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State of Michigan Employment

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State of Michigan Employment

Join Our Team

Every day the contributions and achievements of state employees have a direct impact on Michiganders across the state. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that can make a real difference in the lives of others, you can find your place working for the State of Michigan.
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Join Our Internship Program

The State of Michigan internship program is an ongoing partnership between the state, students, and academic institutions, where we connect state agencies with talented students. Why become an intern with us? The State of Michigan has been recognized as a top U.S. employer for new graduates from 2021-2023. 
State of Michigan Internship Program
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The State of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We aim to recruit, hire, develop, and retain a diverse and high performing workforce. Our  diversity helps drive our creative and effective problem solving, mutual respect, teamwork, and effective communication with the people we serve. 
Effectively developing, recognizing, and rewarding our employees is a top priority. Employees can take advantage of tuition reimbursement, mentoring programs, numerous professional development trainings and more.
We understand our employees work best when they feel valued and they are well. Our competitive employment benefits partnered with our Employee Service Program give employees and their eligible family members tools and resources to support their well being in the office and at home.
Achieving a healthy work-life balance is essential for overall wellness. We offer numerous work-life programs for our employees in the areas of family, childcare, eldercare, physical fitness, mental fitness, financial fitness, legal resources, general wellness and more. Telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available with many state jobs, which we find, can add to a healthy work-life balance.
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Holidays

State employees receive upwards of 14 scheduled holidays each year, which include Presidents Day, Juneteenth, General Election Day (even-numbered years), and Veterans Day just to name a few.

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Insurance and Other Benefits

Insurance benefits  include health, dental, vision, life, disability, and flexible spending accounts. Employees also have the option to purchase additional life, accidental death, long term disability, long term care insurance, and legal services.
Introduction to Benefits
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Leave Time

Full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 vacation days (annual leave) per year. Employees also receive 13 days of sick leave per year and eight hours of leave annually to participate in certain school functions or community activities.
Leave Information
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Retirement

The Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS) administers two different retirement plans for state of Michigan employees: the Defined Benefit (DB) plan and the 401(k) Defined Contribution plan. State employees hired on or after March 31, 1997, are enrolled in the 401(k) Defined Contribution plan.
Retirement Overview
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Career Services Resources

Our Office of Career Services offers a variety of resources, information, and tools to help you find the State of Michigan career right for you. Check out this helpful guide to the online job application process and view additional resources below.
 
Access Career Services Resources

Virtual Career Fairs

Connect with our recruitment team at a virtual career fair.

Interview Tips

Access interview prep tips for your upcoming interview.

Job Application FAQs

View frequently asked questions about applying with the state.

Contact Civil Service

Contact the Michigan Civil Service Commission (MCSC).