policy or English major with a science minor will be considered.

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

$16.50 - $28.78 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

Strong communication, organizational, critical thinking skills. Possess resourcefulness, perseverance, and be a quick learner and hard worker. Demonstrated ability to gather information from a variety of sources, evaluate and analyze information. Have knowledge on Excel and/or Access. Synthesize and report information using Word and PowerPoint and defend data and conclusions. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and persuasively orally and in writing and conduct themselves courteously and professionally in the workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Respond to phone calls in the DOORs hotline and inbox and provide compliance assistance. Provide compliance assistance for the In-Use Off-Road Diesel Fueled Fleets, Large Spark Ignition, and Zero Emission Forklift Regulations (Off-Road Regulations). Implement the Off-Road Regulations and other programs, such as the California Clean Construction Program. Update documentation and guidance documents. Compile data for project evaluations. Develop presentations, take notes at meetings, and research of regulatory language, as directed. Identify outreach opportunities and create outreach materials.

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.





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 the following documents:


Transcripts Cover Letter explaining why you are the best fit for this position, the Cover Letter must be: + One page
+ Single space
+ 12 point Arial font

Apply by: December 3, 2025

CARB is charged with protecting the public from the harmful effects of air pollution and developing programs and actions to fight climate change. From requirements for clean cars and fuels to adopting innovative solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, California has pioneered a range of effective approaches that have set the standard for effective air and climate programs for the nation, and the world.



For more information please visit: About | California Air Resources Board