Remote Policy Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description
The California Energy Commission (CEC) is seeking to hire one student assistant. The California Energy Commission (CEC) under the Office of Commissioner Gallardo is seeking to hire one Clean Energy Policy Fellow will support Commissioner Gallardo's office by conducting policy research and analysis on geothermal energy, siting and permitting, energy security, and tribal energy initiatives. The fellow will evaluate permitting and regulatory processes - particularly for geothermal development - and produce written materials, including memos, briefings, and presentations, to support the Commissioner's work in these areas.
Requirements
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.
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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, Geology, Government, Natural Sciences, Political Science, Public Policy & Administration, Public Health, Social Science, or any other closely related field.
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
$20.08 to $35.70 per hour.
Minimum Qualifications

• Students must be in good standing and have a minimum 2.0 GPA or above.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing).
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain good work.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be comfortable or have a willingness to learn Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and various other computer programs.
• Ability to think critically, do thorough research, and communicate results.

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

• Conduct policy research and analysis on geothermal energy development, clean energy siting and permitting, energy security, and tribal energy initiatives.
• Review and evaluate federal, state, local, and tribal permitting and regulatory processes affecting geothermal and other clean energy projects.
• Identify regulatory barriers, policy gaps, and opportunities to improve the efficiency and coordination of clean energy project development.
• Prepare clear and concise policy memos, briefing materials, reports, talking points, and presentations for the Commissioner and office staff.
• Monitor emerging legislation, regulatory proceedings, industry trends, and research related to geothermal energy and clean energy policy.
• Collaborate with Commission staff, government agencies, tribal representatives, industry partners, and community stakeholders to gather information and support policy initiatives.

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.
In addition to your resume, please upload the following documents:

• Cover Letter.
• Work Availability.
• References.
• Transcripts (official or unofficial) must show your name, major, school' s name, current and complete enrollment history, and GPA. Screenshots will not be accepted for review.

Apply by: 9/28/2026