Michigan's Workforce and Talent

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Forbes: State of Michigan a Top-Ten Employer for New Graduates

The State of Michigan was ranked as a top ten employer for new graduates in Forbes’ “America’s Best Employers for New Graduates” list — ranked 8th out of the 300 total recognized organizations. The list is based on an independent survey of more than 20,000 young professionals in the United States from companies with at least 1,000 employees.

Michigan is a Top Place for Remote Workers

The pandemic-accelerated trend in flexible work locations shows no sign of slowing even as the COVID-19 vaccine rolls out. Talent is seeking to work from places that maximize work-life balance, and increasingly finding that balance in Michigan.

Michigan’s ‘Arsenal of Innovation’ supports the frontlines in the fight against COVID-19

Around the globe, Michigan is known for what it can make, as home to a skilled workforce and an unparalleled work ethic. The state’s legendary innovation is on display yet again helping the world as it works to flatten the curve of COVID-19.

Cross-Sector Partnerships Create Talent Pipeline for Aviation Industry in Michigan

As states around the country face an impending talent shortage, Michigan is identifying opportunities to fill these skills gaps by building coalitions between industry and academia. Michigan is no stranger to thinking outside of the box.

Michigan brings its smart cities together for state-wide change

To be part of the future–whether it’s autonomous cars and shared mobility or advanced healthcare and sustainable communities — it takes intelligent infrastructure and support. Like what’s being created in Michigan.

Michigan Proactively Invests in High-Tech, Manufacturing Talent of the Future

From early-stage startups to Fortune 500 businesses, it is nearly impossible to plan for future success anymore without hearing about the growing war for talent. Luckily, Michigan is already taking steps today to build on our tradition of innovation by investing in the workers, thinkers and leaders of tomorrow.

What Sets Michigan Apart

Michigan is ranked #1 in the nation for concentration of engineers.

Michigan ranks in the Top 10 for America's Best Employers for New Grads.

With 250,000 workers in the skilled trades, Michigan's skilled trades workforce ranks in the top 10 nationally.

Michigan ranks in the Top 10 for tech jobs growth and for cybersecurity leaders.

Michigan ranks in the Top 10 for total STEM degree completions in the nation.

Michigan has the 4th largest engineering, design and development (EDD) workforce in the nation.

Michigan ranks #1 in the nation for its concentration of commercial and industrial designers.

Talent and Workforce Resources & Partners

Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity

LEO works in partnership with MEDC to expand economic opportunity and prosperity for all across Michigan.

Going Pro

The Going Pro initiative is changing perceptions about the professional trades and providing the tools and pathways to professional trades careers for Michiganders.

Pure Michigan Talent Connect

Pure Michigan Talent Connect is a tool connecting Michigan’s job seekers and employers, and serves as a central hub linking all public and private stakeholders who support Michigan’s workforce.

MiSTEM Network

Through 16 regional hubs, the MiSTEM Network is connecting education, business and community partners across the state.

Michigan Works!

Your local Michigan Works! business services staff is uniquely qualified to help you meet your talent needs. Together, they will work with you to create a workforce solution using a wide variety of services and resources available.

Sixty by 30

Sixty by 30 seeks to build a better Michigan by closing the skills gap and increasing access to the education and skills that create opportunities for better jobs and bigger paychecks.

Michigan's Workforce and Talent

Michigan: Exceptional Talent that's here to stay