Student Assistant

About the Organization

Are you looking for a different type of state government job? Something with a little more excitement and a more fast-paced and fluid environment? How about an opportunity to be part of one of the most remarkable transportation projects in California's history? The California High-Speed Rail Authority is a small and dynamic state agency that is looking for employees who are interested in a challenging and rewarding job opportunity.

About the Role

Under close supervision from the Northern California Deputy Regional Director and in a learning capacity, the Student Assistant supports the Northern California Regional Branch by performing various technical work and office tasks related to external relations and outreach activities such as updating contact lists, researching outreach activities, drafting communications and news articles, assisting in plan and organize events, and other tasks related to the Branch as assigned.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Desirable Skills

• Understanding of general outreach and communications concepts.
• Strong writing and oral communications skills.
• Ability to work with a variety of people in the assigned work environment.
• Thoroughly and accurately follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to represent the Authority in a variety of settings.
• Working knowledge of personal computer operating systems and software, including basic Microsoft Office is desirable.
• Experience researching, developing, analyzing, writing, and editing academic, informational, or news-related content.
• Experience with collateral such as PowerPoint presentations, fact sheets, newsletters, or other written materials aimed at promoting or educating the public about a program or cause.
• Experience with business tasks, including notetaking at meetings, maintaining electronic files, and use of digital platforms for organization and communications.
• Experience editing and proofreading documents and corresponding with stakeholders.
• Students with academic majors in Communications, Journalism, Public Administration, or Political Science are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

To learn more about the minimum qualifications, please click here. Proof of application for, or enrollment as a student in, an appropriate college or university program.

State Hiring Process

For more information about the State hiring process, click here.

To learn more about how to get a State job, click here.

Location

The High-Speed Rail Authority Fresno building is located in downtown Fresno at 1111 H Street. We are located within walking distance of public transportation, many restaurants, Chukchansi Park, and Courthouse Park.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

State Hiring Process

For more information about the State hiring process, click here.

To learn more about how to get a State job, click here.