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By Patty Inglish, MS

Woodward Avenue (Photos this page, public domain)
Woodward Avenue (Photos this page, public domain)

Hottest Jobs 2009 - 2012

  1. Retail Sale
  2. Cashiers
  3. Waiters/Waitresses
  4. All other Food Prep/Service
  5. Registered Nurses (RNs)

#1 Woodward Avenue
#1 Woodward Avenue

Detroit, Michigan

Detroit is located in the southeast corner of Michigan, on the Detroit River in Wayne County. This county is home to approximately 191,000 people and is surrounded by numerous small suburbs. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provides funding for an additional 109,000 jobs in the State of Michigan beginning in 2009.

I have a martial arts training site in Detroit, just east of downtown, operated by instructors that specialize in self-defense specifically designed to help women and children that have survived domestic abuse; and, for at-risk youth that are struggling to stay out of violent circumstances. Others participate for a good workout or to study one of the specific martial arts taught by the team. Detroit has proven a very effective location for this endeavor and one of the team is working his way through college with this work. All of this shows the potential of the city of Detroit.

Like the self-defense instruction, the Service Industry overall is gaining new jobs in the city, including positions in food service, child care, teaching, landscaping, and other occupations.

The top two categories of occupations experiencing the fastest growth include the Information Technology (IT) and Heathcare Industries. Further, a portion of IT jobs are avaiable within the healthcare community itself. Other of these occupational openings are situated in the Robotics Industry. Green Industries are also increasing - see this link: Michigan Green Industry Association.


Motor City History

Renn Center Downtown
Renn Center Downtown
Holden Efijy at the 2007 North American International Auto Show
Holden Efijy at the 2007 North American International Auto Show

Top 15 Fastest Growing Jobs in Greater Detroit thru 2016

Job Titles and Percentage of Increase:

  1. Network Systems/Data Communications Analysts 43%
  2. Medical Assistants 36
  3. Computer Software Engineers, Applications 32
  4. Network/Computer Systems Administrators 30
  5. Database Administrators 30
  6. Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software 28
  7. Home Health Aides 28
  8. Physical Therapist Assistants 25
  9. Personal Financial Advisors 25
  10. Dental Hygienists 25
  11. Dental Assistants 24
  12. Directors of Religious Activities & Education 23
  13. Technical Writers 22
  14. Fitness Trainers, Aerobics Instructors 21
  15. Computer Systems Analysts 21


Largest Employers in Detroit

The following companies are the Largest Employers in the City of Detroit and the Greater Detroit Area asof January 1, 2009. Some on this list are among the largest firms in the State of Michiganl. These employers are active in Medicine/Healthcare, Education, Government, Energy, and the Auto Industry. Check individual websites for these companies for current job openings.

  • Ford Motor Company
  • General Motors, all divisions 
  • Chrysler, LLC
  • Detroit City Schools
  • Universty of Michigan
  • University of Michigan Health System (Hospitals)
  • US Federal Government
  • Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan
  • Henry Ford Health System, Detroit
  • St. job Health System
  • City of Detroit Government

Opportunities in Sports

 

ARENAS & STADIUMS

Opportunities exist not only for players, but coaches, IT personnel, healthcare staff, and service workers.

 


Detroit Sound

Bob Seger - Greatest Hits Bob Seger - Greatest Hits
Price: $7.66
List Price: $15.98
Relapse Relapse
Price: $3.69
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Melody of Rhythm: Triple Concerto & Music for Trio Melody of Rhythm: Triple Concerto & Music for Trio
Price: $11.98
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Sonic Boom 2 CDs + Live in Buenos Aires DVD Sonic Boom 2 CDs + Live in Buenos Aires DVD
Price: $13.99
Bob Seger. Greatest Hits, Vol. 2 Bob Seger. Greatest Hits, Vol. 2
Price: $7.69
List Price: $16.98
Rock n Roll Jesus Rock n Roll Jesus
Price: $8.78
List Price: $18.98
Live Bullet Live Bullet
Price: $5.89
List Price: $12.98
Against the Wind Against the Wind
Price: $6.38
List Price: $12.98

Colleges and Universities

Major institutions of higher education in Detroit include the following list. Not only do these schools offer high quality education and subsequent job placement serves, but they also do substantial hiring themselves.

Museums and Culture

Detroit Job News

  • GM offers Spring Hill workers Delta Township jobsEaton Rapids Community News29 hours ago

    DETROIT - General Motors Co. has offered union workers at the automaker's soon-to-be idled Spring Hill, Tenn., assembly plant 840 jobs at the Lansing Delta Township assembly plant.

  • GM offers Spring Hill workers Delta Township jobsLansing State Journal2 days ago

    DETROIT - General Motors Co. has offered union workers at the automaker's soon-to-be idled Spring Hill, Tenn., assembly plant 840 jobs at the Lansing Delta Township assembly plant. More than 2,000 GM workers will be idled when assembly lines at Spring Hill shut down Nov. 25. The 840 positions at the Delta plant would come as GM shifts production of the Chevrolet Traverse from Spring Hill to the ...

  • A mogul's Detroit passion gets messyCNN Money3 days ago

    While Detroit booster Dan Gilbert has a passion for the city, where he wants to move 1,700 jobs, it's a romance that's getting complicated.

  • Daniel Howes: Learn jobs lessons in Mich., Mr. PresidentDetroit News32 hours ago

    President Obama said Thursday he will hold a "jobs summit" next month.

  • Detroit's Topless Clubs Face Council ScrutinyWXYZ-TV Detroit33 hours ago

    Detroit's nightlife will be a hot topic at Friday's city council meeting, as council members address the issue of cracking down on the city's strip clubs.

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Wehzo  says:
2 years ago

Wonderful hub Patty, and I'm not saying that because Detroit is my home, but if I weren't from Detroit, I sure would want to visit after reading this hub. Great job, and thanks for sharing this.

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Patty Inglish, MS  says:
2 years ago

You're in Detroit - no kidding?! I plan to get onthe People Mover and ride around for awhile in March. Belle Iale was closed the alse time I passed through. Well, Happy Detroit!

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moonlake  says:
2 years ago

Thanks, For stopping by my hub. Enjoyed your hub also.

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moonlake  says:
2 years ago

Thanks, For stopping by my hub. Enjoyed your hub also.

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Patty Inglish, MS  says:
2 years ago

Tahnks, I lile even the name of "moonlake."

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The Gift Guru  says:
2 years ago

Patty, It's me again. I just found this hub today. Great hub, by the way.

I was born and raised in Detroit and I am a graduate of Wayne State University. I've been a fan of downtown all my life and I think Detroit's potential is underestimated, not only by outsiders, but by residents also.

Its a shame what's going on with the leaders of the City (sorry to bring that up on such a good hub).

Anyways, Detroit will continue to move forward.

Look forward to more good info.

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Patty Inglish, MS  says:
2 years ago

Hi gift Guru - I'll keep updating as I find more great info about Detroit! I fgo up about 4 times a year or more often. Let me know if you think of anything I shoull add. Great to have you stop by!

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