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Posted: March 24, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Student Assistant (Cadillac District Office)

State of Michigan

Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$13.73 - $29.57

per hour

Closes

April 7, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a student assistant in Michigan's environmental department, where you'll help with tasks like investigating water and land issues, entering data into computer systems, and preparing reports.

It's perfect for college students passionate about protecting the environment who enjoy both outdoor fieldwork and working with technology.

No prior experience is needed, but you'll work closely with experts on real environmental projects.

Key Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in high school, vocational/technical school, or post-secondary institution
  • Preferably pursuing a degree in fields like Aquatic Sciences, Biology, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Information Technology, Geology, Environmental Sciences, or related areas
  • Completion of at least 55 semester hours (or 83 term hours) toward a college degree (preferred)
  • Strong interest in environmental protection
  • Aptitude for fieldwork and IT tasks
  • Limited to 129 hours per month
  • Ability to attach cover letter, resume, and official transcripts (if applicable)

Full Job Description

Position Description

This position is limited to 129 hours per month.

This position will be responsible for assisting Water Resources Division (WRD) staff with general duties as assigned. Specific job duties will include assisting staff with complaint documentation, gathering site information and data, field investigations, and drafting of correspondence relative to the land and water use programs and statutes administered by the WRD.

This position will also assist with data management and correction needs within WRD’s information system MiEnviro.

Specific job duties will include utilizing the various features of MiEnviro to enter, review, and properly format data elements within the database.

This will entail accessing the GIS component of MiWaters, reviewing site information, coordinating site locations with WRD staff, and making necessary changes to site locations.

The position will also assist with converting hard copy data to electronic files, updating GIS data, and preparing draft documents.

The Student Assistant should have a strong interest in environmental protection, and an aptitude for field work and IT work. The Student Assistant will work closely with staff of the WRD.

Position Description

Requirements

Education
Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution.

Prefer: Aquatic Sciences, Biology, Environmental Engineering, or Chemistry-oriented curriculum, or Computer Science, Information Technology, and Geology, Geosciences, Earth Science, Oceanography, Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Coastal Science, Natural Resource Management, Geomorphology, GIS oriented curriculum or similar. Completion of 55 semester hours (or 83 term hours) in college toward the degree.

Experience
No specific type or amount is required.

Additional Information



ABOUT EGLE
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's mission is to protect Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.

At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources.

We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve.

Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.


Please attach a cover letter cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

If applicable, you must attach an electronic and/or scanned copy of your official college/university transcripts. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The student must provide evidence of enrollment or acceptance to an educational institution.

View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/StudentAssistant_13049_7.pdf

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/24/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/25/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5279649