Student Assistant
State of Michigan
Posted: January 30, 2026 (2 days ago)
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State of Michigan
Technology, Management and Budget
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$18.14 - $29.57
per hour
Type
Full Time
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This job is for a student assistant in Michigan's State Budget Office, helping with the daily operations of a key government software system called SIGMA that handles budgeting, finances, procurement, and more.
You'll support tasks like research, analysis, creating materials for users, improving processes, and general office work.
It's ideal for students who are organized, eager to learn about government operations, and interested in administrative support in a hybrid work setting.

Office location is Lansing, MI, however, SIGMA Operations and Support currently offers a hybrid work option (combination of remote/office) which requires one day working on-site at the official workstation with the potential of up to four days remote work per week.
Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
Education
Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution.
Experience
No specific type or amount is required.
The "Salary" listed is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the position. Candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.
Please Note: Employees who are employed in the Student Assistant classification are limited to working no more than 129 hours per month.
To be considered for this position you must:
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered and screened out. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions(Download PDF reader)
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 Office of Career Services offers current State Employees and interested applicants access to the job application process and a variety of career planning resources.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. If selected for employment, you must be able to submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States.
Accounting / Auditing / Budgeting / Finance / Systems Data and Research
State Budget Office is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that encompasses a culture of empathy, understanding, and respect with diversity of thought, perspective, and experiences.
Why join the team at Statewide Integrated Governmental Management Applications (SIGMA)?Working for SIGMA is both challenging and rewarding.
Our team members work together, problem solving and collaborating, enabling them to support each other in providing resolution to those we serve.
We are dedicated to creating an equitable workplace that provides continuous opportunities for personal and professional growth.
We celebrate individual and team successes often, creating a culture of inclusion and teamwork.
For more information on benefits, visitwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to come work with us!
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