Engineering Student Assistant - Structure Construction - Technician/Field Work (Santa Rosa, CA)

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.

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

Engineering.

Work Schedule

F lexible workdays and work hours, Monday – Friday, between 8 AM – 5 PM. 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

$18.28 – $28.16 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
• 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.
• Basic knowledge of mathematics, drafting, and standard English.
• Ability to understand fundamental engineering concepts.
• Ability to perform accurate calculations.
• Ability to learn technical processes, terminology, and computer applications.
• Ability to support safe work practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Works under close supervision in a training capacity with minimal consequences for error.
Ability to perform field work and travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Under the amendment to Government Code Section 18220, state agencies shall give preference to a qualified applicant (up to 26 years of age) who is, or has been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, a formerly incarcerated youth, or a victim of human trafficking.
• Willingness to perform routine and detailed tasks as part of the learning process.
• Openness to developing practical skills and techniques through hands-on experience.
Flexibility to accept rotating assignments, geographic transfers, and changes in shift, work hours, or work days.

Duties and Responsibilities

• In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will assist with making inspections for enforcing compliance with plans and specifications; inspecting work as to the quantity, quality, and methodology; recording manpower and equipment usage along with pertinent details; preparing documentation of the work performed.
• In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will assist with drafting, preparing contract pay estimates and other documents and reports involved in construction projects.
In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will assist in reviewing and approving submittals and working drawings, preparation of contract plans, profiles, cross sections, details; determining quantities, including making fundamental mathematical calculations; performance of minor surveys.

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 an office or in a field environment.

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 your most recent transcripts.

Apply by: March 22, 2026