Student Assistant - Bureau of Development Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/5235699) Apply  Student Assistant - Bureau of Development Salary $17.94 - $23.53 Hourly Location Lansing, MI Job Type Non Career Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 5901-26-BOD-4-SA-AP Department Transportation Opening Date 02/13/2026 Closing Date 3/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH Multiple vacancies may be filled utilizing this posting. This position assists with various geographic information systems (GIS)/technical tasks in support of the right-of-way (ROW) map update project. Tasks include, but are not limited to, data entry, photocopying, scanning, faxing, filing, sorting, compiling, mailing, and creating/maintaining spreadsheets. This position is also responsible for assisting the Project Support Unit with processing of various records, files, and forms created and required in the unit. 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: + Student Assistant Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/STUDASTEQ25R.pdf) + All about MDOT Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered. For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc . 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. Required Education and Experience Education Current enrollment in vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution. Current enrollment in a vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution with a concentration in Urban or Regional Planning, Engineering, Resource Development, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Geography, or related field is preferred. 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 Requirements and Information Please 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 atnautac@michigan.gov. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. Non-career employees are not eligible for insurance benefits, but they may be able to participate in deferred-compensation 401k and 457 plans and earn paid sick time. 01 Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials? + Yes + No 02 STUDTAST – Are you currently enrolled in vocational or technical school, or a post-secondary educational institution (e.g., college, community college, university, etc.)? If so, please attach proof of enrollment as failure to do so may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process. + Yes + No 03 Did you attach a copy of your proof of enrollment (e.g., 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 do so may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process. + Yes + No 04 Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation employee? + Yes + No 05 Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.). + Yes + No 06 The Position Description for this job opening contains specific details about the job duties and tasks. There is a link to the position description in the job posting. Did you read the position description? + Yes + No 07 The Job Specification describes, in general terms, the types of job duties and the general knowledge, skills, and abilities required for student assistant positions across all State of Michigan Departments. It does not describe this particular job opening. There is a link to the job specification in the job posting. Did you read the job specification? + Yes + No 08 Do you have experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + Yes + No 09 Specific details about your experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) must be provided to justify answering yes to the question above. Identify the sections of your application that contain the required details. Check all that apply. + Work Experience + Office Skills + Other Skills + Additional Information + Resume + Cover Letter + None of the above 10 Do you have experience working with Microsoft Excel? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + Yes + No 11 Specific details about your experience working with Microsoft Excel must be provided to justify answering yes to the question above. Identify the sections of your application that contain the required details. Check all that apply. + Work Experience + Office Skills + Other Skills + Additional Information + Resume + Cover Letter + None of the above 12 Do you have experience working in an office environment? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + Yes + No 13 Specific details about your experience working with Microsoft Excel must be provided to justify answering yes to the question above. Identify the sections of your application that contain the required details. Check all that apply. + Work Experience + Office Skills + Other Skills + Additional Information + Resume + Cover Letter + None of the above 14 At the end of the Fall 2025 semester, how many credits were needed to complete your degree program? + More than 24 credits + 12-24 credits + 7-12 credits + Less than 7 credits 15 How many credits did you take for the Spring 2026 semester? + More than 12 credits + 6-12 credits + Less than 6 credits 16 MDOT Student Assistants are allowed to work a maximum of 129 hours per calendar month. How many hours per week can you work during the school year? + 20 or more hours/week + 10-20 hours/week + Less than 10 hours/week 17 How many hours per week can you work during the summer? + 20 or more hours/week + 10-20 hours/week + Less than 10 hours/week 18 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. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States? + Yes + No 19 MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs? + MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program + MDOT TRAC Program + MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program + Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship + MI Construction Career Days + National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI) + Other + N/A + MDOT Capstone Internship 20 MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply) + State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com + LinkedIn + College/University Career Services Office or website + Twitter + Facebook + Indeed + Career Search Engine (i.e. Monster, Careerbuilder) + Michigan Works! Agency + Career Fair + GovDelivery + Billboard + Employee Referral + Veterans Organization + Government Jobs + Diversity Jobs + recruitics + ZipRecruiter + Other Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Transportation Address 425 West Ottawa Street Lansing, Michigan, 48909 Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email