State Student Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $13.50 Hourly
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Non Career
Job Number: 3103-26-043DC
Department: Education
Opening Date: 05/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
Job Description
This is a continuous posting and will remain open until a candidate has been selected, however, MDE will begin screening applications on May 15, 2026. Applicants should submit materials prior to this date to assure that their application is considered.
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.
MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE's role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.
Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.
As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.
Library of Michigan - The Michigan Legislature created the Library of Michigan to guarantee the people of this State and their government one perpetual institution to collect, preserve and provide access to the story of the State, and to support libraries in their role as essential community anchors.
Since 1828, during Michigan's territorial days, the Library of Michigan has served state government and the people of Michigan much as the Library of Congress works at the federal level. The library's early task was to collect, compile and store Michigan territorial laws and other important documents that formed the basis for Michigan's government today. The library's responsibility has expanded to include a comprehensive collection of Michigan related documents, journals, books, and other materials.
Primary Physical Work Address- Position is located at the Library of Michigan, 702 West Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, Michigan.
Position Summary - This position is in the Library of Michigan. Duties entail scanning and processing digital materials, shelving books and other library materials, processing library materials and assisting with mail. Many of the assignments require various computer software, and some tasks are repetitious in nature.
Position Description:
Job Specification: Student Assistant
State of Michigan Benefits:
Required Education and Experience
Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Alternate Education and Experience
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Additional Requirements and Information

• Completed Application

• Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
• Official copy of transcripts (if applicable)
• Cover Letter
  The Michigan State Employees Retirement System (MSERS) is separate from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS). If you are currently a MPSERS retiree, there should be no impact to your MPSERS pension due to employment with the Michigan Department of Education. If you are currently eligible for a MPSERS retirement benefit and become the successful candidate for this position, you should contact the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) to determine any impact if you elect to immediately begin receiving your MPSERS retirement benefit.

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the 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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MDE1 - Do you understand that failure to provide all requested documentation (cover letter, resume, and transcripts) may result in elimination from the competitive process?

• Yes
• No

02
MDE2 - The State of Michigan is a drug free workplace. Prospective employees will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Do you understand this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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MDE3 - Do you currently work at the Michigan Department of Education in one of the following capacities? (The Michigan Department of Education is a department within the State of Michigan government. Michigan Public School employees are not employees of the Michigan Department of Education.)

• Current State of Michigan Department of Education employee
• Temporary Service employee
• Contractor Service employee
• None of the above

04
MDE4 - Please indicate how you learned of this Michigan Department of Education job posting (e.g., State of Michigan Job Opportunities web site, MASA website, etc.).
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MDE5 - Please be aware the application review and determination of your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application packet, especially the Work Experience, Supporting Attachments (transcripts, certifications, etc.) and Supplemental Questions sections of your application. Therefore, it is imperative that you provide extensive detail and accurate dates of employment in the applicable sections of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to attach official college transcripts to the application. For our purposes, an official college transcript must contain your name, the college name/address, the degree conferred/date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree was granted) and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Web-based, internet, or unofficial transcripts are not acceptable. Failure to attach official transcripts may eliminate your application from the selection process. Information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses or applications without requested application materials may be eliminated from further consideration. Have you read and understood the process for submission and use of your application materials?

• Yes
• No

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MDE6 - Are the responses to your supplemental questions reflected in your application supporting materials? Please note, if information is not reflected in the supporting materials, you could be screened out.

• Yes
• No

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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

08
Are you currently enrolled in a library or information science academic program?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have library work experience?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to having library work experience, please indicate your years of experience below:

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-3 years
• 3-5 years
• More than 5 years

11
Please indicate your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) below:

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

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Do you have any experience scanning documents and managing digital files?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience using software other than programs found in MS Office and Web browsers?

• Yes
• No

Required Question