Student Assistant - Communications & Policy Support - Remote

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is the state’s lead agency for protecting public health and the environment by reducing air pollution and advancing climate action. Its mission is to promote and protect public health, welfare, and ecological resources through the effective reduction of air pollutants while recognizing economic impacts.

CARB develops and enforces the nation’s most progressive air quality and greenhouse gas standards, oversees statewide climate programs, and works closely with local air districts, community groups, and industry stakeholders. Its efforts drive innovation in clean transportation, reduce harmful pollutants, and prioritize support for communities disproportionately affected by air quality challenges.

The California Air Resources Board is seeking to hire three student assistants for the Student Assistant – Communications & Policy Support (Remote).

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

Environmental Studies/Sustainability, Communications, Public Policy/Public Administration, Sociology/Social Sciences, Political Science, Community Engagement/Public Service fields, English/Writing/Journalism, Mathematics, Engineering, or a science-related field, Other related majors with an interest in public service or environmental programs.

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

$20.00 - $34.23 an hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of college-level English composition or other writing-intensive coursework.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate information clearly and effectively. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with community service, outreach, volunteer work, or public-facing communication.
• Ability to prepare written summaries, reports, meeting notes, or outreach materials.
• Interest in environmental justice and community-focused programs.
• Ability to organize documents, maintain records, and manage calendars.
• Ability to interpret program information and explain it clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to analyze situations and recommend practical, well-reasoned actions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort communicating with agencies, community groups, or stakeholders. 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 staff in preparing communication materials, outreach content, and policy summaries.
• Help organize and coordinate public meetings, workshops, and virtual events with air districts and community organizations.
• Support internal and external stakeholder communication, including drafting emails, summaries, and informational content.
• Organize documents, manage calendars, and support administrative coordination.
• Assist with research of public-facing program information and compile clear, concise summaries. Help ensure incentive program information is communicated effectively and equitably to communities statewide.

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 remote 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.

Apply by: Friday, October 30, 2026