Student Employee - Trades Technology BTAC Grant

Job Summary:

This job posting is for a pooled position and will remain open for the 2026–2027 academic year. Student applicants are encouraged to follow up with the Department Contact listed above regarding their application status. Student positions are filled each semester on a need-to-hire basis; applications are reviewed only when positions are available.

Lansing Community College’s Technical Careers Division provides over 30 innovative program areas. Our collaborative and flexible team environment works with the local, regional, and national community for the success of every student. We believe in each other and find joy in our work, never stop learning or growing and we are guided by strong character, ethics, and integrity. We make a difference. Our dedication to diversity, inclusion, and universal access underscores our commitment to fostering an inclusive educational culture. If you seek an opportunity to work with a great team of faculty and staff committed to student success in a professionally driven environment, then consider the following opportunity.

Student employees in this position will work with the Building Training and Assessment Center (BTAC), a collaboration with Lansing Community College, Michigan State University and the Lansing School District., This program is designed to build and expand a knowledgeable and diverse energy workforce pipeline by educating and training college-level students in HVAC, energy systems, and related topics through a structured, hands-on educational experience. The goal is to provide students with real-world experience while making a measurable impact on local K-12 schools and small commercial buildings (under 50,000 square feet) by helping reduce their energy use, operational costs, and carbon footprint.
Student employees are involved in a range of meaningful activities, including learning how energy-consuming equipment and processes work, analyzing utility bills to establish baseline energy usage, and calculating energy, cost, and carbon savings. Under the guidance of program faculty, each student participates in approximately two to three assessments per semester, where they will help identify and quantify energy-saving opportunities for clients. Students also collaborate with facility personnel to plan assessments, conduct site visits, and prepare professional reports that summarize findings and recommendations. The assessment process includes a pre-assessment meeting with plant personnel, an on-site visit to identify opportunities for energy efficiency and operational improvements, and a post-assessment phase that involves data analysis, working with utility providers for financing options, and preparing a final report.

This position offers paid, hands-on experience, leadership and mentorship opportunities, and a strong resume-building experience. Work is available during the academic year and over the summer, with flexible scheduling based on assessment needs. Students will engage with a diverse network of peers, faculty, and clients, and receive training in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and assessment methods. Most importantly, participants will see the positive impact of their work in real-world settings.

We are looking for students from a variety of majors; ideal candidates are strong communicators, team players, and problem-solvers who are passionate about sustainability and energy efficiency. A multi-semester commitment is preferred, ideally spanning from Spring through Fall of 2026–2027. Time commitment will vary depending on assessment schedules, with each assessment requiring approximately 24 hours of work. Students will be expected to participate in assessments at commercial and industrial buildings and contribute to training, outreach, teamwork, and report writing.

Regular on campus presence is expected for all LCC employment. Any flexible work schedules and/or hybrid work schedules approved by the College are subject to change based on the needs of the LCC community.

LCC policy requires all LCC employees to be residents of the State of Michigan and to perform all work (with limited exceptions) within the State of Michigan.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

Requirements for LCC Student Employment:

The primary purpose of student employment is to provide current LCC students the opportunity to acquire job skills and experiences during semesters in which they are attending classes as follows:
• Enrolled and actively attending the following total LCC credit hours by semester
- Fall and/or Spring Semester(s) = 6.0 credits minimum (taken over 16-week period)
- Summer Semester = 3.0 credits minimum (taken over 8-week period)
• 2.00 GPA minimum (unless it’s student's first semester of enrollment at LCC and/or granted approval to waive requirement from the Student Employment Coordinator)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Actively pursuing a certificate, associates, or undergraduate degree at Lansing Community College
Note: International students (i.e., F-1 visa holders w/ valid I-20 issued by LCC) must meet the following minimum enrollment requirements each semester, in order to maintain employment eligibility per United States Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS):
- Fall and/or Spring Semester(s) = 12.0 credits min. (taken over 16-week period)
- Summer Semester = 3.0 credits min. (taken over 8-week period)

Additional Position Requirements:
• Actively pursuing a certificate, associates or undergraduate degree @ LCC in the Trades Technology Program

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3.0 GPA

• A multi-semester commitment is preferred, ideally spanning from Spring through Fall of 2026–2027

Lansing Community College prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at lcc.edu/consumer-information/equal.html.