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Student Assistant - DFPI - Finance Administrative Support - Hybrid

@ University Enterprises, Inc.
Sacramento, California, United States
$18-$25/hrHybridPart Time, Temporary
Responsibilities:Reviewing filings, Data research, Administrative support
Requirements Summary:Part-time student role supporting regulatory and administrative tasks; strong organization and communication; basic finance knowledge preferred; MS Office proficiency.
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Description

The Department of Financial Protection (DFPI) and Innovation’s Broker-Dealer Investment Adviser Division is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Student Assistant to join our team. This position is located in the Sacramento office. This position offers hands-on experience in regulatory compliance, financial analysis, and administrative support within a dynamic government environment. 

 

Benefits include a flexible schedule to accommodate classes, valuable exposure to the regulatory side of financial services, and mentorship from industry professionals.

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

 

 

 

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. To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser: http://www.calinterns.org/wp-content/uploads/Affiliation_List.pdf


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

 

 

 

Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or Economics.

 

 

 

Work Schedule

 

 

 

Flexible 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 (Sunday – Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).

 

 

 

 

Compensation

 

 

 

$18.27 to $24.62 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.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Basic understanding of finance or investment concepts is preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to create and maintain an effective working relationship with management, staff, licensees and the general public.

 

 

 

Preferred Qualifications

 

 

 

  • Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.

 

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

 

 

Under the general supervision of the Financial Institutions Manager, the Student Assistant will:

  • Assist with reviewing and processing broker-dealer and investment adviser filings.
  • Conduct research and gather data related to industry trends and regulatory updates.
  • Support division staff with administrative tasks, including document preparation and database management.
  • Participate in special projects and help maintain accurate records.

 

 

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 and may include a hybrid schedule.

 

 

Students/Employees will be required to work according to the current UEI remote workplace policy and sign a UEI Work from Home Agreement. The decision to permit an employee to work from home is at the discretion of the supervisor or employer and may, at any time and with or without cause, unilaterally terminate the option to work from home.

 

 

 

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 transcript.

 

 

Apply by: May 8, 2026

 

 

 

  

Summary

The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) protects consumers and fosters trust by regulating companies and individuals offering financial products. We work closely with state and federal agencies to investigate claims of financial abuse and fraud and ensure financial service providers follow the law. We foster innovation by encouraging the development of responsible financial tools that help all Californians thrive.

 

We help enforce California laws and regulations by licensing financial services, products, and professionals and regulating franchises and securities offerings. DFPI employees conduct exams to make sure providers are following the law and our enforcement team investigates suspected fraud and scams.

 

To learn more visit: What We Do - DFPI,  https://dfpi.ca.gov/about/what-we-do/