What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Assistant/Intern - Office of Policy Initiatives position at State of Michigan?
Job Description
This position conducts a research project focused on a policy problem or issue affecting MDOS customers. The intern will analyze the issue, research potential policy solutions, and develop a policy recommendation outlining specific legislative changes needed to address the problem. The internship will conclude with the intern delivering a policy brief and presenting recommendations to the executive team.
Position Description - Student Assistant
This is a non-career position with limitations on hours of no more than 29 hours per week. Student assistants cannot exceed 129 hours of service in any calendar month. Since this position is non-career, the preferred candidate will not be eligible for benefits, but will receive benefits regarding retirement.
This position is expected to last 12 weeks with a start date in May 2025 and ending in late August or early September. Specifics of start and end date will be discussed with selected candidate.
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Required Education And Experience
Education
Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution.
Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program preferably in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, or related field.
Experience
No prior experience required
Coursework in policy analysis, research methods, or government preferred
Additional Requirements And Information
You must apply for this vacancy through the NEOGOV system; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application. 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.
Civil Service Commission Rule 2-7 requires that all newly hired state employees submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Due to the nature of work of the Department of State, criminal records will be checked. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the criminal background record checks indicate eligibility for employment.
Student Assistants must be continually enrolled in and attending a vocational school, or post-secondary educational institution. Summer attendance is not required.
Students must provide proof to the appointing authority of enrollment and updated information whenever changes to their status occurs, such as: (a) change in degree program, (b) change in class status (e.g., freshman to sophomore), (c) school transfer, (d) granting of a degree, or (e) leaving school. D.
Students accepted by, but not yet enrolled in, a post-secondary educational institution must provide proof of acceptance to that institution.
Student Assistants should be employed in a work area that is relevant to the student’s academic and career goals.
Job Specification
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.
This position conducts a research project focused on a policy problem or issue affecting MDOS customers. The intern will analyze the issue, research potential policy solutions, and develop a policy recommendation outlining specific legislative changes needed to address the problem. The internship will conclude with the intern delivering a policy brief and presenting recommendations to the executive team.
Position Description - Student Assistant
This is a non-career position with limitations on hours of no more than 29 hours per week. Student assistants cannot exceed 129 hours of service in any calendar month. Since this position is non-career, the preferred candidate will not be eligible for benefits, but will receive benefits regarding retirement.
This position is expected to last 12 weeks with a start date in May 2025 and ending in late August or early September. Specifics of start and end date will be discussed with selected candidate.
MDOSJOBS
Required Education And Experience
Education
Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution.
Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program preferably in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, or related field.
Experience
No prior experience required
Coursework in policy analysis, research methods, or government preferred
Additional Requirements And Information
You must apply for this vacancy through the NEOGOV system; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application. 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.
Civil Service Commission Rule 2-7 requires that all newly hired state employees submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Due to the nature of work of the Department of State, criminal records will be checked. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the criminal background record checks indicate eligibility for employment.
Student Assistants must be continually enrolled in and attending a vocational school, or post-secondary educational institution. Summer attendance is not required.
Students must provide proof to the appointing authority of enrollment and updated information whenever changes to their status occurs, such as: (a) change in degree program, (b) change in class status (e.g., freshman to sophomore), (c) school transfer, (d) granting of a degree, or (e) leaving school. D.
Students accepted by, but not yet enrolled in, a post-secondary educational institution must provide proof of acceptance to that institution.
Student Assistants should be employed in a work area that is relevant to the student’s academic and career goals.
Job Specification
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.
