The University of Michigan is partnering with the Michigan Economic Development Corp. on a pilot program to foster hiring in the electric vehicle and mobility industries by providing access to participating employers and scholarships

Preparing talent for the future of mobility careers.

Developing new tools, new venues, new teaching techniques and new curricula, the LIFT Talent Program ensures the manufacturing workforce of the future has the knowledge skills and abilities to successfully work in the advanced manufacturing future.

V1 Startup Fair is a career fair hosted by the University of Michigan that connects top students with fast-growing startups. The event offers opportunities for students to learn about the startup ecosystem, network with industry professionals, and find their next career opportunity.

The Michigan Founders Fund's Emerging Talent Program offers socially and economically marginalized postsecondary students in Michigan paid internships and professional development opportunities at local startups, with the goal of elevating student potential and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the state's thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The Mentors Program | T3N is a collaborative initiative between Michigan's leading research universities, supported by the MEDC and Michigan Strategic Fund Board, that provides expertise and resources to support the commercialization of university technologies and the creation of startups, including through a Mentors-in-Residence program, Technology Assessment Fellows, and Shared Services support for universities.

Shared Services | T3N is a statewide program that provides technology transfer support and resources to Michigan universities with limited tech transfer capabilities, helping them to more effectively commercialize university technologies and create startups.

MichiganWorks! Association is a unified workforce development system in Michigan, focusing on advocacy, innovation, and collaboration to drive economic growth and support local talent and job leaders through services like training, networking, and resources. Their target audience includes private sector leaders, job seekers, policymakers, and business executives, with a commitment to delivering quality and ensuring economic opportunity in the state.

Pure Michigan Talent Connect is your launch pad for new jobs, careers and talent!

TalentBridge - MTEC SmartZone is a non-profit business and technology incubator in Houghton-Hancock Michigan that provides support and mentorship to entrepreneurs and connects them to the resources they need to grow their businesses. The organization works closely with Michigan Technological University to leverage the university's reach and expertise to create a prosperous regional economy.

Velocity’s Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program is designed to serve aspiring businesspeople with the right resources and programs. 1-to-1 coaching for entrepreneurs and business owners offering high-level support across various areas, including identifying opportunities for scalability. Services include matching clients with grant opportunities and providing referrals for incubator and accelerator programs.

The Enterprise Program at Michigan Tech fosters collaboration between students and industry partners, enabling hands-on, project-based learning that prepares future engineers for real-world challenges through innovative solutions.

The Michigan Mobility Talent Consortium (MMTC) is cultivating and expanding the talent pipeline for mobility careers in Michigan.