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Pairing Michigan Talent with Possibilities
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is dedicated to helping businesses and talent reach their highest potential – and that commitment is what gave rise to the Talent Action Team (TAT). As a matchmaker for the state’s higher education institutions, diverse industries and innovative, career-minded jobseekers, TAT has partnered with more than 20 employers, from Fortune 500 companies to growing startups. Whether you’re a company looking to expand, a current resident seeking to increase your job prospects or a new graduate looking to kickstart your career, our team can help connect you to the right opportunities and resources.
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Invested in Connecting Jobseekers and Students to Skills and Career Opportunities in Michigan
Michigan Economic Development CorporationScholarships Available to Michigan Students Who Choose to Stay In-State for a Job After Graduation
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Meet the Thumb Region: Affordable Coastal Living
Michigan’s Thumb Region offers big opportunities in a relaxed, small-town setting. It’s a place where professional ambition blends with a strong sense of community and an easygoing lifestyle. Whether you’re growing a career in healthcare, forging a path in advanced manufacturing or putting down roots near the Lake Huron coast, you’ll find space to build […]
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Flint, MI Named the Most Affordable for Home Buyers—and It Has the Lowest Cost of Living Index in the U.S.
The cost of homes in the U.S. is skyrocketing. According to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, the median sales price went from $313,000 at the beginning of 2019 to $416,900 at the beginning of 2025. And, as WalletHub noted, that doesn’t account for the rise in mortgage rates, with the average […]
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Grand Rapids named #1 City on the Rise
LinkedIn identified 25 emerging metro areas where hiring is accelerating, job postings are surging and talent migration is reshaping local economies to create their inaugural list of Cities on the Rise. The ranking spotlights mid-size U.S. cities with vibrant job markets and growing professional communities. Underneath each city’s mention, you can explore the top hiring […]
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