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How much do student assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for student assistant in Michigan is $14.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.79 and $16.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a student assistant?

Student Assistants are students employed by educational institutions to support faculty, staff, or departments with administrative, research, or operational tasks. Their duties can include clerical work, assisting with events, helping in labs, or providing peer tutoring. These positions allow students to gain valuable work experience, earn income, and develop professional skills while balancing their academic responsibilities.

What is the difference between Student Assistant vs Research Assistant?

AspectStudent AssistantResearch Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically enrolled students, sometimes with specific courseworkUsually graduate or undergraduate students with relevant research skills
Work EnvironmentOn-campus, administrative or support rolesLaboratory, fieldwork, or academic research settings
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, academic departmentsResearch institutions, universities, labs
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for campus jobs, flexible hoursCompared for research experience, academic career

While both roles support academic institutions, Student Assistants typically handle administrative tasks and support services, whereas Research Assistants focus on conducting research projects. The main difference lies in their responsibilities and work environment, with Research Assistants engaging more in specialized research activities.

What are the typical responsibilities of a student assistant?

Student Assistants often handle a variety of tasks that keep their department running smoothly, such as managing administrative paperwork, answering phones, assisting with event planning, or supporting faculty and staff with research or projects. They are frequently the first point of contact for students or visitors, so strong communication skills are essential. The role provides opportunities to learn time management and organizational skills, and Student Assistants often collaborate closely with both peers and professionals, making it a valuable experience for future career growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a student assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Assistant, you need strong organizational abilities, time management skills, and familiarity with academic environments, often supported by current enrollment in the institution. Proficiency in office software like Microsoft Office or Google Workspace and experience with campus management systems are commonly required. Reliability, effective communication, and a proactive attitude are standout soft skills for this role. These qualities ensure efficient support to faculty and staff, enhance campus operations, and contribute to a positive learning environment.
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Infographic showing various Student Assistant job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,039 per year, or $14.4 per hour.

Athletics Student Assistant (Fall 2026)

Southwestern Michigan College

Dowagiac, MI • On-site

$13.73/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
2020308-3
Job Title
Athletics Student Assistant (Fall 2026)
Pay Rate
$13.73 per hour
Job Category
Student
Department
ATHLETICS
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
TheAthletics Student Assistant provides general support to the athletics department. This position will work events such as games or complete assigned projects.
Required Qualifications
  • General knowledge of Athletics
  • Must be a student in good standing

Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent oral communication skills

Other Information
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Game operations staff (Clock, Shot Clock, Scorebook, Big Board Operator and Host)
  • Game setup and breakdown
  • Department projects assigned by coaches
  • Represent SMC in a positive manner at all times
  • The duties listed in this job description are not all-inclusive, but a list of the major

Special Instructions to Applicants
You must be enrolled at the College on a full-time or part-time basis (minimum of 6 credit hours during fall and spring semesters and 3 credit hours during the summer semester); contact hours will not be used to meet the 6 credit hour minimum.
High-school students who are dual enrolled are eligible for student employment. You must also meet the credit hour requirement.
OR
You must be enrolled or continuing your education with a four-year College partner, on the campus of SMC, and be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours and at least 1 SMC credit hour during the fall and spring semesters and 3 credit hours and at least 1 SMC credit hour during the summer semester.
All student employees must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 to be eligible for student employment.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. The physical activity of this position.
A. Balancing. Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
B. Stooping. Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
C. Kneeling. Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
D. Crouching. Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
E. Crawling. Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
F. Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
G. Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time.
H. Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
I. Pushing. Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
J. Pulling. Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
K. Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
L. Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
M. Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
N. Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.
O. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
2. The physical requirements of this position.
Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
3. The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception, and field vision.
The employee is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
4. The conditions the employee will be subject to in this position.
A. The employee is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
B. The employee is subject to outside environmental conditions. No effective protection from the weather.
C. The employee is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
D. The employee is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the employee to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
E. The employee is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
Quicklink
https://swmich.peopleadmin.com/postings/5369
Close Date
09/27/2026

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