Each year, West Michigan Works! looks at local job posting data and works with local employers to create the Hot Jobs! List. This list provides a snapshot of West Michigan’s hiring needs.
What is a hot job?
A hot job is in high demand. This means employers have open positions they need to fill now.
A hot job is fast-growing. This means the outlook for a career in this occupation is good; the number of openings is expected to grow at a faster rate than other jobs.
How will this list help me?
If you are looking for a new job or career, this list can help guide you to occupations for which employers in West Michigan have a current and growing need.
What industries have hot jobs?
The industries with the highest need for talent and the greatest expected growth in West Michigan are: construction/energy, health sciences, information technology, manufacturing and professional/administrative services.
Additionally, a large portion of the region’s jobs and labor income are in the agricultural industry. Many of the high-demand jobs in agriculture, including farming and food production, overlap with other industries.
What if I’m not qualified for a hot job?
With unemployment rates at historical lows, it is necessary to arm job seekers with skills that meet the needs of employers and can put them on the path to successful careers. The list identifies which occupations meet the criteria for Michigan Works! training scholarships.
The 2018 Hot Jobs List is available on the West Michigan Works! website at http://jobs.westmiworks.org/hot-jobs-2/ . The online list is sortable and features links to more career information for each job.
Employment Expertise is provided by West Michigan Works! Learn more about how they can help: visit westmiworks.org or your local Service Center.
