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Student Assistant
- State of Michigan (Lansing, MI)
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Student Assistant
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Student Assistant
Salary
$17.61 - $28.71 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Non Career
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
0701-25-30-81
Department
Technology, Management and Budget
Opening Date
10/23/2025
Closing Date
11/6/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
N/A
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Job Description
State Budget Office is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the state budget, including development of the Governor’s Executive Budget recommendation, monitoring of the budget to ensure continued fiscal balance, and other budgetary analysis functions. Learn more at www.Michigan.gov/budget. ;
About this position:
Statewide Integrated Governmental Management Applications (SIGMA) is housed within State Budget Office and is the backbone for the State of Michigan government operations, supporting budget, financial management, procurement, timekeeping and labor cost allocation, inventory management, and grant/project accounting.
The role of SIGMA support staff is to support the daily operations of the system, working towards continuous improvement of SIGMA’s functionality, providing training and help desk resources to users.
As a Student Assistant, you will:
•Assist with research, perform analysis and reconciliation activities.
•Assist with development of information and materials to internal and external audiences.
•Assist with development and implementation of processes to support division activities.
•May also include a variety of general office/administrative support activities.
For more information about this position, please review the duties listed in the provided links:
POSITION DESCRIPTION-STUDENT ASSISTANT (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Student%20Asst.%20PD%20-%20SIGMA-EUS2%20(1).docx)
JOB SPECIFICATION-(STUDENT ASSISTANT) (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/StudentAssistant%20job%20spec.pdf)
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.
*THIS POSITION IS BEING RE-POSTED. IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY APPLIED, YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL UNDER CONSIDERATION.
NO NEED TO RE-APPLY.**
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.
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.
Alternate Education and Experience
To be considered for this position you must:
+ Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
+ Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year.
+ Attach a cover letter.
+ Attach a copy of official transcript(s). We accept scanned or electronic copies of official transcripts if they contain the following elements: college/university name and address, degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed, and registrar's signature and/or seal.
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.
Additional Requirements and Information
The student must provide evidence of enrollment or acceptance to an educational institution.
Serve Michigan with a Career in State Budget Office
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.
+ SIGMA is a great environment to be a part of, with phenomenal teamwork and communication.
+ You will have access to training, resources, and experienced staff to help you meet professional goals.
+ We are committed to making a different for the citizens of Michigan.
+ We encourage idea sharing/formation to support continued growth throughout our SIGMA team.
For more information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits .
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to come work with us!
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.
+ Yes
+ No
02
How many years of customer service experience do you have?
+ None
+ Less than 1 year
+ 1 to 2 years
+ More than 2 years
03
How many years of office work experience do you have?
+ None
+ Less than 1 year
+ 1 to 2 years
+ More than 2 years
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How many years of experience do you have with MS Excel?
+ None
+ Less than 1 year
+ 1 to 2 years
+ More than 2 years
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How would you describe your level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel?
+ None
+ Basic-(able to create workbook; create worksheet; enter cell values; format/edit cells; enter/edit formulas; format page layout (rows/columns); print and save documents, etc.)
+ Intermediate-(able to maintain large worksheet; freeze/unfreeze headings; work with multiple worksheets; navigate among sheets in a workbook; open/arrange multiple windows in a worksheet; move/copy info between worksheets; create summary worksheet to recap values from other worksheets; import data; add/review/edit/print comments; customize page set-up and print options; preview page breaks, etc.)
+ Advanced-(able to design and use Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts; use analytical Add-ins, Goal Seek, Data Analysis, Scenario Manager; produce summary reports; use conditional formatting; use advanced functions; create/modify a macro command; assign a macro to a toolbar; debug a macro; use VBA editor to modify macros, etc.)
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How many years of filing and record keeping experience do you have?
+ None
+ Less than 1 year
+ 1 to 2 years
+ More than 2 years
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Are you available to work year-round?
+ Yes
+ No
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How many hours per week are you available for work?
+ Less than 20 hours per week
+ 20 to 30 hours per week
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Do you understand this job will require working onsite at least 1 day per week?
+ Yes
+ No
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To collect SBO recruitment effort data, please select from below how you learned of this job opportunity. We appreciate the feedback!
+ College/University Career Services Office
+ College/University Career Fair
+ Employee Referral
+ Govern For America
+ Handshake
+ LinkedIn
+ Michigan Civil Service Office of Career Services
+ Michigan Works! Agency
+ Other Job Posting Site (Indeed, ZipRecruiter)
+ Pure Michigan Talent Connect
+ State of Michigan website/NEOGOV job alert
+ State of Michigan Career Fair
+ Veterans Organization
+ X (previously Twitter)
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If you selected Other Job Posting, Veteran’s Organization, or Employee Referral in the previous question, please identify the source or employee name for which you learned of this opportunity.
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Did you attach a cover letter, resume and your official college transcripts to your application? Ensuring requested supporting documents are attached to the application aids in the credential’s evaluation process.
+ Yes
+ No
Required Question
Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Technology, Management and Budget
Address
Elliott-Larsen Bldg., 2nd fl., 320 S. Walnut Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
Attn: HR Office
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/dtmb
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