Student Assistant-Bureau of Transportation Planning
Salary
$17.94 - $23.53 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Non Career
Job Number
5901-26-TP-NC-1-CN
Department
Transportation
Opening Date
06/30/2026
Closing Date
7/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
TECHNICAL (SEIU)
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 functions as an assistant to professional transportation planner staff in meeting the responsibilities of the Statewide and Urban Travel Analysis (SUTA) Section. This includes a variety of tasks related to travel trend analysis, present and future travel forecasts, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and its applications, travel demand modeling applications, collection and analysis of socioeconomic and land use data, and development of documentation and presentation materials. This position assists senior staff with the provision of data for determining transportation needs required by federal regulations for the Michigan and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO) long-range transportation plans, regional plans, the MPO and State Transportation Improvement Programs, transportation performance measures, and air quality conformity analysis required by the Clean Air Act Amendment.
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:
Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
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. MDOT requires enrollment in at least six 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
To be considered for this position you must 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
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 at nautac@michigan.gov.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator 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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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?
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Are you currently enrolled in vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution? If so, please attach a copy of your official transcripts.
03
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) requires that a student be continuously enrolled in and obtaining at least six credits per semester/term (excluding summers). For new students, MDOT will also consider those who provide proof of enrollment for the next semester/term. Proof of enrollment may include 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. All confirmation documents should have your name, the college/university name, list of current courses/credits enrolled in and if applicable, courses/credits completed. Prior to being hired, we will need an unofficial transcript with the required information. Did you attach proof of enrollment? Failure to attach proof of enrollment may result in you being screened out of the process.
04
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?
05
Although not required for the position, do you possess a valid drivers license?
06
Please select the number of years' experience (either work or classroom) you have using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail 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.
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Please explain the experience you have using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). If no experience, indicate N/A.
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Listed below are some of the technical tools used in transportation planning. Please check those with which you have experience. If you have experience with any of these technical tools, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
09
Please describe your experience with any of the technical tools listed above, identify each technical tool used and describe your work or classroom experience using said technical tool. If no experience, indicate N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have the application and analysis of geographic, land use, socioeconomic, U.S. Census, or other large data set? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail 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.
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Please explain any experience you have in the geographic, land use, socioeconomic, U.S. Census, or other large data sets. If you do not have experience, please indicate N/A.
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How many hours per week would you be willing and able to work during the summer (May-August)?
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How many hours per week would you be willing and able to work during fall and spring semesters?
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Please indicate your current academic standing?
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Are you currently enrolled in a bachelors or masters degree program in Urban or Regional Planning, Geography, Economics, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related analytical field?
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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.).
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Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?
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MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?
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MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)
Required Question
Employer State of Michigan
Department Transportation Address 425 West Ottawa Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909