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Student Assistant - Bureau of Field Services
State of Michigan
Transportation
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$13.73 - $29.57
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for a student helper in Michigan's transportation department, where you'll support experts by updating traffic signal databases, reviewing crash information, filling out spreadsheets, and writing letters for traffic studies.
It's a part-time role limited to 129 hours a month, offering hands-on training in how traffic signals work.
It's ideal for students interested in transportation or engineering who want real-world experience while studying.
Key Requirements
- Currently enrolled in high school, vocational/technical school, or post-secondary institution
- Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester/term (excluding summers)
- Continuously enrolled and earning the required credits
- Submit proof of enrollment (e.g., unofficial transcripts, acceptance letter, class schedule, or tuition receipt showing $0 balance)
- No prior experience required
- Available for non-career, limited appointment up to 129 hours per month
Full Job Description
THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH.
At the Bureau of Field Services (BFS), our success is powered by our devotion to innovation and providing leading edge services and solutions. Our culture is what makes our bureau a rewarding place to work. We strive to promote and encourage our employees’ best qualities, which cultivates a positive and diverse team. As a bureau, we pursue avenues that lead to increased safety and efficiency in Michigan’s highway programs on behalf of our co-workers, friends, and families, driven by our celebration of successes and strides made in the workplace. Our team is seeking a Student Assistant, for our Bureau of Field Services Team. We are looking for someone who can embrace the challenges of meeting our goals and exceeding the standards!
This position is responsible for assisting professional staff in using and updating various signal related databases, compiling and assessing crash data, populating spreadsheets, and drafting correspondence for signal related studies. The student receives training and experience in traffic signal operations.
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Student Assistant position.
For additional information, please see the links below:
The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer.
Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Requirements
Education
Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution. MDOT requires enrollment in at least 6 credit hours per semester/term excluding summers and continuously enrolled and earning the required credits.
Experience
No specific type or amount is required.
Additional Information
To be considered for this position you must:
Submit proof of enrollment which includes unofficial transcripts, an acceptance letter from the college/university (as long as it is for the upcoming semester/term), copy of current semester/term schedule, or a receipt of tuition payment that shows a balance of $0.00.
Failure to attach proof of enrollment may result in you being screened out of the process.
View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StudentAssistant.pdf
MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment.
Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.
Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac@michigan.gov.
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