West Michigan Works!
West Michigan Works helps students and job seekers explore and plan careers. Six industry sector talent councils work together with regional stakeholders to organize and promote events throughout the year.
Councils
Agribusiness Talent Council
Agribusiness includes everything from growing crops and raising animals to processing food and making products you see in stores. In Michigan, it’s one of the top five industries and plays a big role in feeding our communities and supporting local jobs. From hands-on work outdoors to high-tech roles in labs and production facilities, there’s something for everyone. You might be surprised at how many different careers are part of agribusiness!
Construction Careers Council
The construction industry includes electricians, engineers, HVAC technicians, and heavy equipment mechanics just to name a few! Skilled trade professionals build the homes we live in, the schools we learn in, and the roads we travel on. Right now, West Michigan needs thousands of new workers in construction, and jobs are available in every part of the industry. Whether you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems or leading teams, construction has a path for you.
Discover Manufacturing
Manufacturing is all about making things - cars, furniture, food products, tools, and more. It’s one of Michigan’s biggest industries and offers good-paying jobs in areas like robotics, welding, design and machine operation. Manufacturers in West Michigan are looking for the next generation to help build the future. Whether you like working with your hands or using technology to solve problems, there’s a place for you in manufacturing.
Explore Hospitality
Hospitality is all about creating an experience - whether that’s at a restaurant, hotel, event, attraction or travel destination. In West Michigan, over 35,000 people work in hospitality. From cooking and customer service to event planning and tourism, there are exciting careers that let you connect with others and create something special.
West Michigan Health Careers Council
Health care is Michigan’s largest employer and includes jobs like nurses, medical assistants, lab techs, therapists and more. In fact, 40 of the 100 most in-demand jobs in West Michigan are in health care. If you like helping people, solving problems or working as part of a team, a career in health could be a great fit. These jobs are essential to keeping our communities healthy and strong.
West Michigan Tech Talent
Technology careers power the systems behind apps, websites, data, cybersecurity and more. In West Michigan, tech jobs are growing fast and are needed in every industry - from healthcare to manufacturing to entertainment. If you enjoy solving problems, being creative or working with computers, a tech career could be a great path. The demand is high, and the opportunities are in West Michigan.