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Don't just look at the Big Three automakers. In 2025, Michigan's fastest-growing sectors are actually in Management of Companies, Healthcare Support, and Computer/Mathematical roles.

Searching for a job in Michigan requires a mix of high-tech digital tools and "high-touch" local networking. Because the state is organized into 10 Prosperity Regions, your strategy should change depending on whether you are looking in the tech-heavy Ann Arbor area or the manufacturing hubs of West Michigan.

Top Job Boards for Michigan​

While LinkedIn and Indeed are essential, Michigan has specific local portals that often feature roles before they hit national sites.

Pure Michigan Talent Connect (PMTC)​

  • The gold standard for local searching: MiTalent.org.
  • It features a "HotJobs!" list specifically for high-demand roles in 2025.

West Michigan Works!​

  • If you are moving to Grand Rapids, Holland, or Muskegon, use the West Michigan HotJobs list.
  • It filters by "🔥" demand levels and median mid-career wages.

Nick's top job boards for Michigan​

Michigan-Specific Job Boards

Official

Pure Michigan Talent Connect

The state's official labor exchange system. Features a "Career Explorer" and veteran-specific resources.

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Public Sector

Michigan State Government Jobs

The NEOGOV portal for all civil service and state agency positions in Michigan.

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Regional

West Michigan Works!

A regional hub for West Michigan (Grand Rapids, Muskegon) featuring the "Hot Jobs!" demand list.

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Industry

MITechNews

Specialized for IT and technology roles across the Detroit-Ann Arbor-Grand Rapids tech corridors.

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High-Growth Sectors in 2025​

Michigan's economy is diversifying rapidly. Here is where the volume of hiring is currently concentrated:

Healthcare & Social Assistance​

  • Projected to add over 46,000 jobs by 2032.
  • Key employers: Corewell Health, Henry Ford Health, and Trinity Health.

Professional & Technical Services​

  • Includes software engineering, AI lead roles, and research.
  • Hubs: Ann Arbor (Tech), Auburn Hills (EV/Mobility), and Grand Rapids (FinTech).

Skilled Trades & Advanced Manufacturing​

  • Electricians, HVAC technicians, and Welders are in "critical demand."
  • Wages in these trades are currently averaging 16% higher than other non-degree occupations in the state.

Networking & Job Fairs​

In Michigan, the "hidden job market" is accessed through regional career expos.

Michigan Career Expos​

  • Metro Detroit: Large-scale fairs are frequently held in Southfield and Troy. Check JobFairGiant.com for 2025 schedules.
  • Employer of the Day: Many "Michigan Works!" centers host a single employer for a full day of on-site interviews. This is common in Lansing and Kalamazoo.

Industry Councils​

  • Connect with groups like MichBusiness or the Capital Area Manufacturing Council to find peer groups in HR, Accounting, or Sales.
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Remote Work Tip: If you are working for an out-of-state company while living in Michigan, you are still subject to Michigan's 4.25% flat income tax. Ensure your payroll department is aware of your new residency to avoid a massive tax bill in April.

Direct-Hire vs. Staffing​

Michigan has a high density of staffing agencies (like Kelly Services or TEKsystems) due to the project-based nature of the automotive and engineering sectors.

  • Direct-Hire: Better for long-term stability and full benefits.
  • Contract-to-Hire: Very common in engineering and IT. It’s a "trial period" that often leads to a permanent role after 6 months.
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Be wary of "ghost postings" on national boards. If a job has been up for more than 30 days on Indeed, go directly to the company's "Careers" page to see if it’s still active.

References

1 Pure Michigan Talent Connect - 2025 Career Projections
2 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Michigan Job Openings July 2025

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