Building Michigan's NextGen AI Talent Pipeline

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Building Michigan's NextGen AI Talent Pipeline 〰️

We’re creating a future-ready Michigan workforce—equipping students, young professionals, and lifelong learners with the tools, training, and opportunities needed to lead in an AI-powered economy.

Our Mission in Action

Michigan NextGen AI Council’s education and workforce efforts are designed to bridge the talent gap in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies by:

  • Training students on the latest AI tools and models

  • Partnering with industry and government to identify real-world challenges

  • Preparing learners of all ages to lead, innovate, and adapt in Michigan’s rapidly evolving tech landscape

Our Pillars of Workforce Development

Exposure - Early Access to AI literacy, tools, and trends

Experience -Project-based learning and real-world problem solving

Engagement - Deep partnerships with employers and public sector leaders

Equity - Inclusive programming for underrepresented, rural, and nontraditional leaders

Expansion - Lifelong learning and engagement opportunities across career stages

Signature Programs & Experiences

  • AI Bootcamps & Case Competitions

    Hands-on learning environments where students apply AI tools to tackle real-world challenges across health, finance, mobility, infrastructure, education, and more.

  • Hackathons & Problem-Solving Labs

    Partnering with industry and agencies, students participates in fast-paced, team-based events to design tech-driven solutions to Michigan’s biggest problems.

  • Industry Immersion & Tech Tours

    We organize visits to leading AI labs, startups, corporate headquarters, and innovation hubs so students can see how emerging tech is transforming the workplace.

  • AI Tools & Workforce Training

    All Council participants are trained on foundational and advanced AI tools—from generative AI to LLMs to automation platforms—ensuring they’re competitive and versatile in today’s job market.

  • Multi-Generational Learning Pathways

    While our focus begins with students and young professionals, our long-term goal includes workforce upskilling and re-skilling for mid-and late-career professionals eager to navigate and lead in the AI age.