Labor Relations & Disability Management Unit Student Assistant
State of Michigan
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Student Assistant (Finance & Operations) - Office of Aeronautics
State of Michigan
Transportation
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$17.94 - $23.53
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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April 21, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a student helper in the Michigan Department of Transportation's Office of Aeronautics, where you'll handle everyday office tasks and help track budgets, grants, contracts, and payments for airport projects.
It's a part-time role limited to 129 hours per month, ideal for college students studying business, finance, or related fields who want hands-on experience in government operations.
No prior work experience is needed, just a willingness to learn and support team efforts.
Key Requirements
- Current enrollment in a vocational, technical, or post-secondary educational institution
- Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester or term (excluding summers)
- Continuously enrolled and earning the required credits each term
- Submit proof of enrollment (e.g., unofficial transcripts, acceptance letter, class schedule, or tuition receipt showing $0 balance)
- Available for up to 129 hours per month in a non-career, limited appointment
- Ability to perform general office duties and assist with finance and operations tasks
Full Job Description
THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH
This position assists the Office of Aeronautics and the Finance and Operations Unit in performing general office duties and duties related to processing, tracking, monitoring, and reporting of budgets, revenue, expenditures, grants, contracts, and payments. This position also supports the Airport Planning and Development Section with Federal and State grant application data, database updates, and general office duties.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 a 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.
Current enrollment in a 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
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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