Trades + Tech. You Can in Michigan
The Ultimate Hub for Starting Your Career
Michigan is home to world-renowned, visionary companies and innovative startups that are driving change. Many are looking to hire young, skilled workers in specialized trades that want to be part of diverse, tech-forward communities.
If you’re looking for your first job after certification or a new and exciting hands-on training opportunity — plus enticing nightlife to match — look no further than Michigan. High-paying jobs in fast-growing, innovative industries, a high quality-of-life and sustainable cost-of-living: It’s all right here.
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 kick start your career at companies with security and staying power, search the Michigan career portal for openings.
American Axle
Locations in: Detroit
FANUC
Locations in: Rochester Hills
Dow Inc.
Locations in: Midland
General Dynamics
Locations in: Sterling Heights
Bosch
Locations in: Farmington Hills
General Motors
Locations in: Bay City, Detroit, Flint, Lake Orion, Lansing, Pontiac, Romulus, Saginaw, Warren, Wyoming, Ypsilanti
Haworth
Locations in: Holland
Steelcase
Locations in: Grand Rapids
Ford
Locations in: DearbornMake Your Mark in World-Changing Industries
Defense & Aerospace
Advanced Manufacturing
EV & Mobility
Semiconductor
Life Sciences & Medical Devices
Clean Energy
Engineering, Design & Development
Professional & Corporate
Outdoor Products
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 PORTALMICHIGANDERS MAKE TIME FOR FUN
- MICHIGANDERS MAKE TIME FOR FUN
- EVENTS & FESTIVALS
- NIGHTLIFE
- FOOD & BEVERAGE
ENDLESS ARTISTIC EXPERIENCES
Backed by grant funding from the state-led Michigan Arts & Culture Council, artistic organizations throughout the Great Lakes State offer a diverse cultural landscape for creative expression and inspiration. Explore the art galleries in Traverse City where artists work with mediums like glassware, fabric and photography. Experience the awe of masterful performance at history centers like Manistee’s Ramsdell Theatre and the Fox Theatre. Metro Detroit is not only home to the Detroit Institute of Arts, but also the Motown Museum, as well as a rich portfolio of automotive and cultural heritage intuitions.
THE MICHIGAN SOUND
As one of the most musically influential states — known best for the development of Motown, early punk rock and techno — it’s no surprise Michigan hosts several popular music festivals that draw visitors in from across the nation. Movement Music Festival, held annually in Detroit, is a three-day celebration of electronic music. Faster Horses in Brooklyn showcases an eclectic lineup of country music, making it a must-visit for western music enthusiasts. And Electric Forest is a multi-genre music festival held among towering pines in Rothbury.
DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY
Whether you’re ready to chill out after the workday or want to paint the town red, Michigan is your canvas for top-tier entertainment. In Detroit, a city renowned for its musical heritage, you’ll find nightclubs and lounges that host body-moving grooves and the city’s world-class talent, such as TV Lounge. Grand Rapids boasts over 90 live music venues — or you could choose to dance the night away in Ann Arbor’s thriving club scene at popular LGBTQ+ venues like LIVE and Necto Nightclub. No matter where you go in Michigan, you’ll find an electrifying atmosphere that will keep you moving all night long.
GET A KICK OUT OF MICHIGAN’S HOPS
A thriving brewery and distillery scene awaits you in Michigan, serving up libations that cater to every taste. More than 80 breweries and several beer tours are in Grand Rapids alone, which have led to the city being dubbed “Beer City USA.” In Detroit, immerse yourself in the vibrant bar culture with a variety of unique creations like the Hummer Cocktail — a proud concoction of the Bayview Yacht Club. Or savor the refreshing Bell’s Oberon, a summer wheat ale from the renowned Bell’s Brewery in Kalamazoo. From craft brews to inventive cocktails, Michigan’s brewery and distillery scene will leave you spoiled for choice.
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 PLACE
EXPLORE 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
POPULAR 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.
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