Trades + Tech. You Can in Michigan
IT WOULDN’T BE A TECH HUB WITHOUT TRADES
Michigan is home to world-renowned, visionary companies and innovative startups that are driving change. Their success is dependent on dedicated workers like you. Many of those companies are looking to hire, train and reward skilled workers in specialized trades that want to be part of diverse, tech-forward communities.
If you’re looking for a new job to apply your hard-learned skills, or new and exciting hands-on training opportunities, look no further than Michigan. Here, high-paying jobs in fast-growing, innovative industries with staying power combine with a high quality-of-life and sustainable cost-of-living.
EXPLORE JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Search over 80,000 exciting job postings and training development programs in our career portal. Hundreds of companies in Michigan are actively looking for skilled and trainable workers right now.
STAY CONNECTED WITH MICHIGAN LIFE
Work for Innovative Employers Who are Future-Focused
Michigan is home to world-renowned tech companies and visionary startups across relevant and fast-growing industries in EV, MedTech, semiconductors and cybersecurity, and these below are just a few of them! That means big opportunities in engineering, advanced manufacturing and more! If you’re looking to extend your career at companies with security and staying power, search the Michigan career portal for openings.
American Axle
Locations in: DetroitFANUC
Locations in: Rochester HillsDow Inc.
Locations in: MidlandGeneral Dynamics
Locations in: Sterling HeightsBosch
Locations in: Farmington HillsGeneral Motors
Locations in: Bay City, Detroit, Flint, Lake Orion, Lansing, Pontiac, Romulus, Saginaw, Warren, Wyoming, YpsilantiHaworth
Locations in: HollandSteelcase
Locations in: Grand RapidsFord
Locations in: DearbornMake Your Mark in World-Changing Industries
EXPAND YOUR TOOLKIT FOR YOUR DREAMS
- MAP YOUR SKILLS AND EXPLORE CAREERS
- TRAINING PROGRAMS
- APPLY FOR JOBS!
MAP YOUR SKILLS AND EXPLORE CAREERS
The Michigan Career Portal is different than other job search tools. It leverages the power of AI (artificial intelligence) to instantly pull skills from your past experience and create a skills-focused profile that will recommend career opportunities and identify the skills you might need to develop to be a standout candidate for roles in that career.
Whether you are seeking to transition into a new career or become resilient in your current role, take the next step in the Michigan Career Portal.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
Once you identify the career opportunities you are interested in, the Michigan Career Portal provides you with a list of training resources and education options that can help you fill skills gaps in your experience. Whether you need to learn C++ programming, gain experience in how lithium battery technology works, or upskill your automotive assembly line knowledge, you’ll find a wide range of classes, programs and information to improve your candidacy for open jobs in your dream career in Michigan.
APPLY FOR JOBS!
The Michigan Career Portal has thousands of job openings for positions based in Michigan. The portal pulls these positions from a wide variety of job postings, so you don’t need to hop from one site to another to find your dream job in Michigan. It’s all right here. You’ll be able to select, save and apply for all the Michigan-based positions you are interested in.
And remember, if you see some that require additional skills, you can head back to the Learning Section of the portal to access more training options.
Dive into job openings, training opportunities and more.
ACCESS MICHIGAN CAREER PORTALLet Your Family Thrive in Michigan
- FAMILY FRIENDLY
- K-12 EDUCATION
- DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
- CHARTER AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS
A STRATEGIC FAMILY ENGAGEMENT FRAMEWORK
If you’re a parent who’s just moved to Michigan and is eager to get involved in your child’s education, look no further than MiFamily. Developed by the Michigan Department of Education, MiFamily provides a wealth of educational tools and information for parents to play an active role in their child’s educational journey outside of school. This resource uses an innovative framework to help families, educators and providers collaboratively aid in children’s learning and development, setting them up for success in the years to come.
FROM ABCS TO TECHNOLOGICAL DEGREES
With Birmingham Public Schools receiving an A+ rating from Niche and Grosse Pointe South High School ranking among U.S. News & World Report’s Top 500 High Schools in the Nation, Michigan Public School achievements speak for themselves. The Michigan Department of Education supports the state’s high academic standards with a strategic approach to curriculum, while initiatives like the Michigan STEM Partnership aim to increase the technological achievement of students through community partnerships.
ACTIVATING ON THE PROMISE OF SAFETY
Michigan is welcoming to all and is actively committed to promoting inclusivity and advancing DEI efforts. Organizations like the Michigan Diversity Council and the Michigan Department of Civil Rights play crucial roles in driving these initiatives forward. Recent strides have been made in the state, with the Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s signing of legislation that prohibits workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender and gender expression — further solidifying Michigan’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all its residents.
ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE BEYOND ACADEMICS
Looking for alternative education options? Michigan is home to several noteworthy private schools, including Greenhills School in Ann Arbor, a school that fosters emotional growth while emphasizing rigorous academics and community involvement. Detroit Country Day School, located in Beverly Hills, offers a challenging college preparatory curriculum while the Interlochen Arts Academy in northwest Michigan helps young artists grow in a highly creative and collaborative environment.
Cost of Living Calculator
Michigan’s high-income jobs and reasonable cost-of-living means more of your income stays in your pocket. Compare the cost-of-living in Michigan with your current location or other states you’re considering for your next life stage.
Find Your Place in Michigan
WHERE SHOULD YOU MOVE IN MICHIGAN?
From urban living to highly rated suburban neighborhoods, to small-town life close to nature, Michigan has a place for everyone. Take our quiz to find what towns and cities in Michigan fit your preferences and lifestyle.
FIND YOUR PERFECT PLACEPOPULAR CITIES & TOWNS
Michigan is loved for our urban amenities, natural landscapes, diverse communities, and small-town living options. See what towns and cities are drawing in out-of-staters to the Great Lakes state.
CREATE COMMUNITYEXPLORE THE MICHIGAN LIFE
From art festivals, live music, sporting events, and recreation, Michiganders love to play as hard as they work. Check out activities, events, and amenities you might not yet have discovered!
LIVE & PLAY