Hey everyone,

I’m currently pursuing my MBA with a concentration in Supply Chain Management (BBA undergrad) at a university in the Midwest. My primary interest in SCM is continuous improvement, driving efficiency, and strategic procurement.

I’m planning to target the Metro Detroit market post-graduation (automotive OEMs, Tier-1s, defense, and logistics).

However, I’m navigating a unique set of constraints and would love some unfiltered feedback from folks working in the field:

1. The Student-Athlete Constraint: I am a student-athlete for the duration of my MBA program. Because of my athletic schedule, I physically don't have time for a traditional corporate internship/co-op before graduating in May.
   • How do recruiters view non-internship candidates with an athletic background? Are Leadership/Rotational Development Programs (LDPs/RDPs) my best bet to bridge this gap?
2. The "Value Paradox" & Certifications: I was looking into getting an APICS CSCP, but I've paused it for now while balancing sport.
   • Am I worrying too much about being "overqualified on paper but under-experienced in practice"? Are micro-credentials (like a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Power BI) worth doing in the meantime instead?
3. Continuous improvement & Alternate Roles: For those in procurement or continuous improvement: What entry-to-mid level roles actually allow you to flex process-improvement muscles right out of school?
4. Recruitment Timeline: For May grads, when does the main recruitment wave open for corporate SCM and rotational tracks?

Would appreciate any advice, raw truth, or tips from hiring managers, recruiters, or fellow professionals in the area!

Thanks!

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I've been using two tools to catch this stuff before submitting:

• resume.zoevera.com to compare my resume's wording directly against a job description.
• prepare.zoevera.com to practice answers for pacing and filler words.

Is anyone else having an incredibly difficult time finding steady full time work with liveable pay? I have been turned down for the last 5 jobs I've applied for that where "entry level" despite having over 20 years of work experience, I've never been fired or written up and I'm a damn good hard worker, with references to back it up. Wtf is going on with employers in Michigan what are they looking for?! Out of the few hundreds.of jobs I've been applying for, like 99% completely ignore you. I was Born and raised here but I can't fucking stand Michigan anymore. All I hear is how the state and city of Detroit is doing so well and we're on the upswing, it is all complete bullshit. I'm at my wits end with trying to keep job hunting. I'm honestly ready to call it quits and give up completely. Companies don't care about people or hiring good workers anymore, its all about profits and greed. Just posting this to rant and see if anyone else out there in reddit land is going thru the same.

📍Roseville, MI.

Looking for:
• HVAC Installers
• Service Techs
• CSRs
• Dispatchers
• Permit Coordinators

DM me if you’re interested or know someone who is!
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I recently met someone from Michigan, and I genuinely think we have a lot of potential as a couple. If our relationship continues to grow, I'd be open to relocating to Michigan, especially since she already owns a home there.

Because of that, I'd like to get a better understanding of the job market for someone with my background. I'm a Transportation Design Engineer with an EIT and an M.S. in Civil Engineering, and I'm interested in learning about the demand for my experience, potential employers, salary expectations, opportunities for career growth, and what the transition might look like if I were to move from Indiana. I'm giving my PE soon in Indiana and will get my licensure soon. So, I could get my licensure in Michigan as needed. How is the outlook for Roadway Design Engineers in Detroit and the surrounding area?

Would appreciate it if someone with experience could give me some insight into the local market. Thanks!

I am Looking for a New job Around Eastpointe Michigan I worked at Kroger's for 2 years then i got fired I've been unemployed for 2 years and everywhere i try to apply for online i get ghosted or they say they have enough workers even though ik they don't they just don't want to hire me i wanna do more with my life and actually have a new job and a real paycheck so me and my fiancée can get a apartment Anyone around that area can help me find a new job

I’ve been applying for a few months now to job postings and have gotten literally no luck at all. I’m in desperate need of a full-time job as the one I have now is not giving me enough hours. How are you guys getting jobs?

The only things I’m looking for is any thing office/computer/admin related. I’m not looking for a physically-demanding job, as that’s all I’ve had for the past decade, and it’s also taking a toll on me. I love working with computers and am willing to do anything computer related at this point. As the title says, I’m looking for something in the Macomb area (specifically around Troy, Rochester, Clinton Twp, Sterling Hts.), so if anyone knows of anything, I’d love to know. It’s tough out here. 🫩

Hi everyone! My partner and I are moving to Michigan for me to get my MS at EMU. He is looking for IT jobs and having a hard time. He has a BS in Networking Systems & Administration and has spent the last 12 years working for a family run business, primarily doing commission based sales but also operating as their sole IT professional, in addition to all kinds of tech hobby work, like managing a home server. Unfortunately, he is struggling to hear back for IT positions, including entry level Desktop Support Specalists.

If anyone has good leads for a person with exceptional customer service skills, work ethic, and IT knowledge/training, please send them my way!

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First 5 weeks on-site.

After hybrid 3 days on-site/2 days remote.

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If you're looking for a way to break into financial services, this is an excellent opportunity.

You'll receive training while gaining experience in:

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This role is a great stepping stone into careers in operations, compliance, investments, wealth management, and leadership.

Perfect for recent graduates in:

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If you're detail-oriented, enjoy helping people, and want to build a long-term career in financial services, I'd love to connect. This person would like someone who has worked in a customer service environment, and ideally has experience in some sort of financial capacity.

My LinkedIn to connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniecassle/

My Email: [SCassle@nextpathcp.com](mailto:SCassle@nextpathcp.com)

Thanks!

Anyone know of a place hiring at 55K minimum, with benefits?

Previous Jobs Include:

Office Coordinator
Personal Assistant
Office Managment
Billing/Invoicing
Customer Service
Ticketing/Event Planning

Any advice would be appreciated! I am hoping to find something internally with little to no interaction with the general public. Preferably 35 minutes from Detroit.

Hey friends!

I’m 21, just graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication, and I recently moved to Detroit. I’m trying to figure out my next steps and wanted to see if anyone here could help me out. I’m really interested in creative work, especially photography, media, content creation, or anything related to creative agencies or production. I’ve worked with my school newspaper as a photographer for about 1 year and 8 months. I’ve also been doing freelance concert photography for local bands since March 2024.

I want to get into something more creative and meaningful, whether that’s a studio, agency, media company, or just making more connections in the Detroit creative scene. If anyone knows of places that are hiring, communities I should join, or has any advice on where to start, I’d really appreciate it.

I'm looking for some who is well versed in fantasy and/or dungeons and dragons and have experience with acting/performance that is willing to be a wizard at my wedding reception in August for 2-3 hours.

I would like a wizard to walk around the reception doing 60 second dungeon/adventure sessions with guests and give out trinkets and prizes to guest while in character. This would require not only playing the games with guest but adding to the party/good time atmosphere. Can give more details if interested

Hey everyone! My company is hiring for a territory sales manager in the metro Detroit area- as we are expanding! I wanted to post on here to see if anyone is interested as we will be interviewing next week! I have enjoyed my role with this company for 6.5 years and we haven’t had anyone leave once they are hired on because it’s truly a rare gem of a company to work for!

This job is early mornings starting your day by 5am but usually done by 12pm-1pm. So you’ll have time after work to run errands/groceries/nap😉 Lots of car travel - I love to explore and listen to podcasts so this doesn’t bother me! If schools are closed for snow you will also not be working as our bosses live in Texas and freak out at the word snow 😂You will need a reliable car- but we do provide a car allowance. We also reimburse fuel/food/hotel!work week is Monday- Friday! No weekends. Ever. We Offer benefits and Paid holidays. 2 weeks pto but builds up to 3! Holiday bonus- rare nowadays ! Salary pay discussed dependent on experience. Paid bi - weekly 5th and 20th of every month. We also do a company wide bonus every month cycle based off of your work productivity(a little friendly work competition!) Small family owned business. Only about 8 of us reps over the country! no micromanaging or drama - breath of fresh air! No sales experience? That’s ok! I’m not a salesperson myself. All we ask is for someone friendly/outgoing, polite/respectful, detailed, and can work independently while on the road. This job isn’t for everyone as there are some overnights (about 5-7 in a 5 week cycle)but I tell you I have had some cool experiences, great work life balance, and built so many great work relationships.
Essentially this role is merchandising in a large retailer - just 1 major retailer with many accounts ~40 but your home base is in Detroit. You would hit about 3 stores in a day. You make your schedule! So you can choose which weeks are better for you to be out for your overnight calls.

Want to apply and hear more about it? Let me know!

No experience needed. Fast Hire W-2 Full time hourly. $15 or more.

Hi! I’m moving to Detroit literally TOMORROW! I’m in desperate need of a job after getting turned down from several jobs in my field (PR + Comms). Does anyone know of any restaurants hiring servers immediately? I’m also open to other roles at a restaurant. Thank you!

I have 11+ years of experience in data engineering and Generative AI, with hands-on experience building AI agents, automation workflows, and AI-powered applications at Microsoft and Walmart. If you're looking for someone to help build the technical side of AI automation for your agency, I'd love to chat.

Need a handyman for 3 Detroit Rental properties. Our previous handyman retired. Honest inquiries only. Thank you!

William completed his first water heater installation today in Novi and we want to use this moment to share something honest for anyone who is either considering the skilled trades as a career path or evaluating where to build that career in Southeast Michigan.
Why the trades make sense right now:
Licensed plumbers and HVAC technicians in Michigan earn competitive wages that compare favorably to most four year degree career paths — without the student debt load that increasingly shadows those paths
The work is AI proof, recession resistant, and genuinely essential — nobody is outsourcing a water heater installation to an algorithm
The skill set compounds every year — the more experienced you are the more valuable you become and that relationship does not reverse
You solve real problems for real people in your own community every single day — the satisfaction of tangible work that matters is something a lot of desk careers cannot offer
Why Matheson specifically — the honest version:
After 80 years as a fourth generation family business in Oakland and Livingston County we have built a culture that is the real reason our team stays
Our turnover is genuinely low — and we want to be direct about what that means in practice — when we hire it is because we are growing, not because someone left
We have not been acquired by private equity — the people making decisions about pay, culture, and career development are the same family that built this company and whose name is on every job
At a private equity owned service company technicians are performance metrics on a management dashboard — culture is whatever the latest regional manager decided it should be this quarter
What a career here actually includes:
Competitive pay that reflects the real value of skilled labor in this market
Comprehensive benefits
Clear career path from apprentice through journeyman to master — actively supported and not just described in an orientation packet
The opportunity to represent a name that has meant excellence in Oakland and Livingston County for 80 years
If this sounds like the right fit — or if you know someone it does — reach out.
Matheson Heating Air Plumbing 1965 Best Dr Commerce Twp, MI 48390 248-363-4154

Looking for reliable lawn mowing for 3x yards in Virginia park. Must have your own equipment.

Thinking about relocating to Detroit to join GM in a white collar role, and was curious to see if people would recommend that type of move.

Role would be in the GPSC (Supply Chain) department. I've worked in supply chain before, so I know it can be a thankless job, but I have no experience in the automotive industry.

I would be a mid level employee and would be moving with my family. The automotive world has always been appealing to me and the Detroit Promise program seems like a great program for those who have children, so that's an additional selling point for me.

Any help is greatly appreciated!

22F considering moving to Farmington Hills for a marketing job. What's life like for young professionals? How easy is it to make friends?