Student Assistant I

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR); United States; On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) Center for Ocean Leadership (COL) seeks a Student Assistant to provide basic research, administrative, and program support. You will collect and organize information, conduct literature searches, prepare materials, and assist with meetings and workshops under COL staff guidance. This on-site, fixed-term position supports U.S.

operations. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited program and able to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited program with intent to continue.
• Ability to conduct literature searches and summarize findings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic literature, web, and document searches on ocean science topics.
• Collect, organize, and summarize information from various sources.
• Assist with briefing materials, presentations, and reports.
• Enter and maintain program, stakeholder, contact, and project data.
• Support data collection, organization, and basic quality checks.
• Assist with meetings, workshops, and background research for COL.
• Support use of AI-enabled research tools under guidance.

Skills

Literature searches

Data organization

Basic writing

Team collaboration

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited program

Tools

AI tools

Web research tools

Office applications

Job description

Position Type:

Term - Casual (Fixed Term)

Visa Sponsored Job:

No

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Hiring Range:

46,675.00 USD - 48,738.00 USD

*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the role.

Application Closes at 12:00am MST on:

2026-09-26

About the Role

Provide basic research, administrative, and program support to the UCAR Center for Ocean Leadership (COL). The Student Assistant will assist COL staff with collecting and organizing information, conducting defined research assignments, preparing basic written materials, maintaining program information, and supporting meetings, workshops, and other program activities. Work will be performed under the direction of COL staff using established procedures and task-specific guidance.

Job Description

Application Deadline:

• This position will be posted until 12 am MDT (at the beginning) of Saturday, September 27 2026.

Required application materials: (preferably in PDF Format)

• Resume
• Questionnaire (embedded in the application)

Background Checks: Conducted for candidates selected for hire. Learn more.

Work Location: Regardless of flexible work arrangements, UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.

What You Will Do

Here is a brief summary of what one would expect to be generally responsible for in this role.

• Conduct basic literature, web, and document searches on assigned topics related to ocean science, ocean observing, technology, policy, and COL programs
• Collect, organize, and summarize information from scientific, government, organizational, and other identified sources
• Assist with compiling information for briefing materials, presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and other program products
• Enter, organize, update, and maintain program, stakeholder, contact, source, and project information
• Assist with basic data collection, organization, and quality checks
• Support basic research related to ocean observing programs, emerging technologies, economic and societal benefits, and other COL priorities
• Assist with meet and workshop preparation, including background research, participant information, materials preparation, note-taking, and follow-up documentation
• Assist staff with basic testing and documenting digital tools, including AI-enabled research and productivity tools, according to established guidance
• Perform basic administrative and program-support activities as assigned

Who We’d Love To Join Our Team

Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:

Education and Experience (Required)

• Current enrollment, or intent to enroll in the next regular session, in an accredited secondary, postsecondary, college, university, or approved trade-school program, that has received a Certificate or Approval from the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic oral and written communication skills
• Ability to conduct basic internet, literature, and document research
• Ability to organize information clearly and accurately
• Ability to follow established procedures and written or verbal instructions
• Basic proficiency with computer and web applications
• Ability to learn and use new software and digital tools
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

Hiring Hourly Rate: $23.29/hr

*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role.

UCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants are not required to provide age-related information (like date of birth or graduation dates) in initial submissions.

For sponsored positions: UCAR can sponsor individuals for H-1B status only if they are already in the U.S. in H-1B status or another visa status that allows them to change to H-1B status within the U.S. UCAR is unable to sponsor new H-1B visas for individuals who are outside the U.S. and need to obtain H-1B status through Consular Processing.

While UCAR does not prohibit the use of AI tools in job applications, we strongly recommend that applicants submit primarily original work.

All roles require compliance with U.S. export control regulations and work location requirements. All hybrid staff are expected to work on-site approximately 3 days per week.