Washtenaw Community College
Part-time Technical Writing - Student
🇺🇸
Remote - US
🕑
Part-Time
💰
$17
per Hour
💻
Other
🗓️
March 10th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Washtenaw Community College is hiring a Part-time Technical Writing - Student. The role involves supporting faculty by drafting, editing, and formatting instructional and technical materials, primarily Open Educational Resources (OER), while ensuring documents meet clarity, accessibility, and style standards.
Highlights
- Draft, edit, and format technical and instructional content for faculty projects focused on OER.
- Use Microsoft Word and Google Docs for document formatting, applying styles, page layout, tables, and consistent typography.
- Maintain document templates, quick-reference guides, and standardized formatting for recurring needs.
- Proofread deliverables for grammar, spelling, citation consistency, and adhere to style guides.
- Support document accessibility practices, including heading structures and descriptive text for images.
- Organize project files and manage version control using shared drives.
- Communicate professionally with faculty clients to clarify goals, progress, and revisions.
- Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours and have completed or be enrolled in ENG208, ENG218, or ENG209.
- Required skills include strong written communication, intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Google Docs, and ability to manage multiple projects.
- Hourly wage of $17.21; position does not exceed 20 hours per week and includes flexible hours based on project deadlines.
Part-time Technical Writing - Student Full Description
Part-time Technical Writing - Student
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.
Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.
Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.
Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posting Details
Posting Details (Default Section)
Posting Number: | 0603833
Position Title: | Part-time Technical Writing - Student
Position is: | Part Time
Position Type: | Staff Position (Full Time/Part Time)
Department/Ofc.: | Academic Services & Support
Position Description:
Posting Language:
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is actively seeking a detail-oriented WCC Student to provide technical writing and document formatting support to faculty. This role is ideal for students interested in technical communication, editing, and document design. The student employee will work directly with faculty clients to clarify project needs, draft and revise content, and produce clear, consistent Open Educational Resources (OER). The successful candidate must be enrolled in and maintain a minimum of 6 (six) credit hours throughout employment. Continuation of employment is reviewed at the end of each semester.
Position Summary: The Part-time Technical Writing – General Fund Student will support faculty-led projects by drafting, editing, and formatting instructional and technical materials (primarily OER content). The student will gather requirements from faculty clients, apply templates and style standards, and ensure deliverables are accurate, easy to follow, and accessible. While in the position, the successful candidate will build skills in technical writing, editing and proofreading, document formatting, client communication, time management, and project organization.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Meet with faculty clients to identify goals, audience, scope, deliverables, and timelines for assigned projects. Draft, edit, and revise technical and instructional content for clarity, accuracy, organization, and consistency. Format documents using Microsoft Word and Google Docs, applying headings/styles, page layout, tables, figures, and consistent typography. Create and maintain document templates, quick-reference guides, and standardized formatting for recurring project needs. Proofread and quality-check final deliverables for grammar, spelling, citation/formatting consistency, and adherence to any provided style guide. Support basic document accessibility practices (for example: heading structure, readable tables, and descriptive text for images when applicable). Maintain organized project files and version control in shared drives and follow established naming and submission conventions. Communicate progress, questions, and risks to deadlines in a timely, professional manner; incorporate client feedback and revisions. Maintain strict adherence to college processes and procedures; other duties as assigned.
Hours/Schedule:This is a part-time position (not exceeding 20 hours per week) with varying hours that may include evenings and weekends, based on client meetings and project deadlines. Continuation of employment is reviewed at the end of each semester.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must be enrolled in and maintain a minimum of 6 (six) credit hours for the length of employment. Must have completed or be currently enrolled in ENG208, ENG218, or ENG209. Strong written communication skills, including proficiency in English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Ability to write for a specific audience and purpose and to translate complex information into clear, step-by-step instructions. Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Google Docs (including formatting with styles/headings and page layout); ability to learn new tools quickly. Excellent attention to detail and ability to proofread and apply consistent formatting standards. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and follow through on feedback and revisions. Maintain a positive, organized, team-driven attitude while supporting our students, colleagues, and community. Must be able to work directly with a diverse range of people including students, faculty, professionals and business owners.
Preferred Qualifications:
Posting Date: | 03/09/2026
Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.
Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.
Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary/Hourly Rate: | $17.21
Salary Comments: |
Position Title: | Part-time Technical Writing - Student
Position is: | Part Time
Position Type: | Staff Position (Full Time/Part Time)
Department/Ofc.: | Academic Services & Support
Position Description:
Posting Language:
Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is actively seeking a detail-oriented WCC Student to provide technical writing and document formatting support to faculty. This role is ideal for students interested in technical communication, editing, and document design. The student employee will work directly with faculty clients to clarify project needs, draft and revise content, and produce clear, consistent Open Educational Resources (OER). The successful candidate must be enrolled in and maintain a minimum of 6 (six) credit hours throughout employment. Continuation of employment is reviewed at the end of each semester.
Position Summary: The Part-time Technical Writing – General Fund Student will support faculty-led projects by drafting, editing, and formatting instructional and technical materials (primarily OER content). The student will gather requirements from faculty clients, apply templates and style standards, and ensure deliverables are accurate, easy to follow, and accessible. While in the position, the successful candidate will build skills in technical writing, editing and proofreading, document formatting, client communication, time management, and project organization.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Meet with faculty clients to identify goals, audience, scope, deliverables, and timelines for assigned projects. Draft, edit, and revise technical and instructional content for clarity, accuracy, organization, and consistency. Format documents using Microsoft Word and Google Docs, applying headings/styles, page layout, tables, figures, and consistent typography. Create and maintain document templates, quick-reference guides, and standardized formatting for recurring project needs. Proofread and quality-check final deliverables for grammar, spelling, citation/formatting consistency, and adherence to any provided style guide. Support basic document accessibility practices (for example: heading structure, readable tables, and descriptive text for images when applicable). Maintain organized project files and version control in shared drives and follow established naming and submission conventions. Communicate progress, questions, and risks to deadlines in a timely, professional manner; incorporate client feedback and revisions. Maintain strict adherence to college processes and procedures; other duties as assigned.
Hours/Schedule:This is a part-time position (not exceeding 20 hours per week) with varying hours that may include evenings and weekends, based on client meetings and project deadlines. Continuation of employment is reviewed at the end of each semester.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must be enrolled in and maintain a minimum of 6 (six) credit hours for the length of employment. Must have completed or be currently enrolled in ENG208, ENG218, or ENG209. Strong written communication skills, including proficiency in English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Ability to write for a specific audience and purpose and to translate complex information into clear, step-by-step instructions. Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Google Docs (including formatting with styles/headings and page layout); ability to learn new tools quickly. Excellent attention to detail and ability to proofread and apply consistent formatting standards. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and follow through on feedback and revisions. Maintain a positive, organized, team-driven attitude while supporting our students, colleagues, and community. Must be able to work directly with a diverse range of people including students, faculty, professionals and business owners.
Preferred Qualifications:
Posting Date: | 03/09/2026
Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.
Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.
Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary/Hourly Rate: | $17.21
Salary Comments: |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a currently enrolled Washtenaw Community College student with a minimum of 6 credit hours?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you meet all other minimum qualifications?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Certificate
- Letter of Reference 1
- Unofficial Transcripts 1
- Other Documents
Washtenaw Community College does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as provided for and to the extent required by federal and state statutes. Nor does the college discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Click here for Notice of Nondiscrimination and Other Compliance Statements.
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