• Student Assistant

    State of Michigan (Lansing, MI)


    Student Assistant

     

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    Student Assistant

     

    Salary

     

    $12.48 - $28.71 Hourly

     

    Location

     

    Lansing, MI

     

    Job Type

     

    Non Career

     

    Job Number

     

    6501-25-DIFS-090 STUDENT ASST.

     

    Department

     

    Department of Insurance and Financial Services

     

    Opening Date

     

    07/16/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    8/16/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

     

    Bargaining Unit

    UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)

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    Job Description

    The Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is seeking an individual to work in public service as a Student Assistant in the Office of General Counsel’s Fraud Investigation Unit. This position is an opportunity to do work that truly matters - helping protect consumers and maintaining public confidence in Michigan’s insurance and financial services industries.

     

    The right candidate will serve an important role by ensuring consumers, insurance companies, and financial institutions are protected from fraudulent activities. As a Student Assistant you will be responsible for assisting in the processing and maintenance of complaints, inputting data on various databases, distributing mail and faxes, and providing administrative support as needed. Student Assistants may also be tasked with special projects assigned by the supervisor.

    Ideal candidates will have:

    + The drive to serve the people of the State of Michigan to make a difference in important industries and protect Michigan consumers and businesses from fraud.

    + The ability to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment while demonstrating sound professional judgement and decision-making.

    + An interest or course work in criminal justice and criminal investigations.

    + The ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing.

    + The ability to prioritize tasks and maintain attention to detail.

    + The ability to work well both independently and within a team.

    Other job features:

    + DIFS is looking for a team member who has an interest in helping others and who wants to enjoy all the exciting things life in Michigan has to offer. 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.

    + This position provides competitive pay, and a fun working environment.

     

    Work Location:This is an in-person position based inLansing, Michigan.

     

    Please submit a cover letter, resume and a copy of your official college transcripts. An "official college transcript" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed, and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcripts directly to DIFS.

     

    For more information about this posting, click HERE (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/student090pd.pdf)

     

    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. Any applicant that is suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out.

     

    Required Education and Experience

    Education

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

    Experience

    No specific type or amount is required.

     

    Additional Requirements and 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

    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.

     

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    STUDTAST – Are you currently enrolled in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution? If so, please attach a copy of your unofficial transcript.

     

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    + No

     

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    Are you able to operate a microcomputer?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

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    Do you have experience with Microsoft Office? If yes, please describe.

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    Employer

     

    State of Michigan

     

    Department

     

    Department of Insurance and Financial Services

     

    Address

     

    530 W. Allegan St.

     

    Lansing, Michigan, 48909

     

    Phone

     

    (877) 999-6442

     

    Website

     

    https://www.michigan.gov/DIFS

     

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