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Michigan Leads the Nation in PeopleFirst AI Innovation

Michigan Leads the Nation in PeopleFirst AI Innovation

Building an economy where every worker, business, and community can thrive in an AI-driven future.

Explore Michigan’s AI and the Workforce Plan

Read the New Michigan AI Data Trends Report

Michigan's Proactive Approach to AI

Michigan is shaping the future — with a strategy that centers people, strengthens businesses and modernizes systems to prepare the workforce for change.

Michigan is investing in workers, supporting employers and upgrading workforce systems to help every Michigander succeed.

With smart adoption, AI could generate up to $70 billion in economic impact and support 130,000 good‑paying jobs statewide.

Over the next decade, AI may transform 2.8 million jobs — and 75% of manufacturing roles will require upskilling.

Most jobs are expected to evolve, not disappear, making training and adaptability essential.

Michigan already leads in advanced manufacturing, mobility, and the skilled trades — and is positioning workers and employers to stay ahead of global competition.

Michigan’s AI and the Workforce Plan

A statewide roadmap ensuring workers, employers and communities benefit from AI.

Unveiled at the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference, the plan expands access to AI, digital and technical skills — while helping businesses adopt AI responsibly and competitively.

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In its first year, Michigan has already delivered major progress:

  • Expanded AI and digital skills training statewide through all 16 Michigan Works! Agencies with Google Career Certificates
  • Awarded a $500,000 innovation grant to advance digital literacy, AI training, and apprenticeship pathways
  • Integrated new AI tools into Pure Michigan Talent Connect to improve job search and career services
  • Launched the state’s first AI‑powered chatbot within the Unemployment Insurance Agency
  • Secured $1.8 billion in federal and private investment to expand high‑speed internet access
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AI Data Trends in Michigan Report

To understand how AI is reshaping Michigan’s economy today, we partnered with Michigan Works! to release a first of its kind statewide analysis on AI’s impact.

  • AI is transforming every sector — right now.
  • Michigan’s AI & Workforce Plan is already aligning employers, educators and workforce leaders.
  • New insights show where Michigan must push forward to remain competitive nationwide.
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Key Insights from the Data

AI job demand is climbing

AI job demand is climbing across nearly all regions and industries, with fastest growth among small and mid-sized businesses.

  • Sectors to watch: Construction, Public Administration, Real Estate & Leasing, Retail
  • Roles to watch: Transportation & Material Moving, Sales, Office & Administrative Support

Michigan workers report lower AI skill levels

Michigan workers report lower AI skill levels than the national average — reinforcing the need for widespread upskilling and tech training.

Roughly 10% of the workforce is in high AI exposure jobs

Roughly 10% of the workforce is in high AI exposure jobs, especially office and administrative support roles.

  • These roles make up more than half of high exposure occupations.
  • With targeted retraining, many workers can move into higher-wage career pathways.

Healthcare shows the widest span of AI impacted roles

Healthcare shows the widest span of AI impacted roles, with both high- and low exposure occupations represented.

Employers now need workers who can use AI tools effectively

Employers now need workers who can use AI tools effectively, not just technical specialists — emphasizing leadership, communication, innovation and workflow management.

Higher education and training programs must adapt quickly

Higher education and training programs must adapt quickly, especially in fields tied to management and administrative roles.

  • Many programs still lack AI-related curriculum.
  • AI skills must be built across K–12, higher ed, adult learning, and apprenticeships.

Industry Reports

  • Advanced Manufacturing

  • Agriculture

  • Construction

  • Energy

  • Healthcare

  • Hospitality and Outdoor Recreation

  • Information Technology

  • Mobility

Michigan's Path is Clear

We cannot wait for the future of work — we must prepare workers, employers and communities now to lead in an AI-driven economy and ensure opportunity reaches every region.

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