About the role#
University Enterprises, Inc. is hiring a Student Assistant to support the California Department of Transportation. You will work in a learning capacity under the supervision of a Senior Transportation Engineer to manage culvert and drainage system data. This is a part-time, temporary, and hybrid position.
What you'll do#
- Research project files, contracts, and as-built plans to identify the location and characteristics of drainage systems.
- Enter and verify inspection data using ArcGIS and related databases.
- Clean up records by finding and fixing missing or duplicate information.
- Manage digital files, including organizing photos and inspection forms.
- Create maps, reports, and data summaries for engineering staff.
- Prepare and maintain field equipment such as GPS units, cameras, and hand-held computers.
- Sync field data and assist with general office tasks or site visits.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at an accredited college or university on the official affiliation list.
- Minimum of six semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduates, or four semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.
- Cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
- Major in Computer Science, Data Science, Data Analytics, Geography, GIS, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Residency in California throughout your employment.
- Preference is given to applicants up to 26 years of age who are or have been a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, a formerly incarcerated youth, or a victim of human trafficking.
Location & details#
- Location: Oakland, California.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Schedule: Flexible hours between 8 AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday. You may work up to 24 hours per week during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during school breaks.
About University Enterprises, Inc.
University Enterprises, Inc. is a non-profit corporation based in Sacramento, California. Founded in 1946, it provides programs and services to support the campus community at Sacramento State. The organization employs 133 people. It functions as a resource for the educational and social environment of the university.
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