MGTI Statewide Programs
MGTI’s strategies focus on (1) attracting and retaining high-skilled New Americans, international students, and entrepreneurs to Michigan while leveraging their skills, degrees, and experience; (2) training and/or credentialing new residents as well as those already here, and (3) placing this skilled and credentialed workforce with Michigan companies to fill unmet talent needs, establishing Michigan as a center for global prosperity.
Attraction and Retention
Michigan Attraction Initiative
Attracting college-educated immigrants to Michigan through a digital marketing strategy and support campaign, especially targeting high-demand talent such as electrical engineers and computer science, IT and software developers.
Global Entrepreneurs in Residence (Global EIR)
Enabling immigrant startup founders to launch their businesses in Michigan through partnerships with Michigan colleges and universities.
When international students stay in the United States, and bring skill sets, they are helping employers [meet their unfilled talent needs].”
Manish Senta
Founder of TekWissen
Training and Credentialing
Credential Evaluation, Upskilling, and Reskilling
Providing scholarships to support immigrants’ career success through credential evaluation, upskilling, or reskilling activities.
Contextualized English Language Learning
Assisting immigrants, educators and employers through industry-specific, contextualized English as a Second Language (ESL) support.
Community College Immigrant Student Success
Enhancing enrollment, retention, and completion rates at Michigan community colleges through grant funding, cohort model learning, and best practice technical assistance.
Welcome Back Center / Health Care Careers
Exploring the feasibility of a healthcare professional-focused center to address employee shortages and improve access to health services through assisting internationally-trained medical graduates and immigrants with professional health care experience.
We are people who are not afraid to take risks or make changes. That is good for the economy because we have a different approach. We bring a different perspective not only to the work we do but what we do in general. It’s good to have a different point of view. It makes the culture at work richer.
Berenice Lopez-Sanchez
Ford Motor Company
Connecting and Placing
Global Talent Retention Initiative / International Student Retention
Assisting employer with unmet talent needs connect with international student graduates. GTRI includes programs that partner with Michigan universities to offer international students soft skills training and networking with employers, in addition to assisting employers connect with talent through job fairs, direct matching and other opportunities.
Skilled Immigrant Integration Program
Reconnecting college-educated immigrants to the Michigan workforce by establishing pathways to professional licenses, enhancing job search skills and career readiness, and placing them with Michigan employers.
I can now do the same for others. We are in the digital technology space, which has a global impact. I’m happy that I have been able to grow my company and hence provide opportunities for international students while they are in school and after graduation.
Jimmy Hsiao
Founder of Logic Solutions
Get Involved
The Michigan Global Talent Initiative collaborates with businesses, government, and communities to develop inclusive talent strategies. Join us to enhance Michigan’s prosperity through the contributions of its immigrant communities. Complete our contact form today!