Community and Labor Center Labor Summer Intern (Multiple Positions)

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The salary or hourly range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $16.90- $22.00.

Initial applicant review will begin on or around February 24th, 2025. Posting will remain open until filled.

This position is fully on-site.

This internship will start on Monday, June 15 through Friday, August 7, 2026.

This position has a two-part application, please complete the second part at: [Labor Summer Link Here]

This position is only open to UC Merced students.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

This position involves conducting experiential labor research and education under the guidance of an academic coordinator at the Community and Labor Center. Students will engage in a wide range of activities, including outreach, one-on-one engagement, public education on workers' rights, and assisting workers with documentation and resource access. Responsibilities may also include organizing workers through site visits and phone banking, facilitating trainings and orientations, planning events, developing communications materials, and conducting policy or legislative research to support advocacy efforts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct outreach, one on ones, and public education on worker rights.

• Help workers find resources for filling out documents.

• Support with logistics, and assist with communications, and conduct policy/legislative research.
  Organize workers, conducting outreach, worksite visits, house visits and phone banking; conduct one-on-ones, conducting recruitment, member maintenance and participation; and provide education including public education (canvassing, tabling) and popular education (new worker orientations, training workers on 1:1 skills). Service workers, helping members find resources and fill documents (i.e. citizenship, etc.).

• Logistics, including event planning and coordination.

• Communications, such as using computer software (Canva fliers), digital media, storytelling (interviews with members), or public comments/ speaker training (assist with talking points).

• Research, including policy/legislative research (finding data, prepping factsheets).

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/