Intern (Student Assistant)
State of Michigan
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Student Assistant
State of Michigan
Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - LARA
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$13.73 - $29.57
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This student assistant role involves checking and fixing digital documents and websites to make sure they are accessible to everyone, following specific guidelines like WCAG 2.1.
The job supports a government team by reviewing training materials, helping staff update files, and uploading them to online systems, all while working closely with web and admin staff.
It's ideal for a current student interested in web accessibility, digital compliance, or IT support who wants part-time work limited to 129 hours per month.
Key Requirements
- Current enrollment in high school, vocational/technical school, or post-secondary educational institution
- Ability to provide evidence of enrollment or acceptance to an educational institution
- Knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
- Skills in reviewing and remediating digital documents for accessibility
- Familiarity with SharePoint for internal document management
- Experience or ability to work with Sitecore for uploading compliant documents
- Availability limited to 129 hours per month
Full Job Description
Online application must contain all detailed education and experience. It will be used as the primary source for the initial review of your application.
This position reviews and ensures that documents posted to MPSC’s public websites and documents on its internal SharePoint site meet accessibility requirements such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA and other Department policies. This position conducts accessibility reviews and remediation on MPSC’s existing public documents. This position reviews training materials, such as guidance documents and other digital resources, to assist staff with meeting the WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Supports division staff with updating documents to be compliant as needed, either by providing guidance or making the necessary changes, and uploading compliant documents to Sitecore. This position works closely with the department’s web administrator, web team, and Administrative Services division.
The position is limited to 129 hours per month.
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Requirements
Education
Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution.
Experience
No specific type or amount is required.
Additional Information
The student must provide evidence of enrollment or acceptance to an educational institution.View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StudentAssistant.pdf
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