The Institute for Energy Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented, energetic student to provide vital administrative support for the functions of IES. Work 8-12 hours between 8:30 AM and 5 PM, Monday-Friday, with flexibility to accommodate your class schedule. Opportunities for additional hours may be offered. 

Duties include:

• Contribute to and support IES event efforts through activities, such as scheduling, room booking, food coordination and pick up, name tag preparation, event registration table support, and other institute supporting errands.

• Advertise upcoming IES events and activities and support IES news dissemination through mailing lists and newsletter

• Support logistics for new and existing energy-related research and educational initiatives and projects, both those led by IES and led by collaborators of IES

• Participate in and contribute to IES programming

If you are interested in applying, please send your resume and your weekly availability for the winter 2026 semester to Kira Edwards at kirade@umich.edu with the subject line “IES Student Assistant” followed by your first and last name.

Note - candidates for the position may be prioritized for availability aligned with IES event and activity schedules.

• High school diploma, or equivalent

• Ability to work independently

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students with the ability to deliver consistent and clear messages to a diverse group with differing perspectives or roles in process

• Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities with careful attention to detail

• Skilled in Google and Microsoft Office platforms