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Academic Year Job Postings

Academic year 2025-26

GSA (General Student Assistance) positions are for all students to apply. 

Work-Study positions are only for students awarded Work-Study on the Financial Aid award letter. If you completed the FAFSA but do not know if you qualify, email or call Financial Aid, 989-774-3674, or Student Employment Services, 989-774-3881. To confirm Work-Study eligibility, contact Student Employment Services.

Contact departments directly to pursue a job.


WORK-STUDY – Art and Design – Seeks Digital Fabrication Technician
Duties Include:  The Digital Fabrication Technician's primary function will be to assist students in the troubleshooting and design of projects for digital fabrication and the operation of the various digital fabrication tools housed in Wightman Hall and North Art Studio. Responsibilities will include studio organization and cleaning (the tools themselves and stock used on them), and studio supervision and student assistance during open lab hours. Additionally, student assistants will help the faculty with studio tasks as needed. Job training will be a regular occurrence to facilitate student needs and to maintain a safe work environment.
Skills Desired
: The Digital Fabrication Assistant must demonstrate knowledge of how to safely and successfully operate, troubleshoot, and maintain the Digital Fabrication tools used in the Department of Art and Design. Currently, these tools include a CNC Laser Cutter and 3D Printing. Proficient experience on these tools is required. Additional experience on other types of digital fabrication tools, such as CNC Plasma Cutting and CNC Routing, is a bonus. Experience with Adobe Illustrator is required to be considered for this job. Autodesk Fusion 360 & Meshmixer will be important later in the semester, but experience with those programs is not required immediately.
Schedule
: Primary hours for this position are somewhat flexible, starting after 5pm M/Th. Fridays are possible. Mornings (before 11am) are a possibility too.
To Apply: Email a cover letter and resume to Jeremy Davis at davis7jc@cmich.edu. If a position can be offered, applicants will be notified.

GSA – CMU Dining
Duties Include
: Assist and courteously serve customers; prep, serve, and cook assorted foods using various equipment and utensils; assist in keeping kitchen and service areas clean and sanitized; follow all safety and food handling guidelines; report to full-time employees as assigned; attend and complete employee trainings and meetings as scheduled; become familiar with and follow all CMU Campus Dining policies and standards; complete other duties as assigned.
Skills Desired: Must be able to lift 25 lbs.; must be able to handle temperature changes including putting stock away in coolers and/or freezers; must be able to stand and walk for extended periods; must be able to push loaded stock carts; prior food service and/or customer service experience.
Schedule: Days and hours vary by location.

Current openings:
 
Concessions - Team Leader - Fall 2025-Spring 2026
Concessions Team Member Fall 2025
Merrill Virtual Food Hall Fall 2025/Spring 2026
WhichWich Team Member Fall 2025 / Spring 2026

GSA – Isabella Bank Institute for Entrepreneurship – Seeks Program & Events Coordinator
Duties Include:  Assist the Program & Event Manager and IBIE student team in the planning and implementation of all IBIE events, including the signature New Venture Challenge (NVC), workshops, hackathons, cross-campus entrepreneurial initiatives, and special events (both in-person & virtual) associated with the Isabella Bank Institute for Entrepreneurship. Work together with faculty, staff and IBIE student team to run effective events and programs. Assist with tracking expenses, student engagement, and other events and program metrics.  Be a problem solver – see a problem and recommend a solution. 
Skills Desired
: Experience with Excel & Microsoft Suite Highly organized and comfortable balancing multiple projects and competing deadlines. Previous experience with CMU-related events and programs. Major or minor in Event Management or related field.
Schedule
: Flexible with classes during the week, Mon-Fri, some weekends required. Must be available at all required events.
To Apply: Apply online

WORK-STUDY and GSA – Tutoring & Supplemental Instruction– Seeks Supplemental Instructor
Duties Include:  Supporting students' academic success through peer-led study sessions. Attend class lectures and prepare structured review sessions. Facilitate collaborative learning environments.
Skills Desired
: Academic excellence, leadership skills, a passion for helping students succeed. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and successful completion (grade of A) in any one of the following courses: CHM 131 (General Chemistry I), CHM 132 (General Chemistry II), CHM 345 (Organic Chemistry I), ECO 201 (Principles of Macroeconomics), MTH 133 (Calculus II), AST 111/112 (Astronomy and Intro to Astronomical Observations), HSC 411 (Pathophysiology), PHY 130QR (College Physics I), or PHY 131 (College Physics II).
Schedule
: 12 hours average (planning for sessions is flexible around instructors' schedules, however, sessions require a minimum of 3 hours after 5pm Monday-Friday).
To Apply: Apply Online. If a position can be offered, applicants will be notified.

GSA and WORK STUDY - University Recreation
CMU's University Recreation department offers a variety of employment opportunities at the Student Activity Center. The SAC work environment prides itself on being not just a job, but also an experience. No matter what your academic focus, URec Student Staff gain valuable lifelong skills from their employment experiences at the SAC. With more than a million users and visitors coming into the SAC each year, student staff gets to work in a diverse environment and share a unique employment experience.
Current openings:

Building Supervisor
Esports Facility Attendant
Esports Social Media Manager
Esports Team Manager
Fitness Center Attendant
Group Fitness Instructor
Human Resources Assistant
Intramural Official
Lifeguard
Service Center Attendant
Social Media Content Creator
Swim Instructor