This week, the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) released the AI and the Workforce Plan. It aims to help Michigan gain up to $70 billion in economic impact and create 130,000 good-paying jobs.
Key Points:
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- In the next 5 to 10 years, AI is expected to reshape up to 2.8 million jobs in Michigan.
- Manufacturing, a key part of Michigan’s economy, will especially need workers to learn new skills — about 75% of jobs in that sector will require some form of upskilling.
The plan is built on three pillars:
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- Invest in skill development – Michigan’s ability to stay competitive depends on how well it builds and adapts its workforce through modern, accessible, and real-world training. By embedding AI skills into education and ensuring broad access across communities, the state can boost economic mobility and lead in the future of work.
- Understand and guide the workforce landscape for knowledge and skilled trade workers – By proactively preparing workers with adaptable skills and clear pathways into growing industries, Michigan can lead this transition and ensure everyone has a chance to succeed in the evolving economy.
- Enable businesses to adapt to the AI economy – By providing support to small and medium-sized companies, Michigan can help these businesses grow, innovate, and create jobs, ensuring they play a key role in the state’s AI-driven future.
Please click here to view the full plan.
