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Employment in Flint & Genesee
Work in Flint & Genesee

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Flint & Genesee is a region that took four wheels and a motor and started a revolution more than a century ago. That same can-do spirit lives on today through the many entrepreneurs, innovators and employers who call Genesee County home. The diverse economy is led by major manufacturers including General Motors, innovative medical centers, nationally recognized higher education institutions and thousands of small businesses. Truly, Flint & Genesee is the perfect landing spot for dreamers and doers, for wayfinders and changemakers. What’s more, through a variety of professional groups and resource providers, the region has the supports in place to help job seekers and local workers grow their networks, while building their skills and a meaningful career.

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Our Flintern initiative aims to enhance the summer internship experience for local interns by helping them explore Flint & Genesee and grow as professionals. Learn more by contact Brianna Mosier at bmosier@flintandgenesee.org.

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Top Industries

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Check out a high-level fly over on the top industries and types of jobs in Genesee County below.

 

Not sure where to start or don’t see your field of interest? There’s a support system in place to help you. Between the Flint & Genesee Chamber and Flint & Genesee Young Professionals Committee, there are many opportunities to make new connections and learn new skills.

Education

Flint & Genesee offers many options to connect with students at all levels. The region has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked K-12 public schools in Michigan and is home to multiple nationally ranked colleges and universities.

Engineering

The area is home to a number of companies that specialize in all types of engineering. The concentration of engineering firms in Flint & Genesee is nearly four times higher than the national average.

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Entertainment

We’re big on arts, culture and media. Flint & Genesee's museums, theaters, and entertainment venues bring in top talent from all over. Plus our local news stations and thriving music scene offer many ways to break into the entertainment industry.

Finance & Insurance

Home to the headquarters ELGA Credit Union, The State Bank and Financial Plus Credit Union, as well as a number of financial advisory, accounting and insurance firms - Flint & Genesee has the opportunities to take your career in finance and insurance to the next level.

Healthcare

Flint & Genesee is home to Ascension Genesys Hospital, Hurley Medical Center, McLaren Health Care (including McLaren's headquarters), and Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. The area has some of the industry’s most skilled doctors and health care professionals. Making the county the perfect place to build your career in healthcare.

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Human Resources

With more than 7,500 employers located in Genesee County, you have the option to flex your Human Resources skills in all sorts of industries, ranging from health care and higher education to manufacturing and government.

Information Technology

Got a passion for all things IT? So do we! Our region is making significant investments to support the growth of this industry. And with a variety of IT specialties available, there are countless ways to build your resume here.

Manufacturing

Flint & Genesee has been home to some of the world’s brightest innovators, dating back to the birth of General Motors. Today, the region is home to hundreds manufacturing firms. Many of these employers have major brand recognition and are sold all over the country.

Sales & Marketing

Flint & Genesee employers depend on their salesforce to help give them a competitive edge in today’s workforce landscape. With more than 7,500 employers and a wide variety of networking opportunities, the area provides great opportunities to flex your skills while building connections.

Sciences

Home to multiple pharmacies, environmental consulting firms and nationally ranked colleges and universities, Flint & Genesee offers all sorts of opportunities for science professionals to make their mark.

Skilled Trades

Looking to make your move in the skilled trades? Flint & Genesee has more than 250 manufacturing companies, three major medical centers and utility providers. This adds up to all sorts of opportunities for you to leverage your talents and know-how.

Transportation

Our transportation infrastructure surpasses most regions of its size, meaning we have all sorts of jobs related to planes, trains, automobiles and everything in between. Help others make a move—literally—in Flint & Genesee.

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Make It Your Own

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More of a self-starter? Have a business idea or a passion project that needs the perfect place to bloom? Yeah, we can help with that too. Our community was founded by innovators and risk takers. Small businesses and entrepreneurs are the fabric of Genesee County communities. We have the people and support in place to help you succeed.

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