Student Worker

Student Worker – Academic

Position Type: Student Assistant (Part-Time)

Department Assignment: Various Academic Departments and Academic Support Units

Location: Madonna University – Livonia, Michigan

About Madonna University

Madonna University is one of the nation’s largest Franciscan universities, serving approximately 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Rooted in Catholic and Franciscan traditions, the University emphasizes intellectual rigor, professional preparation, ethical leadership, and service to others. Madonna University’s community is committed to learning that leads to meaningful service and a positive impact on society. With alumni on every continent except Antarctica, graduates apply their knowledge and skills across diverse professions while improving the lives of others.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities vary by assignment and may include:

• Assist faculty and staff with academic and administrative projects.
• Support classroom preparation and instructional activities.
• Assist with research, data collection, and departmental projects.
• Provide assistance with tutoring, learning support, laboratories, or academic resource centers, when applicable.
• Assist with organizing files, reports, records, and departmental documentation.
• Support student engagement activities and departmental events.
• Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Perform other duties that support the mission and operations of the assigned department.

Position Summary

Madonna University invites applications from undergraduate students seeking valuable work experience while pursuing their degree.

Student Assistants in academic departments support faculty, staff, and students through academic services, research assistance, departmental projects, and other activities that contribute to the University’s educational mission. These positions provide students with opportunities to develop professional skills while gaining practical experience in an academic environment.

Assignments are available in various academic departments and support units based on departmental needs and the student’s qualifications, interests, skills, and availability.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities vary by assignment and may include:

• Assist faculty and academic staff with departmental projects and initiatives.
• Support classroom preparation, laboratory activities, and academic resources.
• Assist with research activities, data collection, and organization of project materials under faculty or staff supervision.
• Help prepare instructional materials, reports, presentations, and departmental documentation.
• Support tutoring, peer mentoring, student success initiatives, or academic support services, when applicable.
• Assist with academic events, workshops, meetings, and student engagement activities.
• Organize records, maintain information, and provide general support to academic departments.
• Provide professional and courteous assistance to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Perform other duties that support the mission and operations of the assigned department.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled as an undergraduate student at Madonna University.
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress.
• Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Be dependable, professional, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Possess basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and be willing to learn University software and systems.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage in accordance with University student employment guidelines.
• Approximately 10–15 hours per week, based on departmental needs and student availability.
• Flexible scheduling that supports academic success.
• Opportunities to develop communication, organizational, research, technology, and professional skills.

Department Assignment

Student Assistants may be assigned to academic schools, departments, laboratories, libraries, research projects, tutoring and learning centers, or other academic support units.

Assignments are based on departmental needs and the student’s qualifications, experience, interests, and availability. Specific responsibilities, work schedules, and reporting relationships will be provided at the time of appointment.

Madonna University is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and student-centered learning community. We encourage qualified students from all backgrounds to apply.