Student Assistant - Information Technology (Rancho Cordova, CA)

University-Enterprises-In; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Student Assistant to join the Data Management Unit in the County’s IT organization for a limited 3-month term.

The role supports senior IT staff in building dashboards, data solutions, and internal applications using Power BI, SQL, Spark, and .NET languages. You will work on real-world data projects, gain hands-on experience with enterprise tools, and develop both technical and professional skills under mentorship.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Willingness to learn, problem-solve, and collaborate.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with data & BI tools such as Power BI, SQL, Spark.
• Experience with programming languages such as C#, Python, .NET.
• Experience with development environments such as Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior IT staff with design, development, and maintenance of dashboards and internal applications.
• Work with data from multiple sources to support Power BI and other reporting tools.
• Participate in coding, testing, and documentation activities.
• Help troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance existing applications and dashboards.
• Contribute to team meetings, project planning, and technical discussions.
• Additional duties may be assigned based on skills and interests.

Skills

Power BI

SQL

Spark

C#

Python

.NET

Visual Studio

Visual Studio Code

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Visual Studio

Visual Studio Code

Job description

• Base Pay $20.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Student Assistant
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

The County of Sacramento is seeking to hire a Student Assistant for a limited 3-month term in the Data Management Unit to support our senior Information Technology (IT) team in developing dashboards, applications, and data solutions. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in both software development and data analytics using modern tools and technologies.

This opportunity will provide mentorship from experienced IT professionals, exposure to enterprise-level technologies and real projects and opportunities to develop both technical and professional skills.

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

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

Any student interested in the technology field today or in the future, but Information Technology-based fields of study are preferred.

Work Schedule

F lexible 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 (Monday – Friday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).

Compensation

$20.00 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.
• Willingness to learn, problem-solve, and collaborate.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with using d ata & BI Tools such as Power BI, SQL, Spark.
• Experience with using programming language such as C#, Python, .NET.
• Experience with using development environments such as Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in technology, data, or programming is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist senior IT staff with design, development, and maintenance of dashboards and internal applications.
• Work with data from multiple sources to support Power BI and other reporting tools.
• Participate in coding, testing, and documentation activities.
• Help troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance existing applications and dashboards.
• Contribute to team meetings, project planning, and technical discussions.
• Additional duties may be assigned based on skills and interests.

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 environment.

Summary

About the Sacramento County Department of Technology (DTech)

The Sacramento County Department of Technology (DTech) provides technology leadership, services, and support to all County departments. DTech is responsible for managing the County’s information systems, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications—ensuring efficient, secure, and innovative technology solutions that serve the community and improve government operations.

About the Data Management Unit

Within DTech, the Data Management Unit focuses on data governance, analytics, reporting, and business intelligence. The team supports departments across the County by maintaining data systems, developing dashboards, and ensuring data accuracy and accessibility to inform decision‑making. The intern will have the opportunity to work on real-world data projects that enhance transparency, efficiency, and service delivery across Sacramento County.