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Employment and Training

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Employment and Training

Employment and Training develops customized workforce solutions for businesses and individuals, including those with disabilities. 

Our efforts to support job seekers or individuals includes preparing residents for successful employment through programs that remove barriers, support self-sufficiency, and provide smooth transitions. We also provide opportunities for residents to gain educational skills necessary to transition in postsecondary education, job training and employment. And we create and share resources to assist individuals with finding opportunities to re-enter the workforce. 

Our services to support employers and businesses includes partnering to recruit, upskill and retain valued employees; providing incentives to increase the bottom line while building an inclusive and diverse workplace; and helping connect employers with job seekers to meet their needs.

Service agencies

Employer resources

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    Let us partner with you to address your business-related needs, whether that's finding employees, obtaining training or resources for your staff, increasing your overall profitability, or much more.

    Businesses seeking resources to support their employment and training needs can contact us at LEO-Employer-Resources@michigan.gov to get more information.

    Explore resources for employers

Return to Work resources

Looking for a new job? Considering a career change? Exploring your options? The Return to Work Playbook contains a variety of resources to help you, regardless of where you are on your career journey. 

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    Job readiness resources

    Ready to get back to work but need some help preparing yourself? Here are resources to assist you.

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    Industry/Job-specific resources

    Think you know the area you would like to work in? Explore specific industries and jobs within them.

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    Resources to support specific individuals

    Are you a Veteran? Do you have a disability? Need to complete your high school equivalency? This information will connect you to the right resources.

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    MiTalent.org

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

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    Pathfinder

    Explore careers, schools and programs in Michigan to find the path that is right for you.

  • 2025 LEO-E&T Annual Report

    Michigan continues to rank among the national leaders in several key workforce categories, including credential attainment for adults using workforce development services and for helping Vocational Rehabilitation customers maintain employment. These are among the many highlights in the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s 2025 Employment and Training Annual Report. The report shows how workforce programs across the state are creating more pathways into high-skill, high-wage careers while helping employers meet Michigan’s growing workforce needs.

    Read the 2025 LEO-E&T Annual Report

  • Careers

    Start your career with the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity's Office of Employment & Training.

  • State of Michigan Contact Directory

    Looking to get in touch with a State of Michigan office or employee? Use the State of Michigan’s online directory to quickly find contact information and connect with the right person.

  • Data and information requests

    Looking for data or information from Employment & Training? Start here.

Pursuant to section 238 of PA 166 of 2022, the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity posts this notice that it has adopted a hybrid policy that includes in-person, remote, and alternative work arrangements. The department or agency has the authority to assign and schedule its employees and determine their work location. This policy also provides for work options contingent upon the operational needs of the department or agency. Approval is at the discretion of the department or agency and can be changed or rescinded based upon operational needs. The policy includes which positions may qualify for a work option, how to request one and the requirements necessary for approval.