Student Assistant For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (Paid, Part-Time Placement For Undergraduate Students)

Division of Administration
Office of Diversity and Inclusion – New York City
Student Assistant for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Reference No. ODI_NYC_PUGS_FALL_2023

Application Deadline is September 15, 2023*
2023 Fall Semester Paid, Part-Time Placement for Undergraduate Students

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) in the Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a
talented undergraduate student for a paid fall placement. The mission of ODI is to provide leadership, guidance and
support with respect to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) issues at the OAG. Specific areas of focus
include OAG policies and procedures, recruitment and hiring, staff education and training, employee engagement,
procurement, and diversity and inclusion events. The ODI supports the OAG in building a diverse team and workplace
that celebrates diversity and fosters a culture of inclusion, equity and accessibility.

Duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide administrative support to the ODI, e.g., monitoring email box and telephone calls;
• Conduct other internet research projects;
• Update catalog of trainings;
• Review DEIA trainings;
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Design event flyers and
• Research creative content for DEIA workshops, panel discussions, multicultural observances, and initiatives;

Please be advised that the ODI supports the operations of the OAG and does not engage in legal casework.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a highly professional attitude with the mindset of providing prompt and courteous customer

service;

• Able to work independently;
• Prior experience with Canva or similar graphic design program is preferred but not required;
• Foreign language proficiency is desirable.
• Able to manage and prioritize multiple, time-sensitive tasks simultaneously;
• Highly organized and detail oriented;
• Prior experience with SurveyMonkey is also preferred but not required; and
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook;

Fall Program Details

• The format of this placement is hybrid or remote. Please review the following

format options.

• Students who are working in a hybrid placement may report to their designated workstation two or

three (2-3) days per week. On the days student will be working remotely, they will need to have access
to a reliable computer, a secure internet connection, a phone and a sufficiently quiet and private
workspace to telework.

• Students who are working in a remote placement will telecommute for the duration of their placements.

Students in this format must have access to a reliable computer, a secure internet connection, a phone
and a sufficiently quiet and private workspace to telework.

• To be eligible for a paid fall placement, applicants must be able to demonstrate they are full-time students in

good academic standing as defined by their schools.

• Applications from students who will be starting college/university during the fall 2023 semester will not be

considered.

• Undergraduate students hired for the program will work part-time (15 hours/week for 12 weeks for a total of

180 paid hours).

• Applications will be received online until September 15, 2023, and paid placement offers will be made on a

rolling basis.*

• Students who are hired for the fall program may begin their placements on September 6, 2023 or after.
• U.S. citizenship and New York State residency are not required, but applicants must be eligible to be employed in
• Undergraduate students will be hired as student assistants and paid the hourly rate of $16.24.

Divisions and Bureaus and News & Media sections of the OAG’s website.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

HOW TO APPLY

The following section provides detailed information about the application process and application requirements.
Please review the complete list of instructions prior to preparing and submitting your application materials online.

• Applications for fall placements are being received online.

ODI_NYC_PUGS_FALL_2023

• Applications are submitted separately for each bureau/regional office, and an applicant’s candidacy for each

application is determined separately by each bureau/regional office.

• The application deadline is September 15, 2023, but please be advised paid placements will be filled on a rolling

basis.*

• The following four (4) documents are required for each application that is submitted:

1. Cover Letter

• You may choose to address to the Legal Recruitment Unit, 28 Liberty Street, New York, NY,

10005.

• Indicate why you are interested in a placement with the OAG and what makes you a strong

candidate.

• Please indicate your format preference: hybrid or remote.

2. Resume

• Ensure your resume is complete and current prior to submitting your application.

3. List of three (3) references.

• Indicate the nature and duration of your relationship to each reference.
• Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.
• Submit only professional (i.e., supervisor or professor) references.
• Please note, your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the placement.

4. Writing Sample
- Select a sample from an assignment you prepared for school that demonstrates your ability to

• Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your candidacy.

• Please submit your application for a fall placement at least three (3) weeks prior to any deadlines that could

impact your candidacy and note this in your cover letter.

If you have questions about a placement with the OAG, the application process or need assistance with submitting your

application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at [email protected].