A Vibrant Economy :: Workforce

Located near the heart of the engineering and design center of Michigan and, in fact, the world, Tecumseh has access to major talent. The availability of a highly skilled workforce is often cited by companies as a driving force behind their decision to relocate. Companies are finding the talent needed to propel them to the next level in the Tecumseh region.

Michigan boasts the 4th largest high-tech workforce in the United States, offering Michigan companies the skills and expertise required for 21st century success. The area’s access to major universities has long provided the backdrop for innovation and talent for companies in the Tecumseh area. This expert workforce is backed by a strong commitment to education and workforce development through training and tools provided through the State of Michigan and area training alliances.

Resources abound for employers in the Tecumseh area, including:

South Central Michigan Works

South Central Michigan Works brings together public and private sector groups in Hillsdale, Jackson, and Lenawee Counties to help employers recruit, develop, and keep skilled workers. The focus is on ensuring that the South Central Michigan region develops and sustains prosperity based on strong employers with a supply of competent and skilled workers.

Lenawee Intermediate School District

Tecumseh has made a commitment to working with regional educational facilities and area universities to develop programs to prepare for the workforce of tomorrow. The Lenawee Intermediate School District has the ability to tailor industry-specific programs to focus on emerging industry sectors such as renewable energy, agribusiness, biotechnology and much more.

Lenawee Economic Development Corporation

Michigan Economic Development Corporation

University of Michigan Business Engagement Center

The City of Tecumseh will partner with the University of Michigan Business Engagement Center (BEC) which provides businesses with a gateway to the University of Michigan, one of the nation’s leading research and higher-education institutions. Through its office on central campus, and satellite offices in the College of Engineering and School of Medicine, the BEC creates and facilitates partnerships with companies by linking business needs with University resources in research, technology, education, student talent, and strategic giving opportunities on the Ann Arbor, Flint and Dearborn campuses.