SUA Internships

Have you ever wanted to be paid for working in student advocacy?  Here is your opportunity!  The Student Union Assembly has begun hiring for various PAID positions that will give you an opportunity to serve the students in our shared community!  This page has a compiled listing of the opportunities that you can apply for!

How to Apply

  1. Go to the UCSC Career Center Handshake System
  2. Enter the Application Number of the job you want to apply for.
  3. Read the application and select the submission at the bottom!
    1. Majority of job employments include a supplemntal application!

Tips

  • Create a standard application by logging in here so that you don't re-type the same information for multiple job applications!
  • Include a link to your LinkedIn or a Google Drive hosted resume at the bottom so that we can learn more about you!
  • Make sure to check your @ucsc.edu e-mail for additional instructions from the folks trying to hire you! 

 

SUA Campus Organizing Director

This position works under the Student Union Assembly's External Vice Chair and will collaborate with the University of California's Student Association, the United States Student Association, and the Student Union Assembly to inform and collaborate with other organizing bodies on campus about the campaigns that are going to be worked on during the year at the local, state, and national level. Contact VP of External Affairs, Mitra Zarinebaf, at suavpe@ucsc.edu for questions. 

This position has been filled!

SUA Treasurer

Looking for an experienced team member to provide support with the daily management of fiscal operations and budget management for the SUA. The candidate must be advanced in Microsoft Excel and Google Spreadsheets. 

 This position has been filled!

SUA Multimedia Manager

Seeking an experienced team member to manage and produce digital and media communications and visuals for the SUA. Candidate must be experienced or familiar with Web Content Management System (WCMS) and/or coding. 

SUA Multimedia Assistant 

Seeking an experienced team member to assist the Multimedia Manager with managing and producing digital and media communications and visuals for the SUA. Candidate must be experienced or familiar with Web Content Management System (WCMS) and/or coding. 

SUA Recording Clerk

This position is responsible for performing specialized clerical duties such as record-keeping and managing forms and information for the SUA. 

This position has been filled!

Student Development and Engagement Intern

The position will work closely with the Student Development and Engagement Manager to provide day to day support for the operations of the SUA. This includes office and front desk management, program development, and orientation and training support. 

This position is not active for the 2022-2023 academic year!

SUA Diversity and Inclusion: Chief of Staff

Assist in enhancing, improving, and supporting the experiences of historically underrepresented students across campus. The Chief of Staff will provide guidance, advice, and support to the Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion (VPDI) on matters concerning diversity and inclusion across campus when necessary. Contact VP of Diversity & Inclusion, Miguel Saucedo, at suavpd@ucsc.edu for questions. 

This position has been filled!

SUA Diversity and Inclusion: Program Coordinator

Develop and implement programs addressing and supporting the experiences of historically underrepresented students across campus. They will also work with the UCSC Resource Centers to collaborate on programs. Contact VP of Diversity & Inclusion, Miguel Saucedo, at suavpd@ucsc.edu for questions.

This position has been filled! 

SUA Internal Affairs: Chief of Staff

Perform administrative office responsibilities and support other members of the Office of Internal Affairs. This includes assistance with planning events, taking notes at meetings, responding to email inquiries, and completing purchase orders. Contact VP of Internal Affairs, Jimmy Gomez, at suavpi@ucsc.edu for questions. 

SUA Internal Affairs: Student Resource Coordinator

Responsible for projects that address campus efforts and/or issues (i.e. food or housing insecurity, etc.). Additional duties include coordinating communication and involvement in local government, student & campus-wide committees, and supporting administrative staff. Contact VP of Internal Affairs, Jimmy Gomez, at suavpi@ucsc.edu for questions. 

SUA Academic Affairs: Chief of Staff

Assist the Vice President of Academic Affairs in carrying out their initiatives for the 2022-2023 academic school year. Main duties will include contacting academic departments and student organizations, obtaining proper permits for food and facilities, and providing feedback during the planning of different events and programs. Contact VP of Academic Affairs, Dora Rasch, at suavpa@ucsc.edu for questions. 

This position has been filled!

SUA Academic Affairs: Outreach Coordinator

Assist the Vice President of Academic Affairs in planning and executing events that correspond with the initiatives of the Office. This includes mental health fairs, food for finals programs, outreach and marketing, etc. This position will also be working with the Student Academic Senate. Contact VP of Academic Affairs, Dora Rasch, at suavpa@ucsc.edu for questions. 

SUA Student Advocate’s Office: Director of Financial Aid and Basic Needs

Executes operations of Student Advocate’s Office through the Financial Aid and Basic Needs Division. Oversees casework, develops strategies and policies, manages division development and performance with general supervision from the SAO Chief of Staff. See the full job description and learn more about the SAO! Contact VP of Student Life, Amalia Bostian, at suavpsl@ucsc.edu for questions. 

This position has been filled! 

SUA Student Life: Pantry Shift Lead

Involves a wide range of supervision and operations for the SUA Food Pantry and Lounge. Provides support to Operations Pantry Manager in daily pantry operations and deliveries. Provides support to Programming Pantry Manager in events and programs. Assists overall pantry function under VP of Student Life. Advises Pantry Managers and VPSL on structure and needs of the pantry and reports to Pantry Managers and VPSL on any changes that need to be made for the pantry. Contact VP of Student Life, Amalia Bostian at suavpsl@ucsc.edu for questions. 

This position has been filled!

SUA President: Executive Chief of Staff

Oversees Office of the President and intern. Has a significant responsibility to achieve broader set goals made by the President. Determines objectives, directs programs, develops strategies and policies, manages human, financial, and physical resources, and functions with a high degree of autonomy. Contact President, Jimmy Gomez, at suapres@ucsc.edu for questions. 

This position has been filled!