Student Assistant

• Legislative and External Affairs
• Hybrid University Enterprises, Inc.
• 4.0 Sacramento, CA Job Details Part-time $17
• $22 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Work from home Qualifications Writing skills Legislation Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description The California Office of Data and Innovation (ODI) helps deliver better services to the people of California through technology and design.

In close partnership with our colleagues in other state departments, we reimagine and deliver more equitable and effective programs and products. We listen to Californians who use a program now or may do so tomorrow and hear about what they need. We build tools and products, create and enhance digital services, conduct research, identify data solutions and offer training. We are a cross-discipline staff with blended backgrounds in design, engineering, product, operations, data, research, policy and strategy. If you can imagine joining this growing, and inclusive team, please apply!

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//innovation.ca.gov/ . The California Office of Data and Innovation (ODI) is seeking to hire a student assistant to work u nder the direction of the Head of Legislative and External Affairs. The student assistant will provide analytical, administrative, and coordination support for ODI's legislative and external affairs functions. This position supports research, stakeholder engagement, policy analysis, and internal coordination to help advance ODI's mission of delivering better government services through technology and design. The student assistant will ensure a smooth day-to-day operations, prepares high-quality materials for leadership, and supports engagement with legislative offices, industry partners, and other external stakeholders. This po sition is scheduled to begin in October 1, 2026. 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 an accredited college or university 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 Political Science, International Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Economics, Government, Public Policy and Administration, or Public Relations. 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, summer). Compensation $17.00
• $22.

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 end of each Spring and Fall term. Strong research and writing skills. Interest in digital government, technology policy, or public sector innovation. Foundational knowledge of the California legislative process or public policy. Experience supporting stakeholder engagement or public-facing initiatives. 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. Preference for candidates with advanced undergraduate standing (entering their senior year) or enrollment in a master's or doctoral program. Duties and Responsibilities Manage scheduling and logistics for internal and external meetings, including coordinating across state agencies, legislative offices, and stakeholders. Prepare meeting agendas, background materials, briefing packets, and follow-up summaries to ensure leadership is well prepared. Draft professional correspondence, emails, memos, and routine communications on behalf of the Head of Legislative and External Affairs. Track action items, deadlines, and commitments to ensure timely follow-through and alignment with strategic priorities. Maintain organized digital filing systems and tracking tools for legislative, stakeholder, and policy documents. Assist with preparation of reports, presentations, dashboards, and executive briefings. Coordinate travel, procurement, and administrative processes related to legislative and external engagement activities. Support development of templates, standard operating procedures, and workflow improvements to strengthen team efficiency. Maintain and update stakeholder contact lists and engagement trackers. Conduct background research on industry groups, trade associations, advocacy organizations, and public sector partners. Coordinate logistics for stakeholder meetings, roundtables, innovation forums, and industry engagement activities. Prepare stakeholder briefing materials, meeting summaries, and follow-up communications. Monitor external publications, policy trends, and relevant news. Assist in drafting outreach materials such as invitations, fact sheets, FAQs, and event summaries. Support responses to external information requests in coordination with leadership and program teams. Support the tracking of state legislation and policy developments impacting ODI. Draft bill summaries, issue briefs, and background research to support leadership decision-making. Monitor legislative hearings and committee agendas for relevant policy. Maintain internal bill tracking systems and assist with preparing legislative reports and status updates. Support preparation of briefing materials, talking points, and informational documents for meetings with legislative staff. Coordinate internal review processes to gather input from program teams on legislative matters. 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 i s performed in a hybrid environment. In office 2 days a week as schedules allow. The ODI Office is located at 401 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. 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 the application. Please upload the following documents with your application: Resume Apply by: September 22, 2026