Student Assistant - Technician​/Field Work - Audio Engineering Intern - Remote

• Job Category Part-time, Off-campus , California Department of Parks and Recreation
• Employee Type Student Assistant
• Required Degree NONE
• Travel 5%
• Manage Others No

The California Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) is seeking to hire a student assistant for the role of an Audio Engineering Intern to assist the Interpretation and Education Division by recording, editing, and producing a podcast series that highlights California State Parks’ natural, cultural, and recreational resources through both studio-based conversations and on-site field interviews.

The work location is in a remote environment centered within driving distance of Sonoma County.

Work Schedule:

The intern should anticipate fulfilling the requirements of the internship during the academic year, working 16–18 hours per week.

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.

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.

Communications, Ecology, Forestry, Parks and Recreation Management, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Media, Graphic Design, Environmental Education, Audio Engineering, Audio Production, Media Production, Broadcasting, Communications, Music Technology, or other related field of study.

Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday – Friday, between 8 AM – 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.

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).

$17.00 per hour.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited or recognized college institution in the program areas of audio engineering, audio production, media production, broadcasting, communications, music technology, or other related programs.
• Completion of a capstone project showcasing podcast production highlights, lessons learned, and contributions to State Parks.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely via video conferencing, email, phone, and in person with State Parks staff and podcast participants.
• Willingness and ability to represent California State Parks in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.
• Ability to perform essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Proven ability to be both self-directed and a positive contributing member of a team or work group.
• Proficiency with Apple hardware and Mac OS; ability to operate State-provided Macbook Pro.
• Proficienc…