Join us Thursday, Sept. 15 from 12-2 p.m. for the MI STEM Meet-UP as we showcase the MI STEM Forward Internship Program and connect upcoming talent with innovative companies throughout Michigan. The Meet-UP will provide both business and talent an opportunity to meet and network while showcasing all the innovation happening in Michigan. The MI STEM Forward Internship Program is operated by Ann Arbor SPARK and made possible through an MEDC-provided grant that offers financial support to companies hiring STEM interns. Participating companies are encouraged to complete an application and submit job descriptions in advance of the event here.

Michigan defense contractors are approaching important deadlines for meeting DoD cybersecurity requirements. On Thursday, Aug. 25, tune in to the Michigan Defense Center CyberSmart Grant Webinar to learn about the new cybersecurity requirements from the Pentagon, how to take advantage of a new cost-sharing program to help pay for the improvements you’ll be required to make, and the risks of non-compliance.

The Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights (MRCC) formed the Michigan Statewide Carpenters and Millwrights Joint Apprenticeship and Training Fund (JATF) to support apprenticeship programs throughout the state, training the next generation of skilled trade workers in Michigan. In support, the JATF embarked on an ambitious plan to build three new training centers in Detroit, Wayland and Negaunee, at a cost of more than $60 million. Learn how MEDC’s collateral support program helped MRCC overcome obstacles and accomplish this project. The new Detroit training center officially opened in June 2022 and will train up to 1,500 students a year.

A recent episode of The Michigan Opportunity podcast features Dr. Thomas Glasmacher, Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) Laboratory Director. Dr. Glasmacher joins host Ed Clemente as they discuss his role at the FRIB laboratory, what the FRIB does for the state, the potential economic impact and MSU’s dominance in the field of nuclear science. You can also read the transcript from the conversation.

Michigan Economic Development Corporation helps to connect businesses to new resources, meet new partners and access the additional capital they need from the start. If your business needs support to reach its new potential, the MEDC is available to help. Visit michiganbusiness.org/pure-partnership to find customized business assistance.

MEDC continues to support businesses and communities across the state. Learn more about our economic and recovery resources currently available or read more about the impact our programs are having and our COVID-19 response.