Monday, June 6, 2016

Graduate Student Assistant

Organization: State of California Department of Finance

Location: California

Job Type: Summer Intern


Salary: 
$ 11.76 – 16.24 per hour

Deadline: June 17, 2016
  
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Economic Research Unit is offering a paid 12-16 week summer internship opportunity for graduate level students. Participating interns work under the direct supervision of the Chief Economist and other experienced economists, and gain on-the-job training that integrates education, career development, and public service. During the summer, the interns will help incorporate regional economic data in a systematic way into the existing economic forecasting framework, as well as explore public policy questions of interest to California. Interns will observe professional staff in action; attend staff meetings, lectures, or other unit activities. They will be expected to complete a report by the end of the internship describing the analysis, including findings and recommendations. Interns will have opportunities to interact and network with fellow interns throughout the duration of the internship. This interaction will provide positive learning benefits and opportunities for information sharing. Interns are not guaranteed a job at the end of the internship; however, interns should explore the possibility of earning academic credit through their schools.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: 
  • Economics/Public Policy/Public Finance: Possess an interest in economics, public policy, public finance, or a comparable field. 
  • Technical Skills: Knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Possess strong organizational skills and be able to process a large number of documents quickly. 
  • Communication Skills: Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. 
  • Work Ethic: Essential personal qualifications include integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and the ability to work in a team environment. 
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE JOB: Irena Asmundson (916) 322-2263 E-mail: Irena.Asmundson@dof.ca.gov

TO APPLY: Submit a standard state application (Std. 678), resume, and proof of registration as a graduate student in a college or university of recognized standing by email (preferred) or mail. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be scheduled for interviews. All appointments are subject to applicable state personnel rules.
SEND MATERIALS TO: 
Department of Finance Attn: 
Gladys Imperio-Acosta 
915 L Street, 12th Floor, Suite 1235 
Sacramento, CA 95814 
Email: Gladys Imperio-Acosta@dof.ca.gov

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