GTRI International Student & University Outreach Program Manager, MichiganAbout Global DetroitGlobal Detroit is a statewide economic and community development organization. We develop and implement immigrant-inclusive strategies to drive the growth, revitalization and broadly shared prosperity of Michigan.

　　Cities and regions that are welcoming to immigrants are vibrant. They have strong neighborhoods, competitive companies, successful small businesses, and a rich and diverse cultural life. By intentionally including immigrants in our economic development strategies, we aim to spark growth, revitalization and sustained prosperity throughout Michigan. We work as trusted connectors, architects of ideas and change agents to build a high-growth, prosperous and inclusive regional economy.

　　Joining the Global Detroit TeamGlobal Detroit is a nationally recognized leader in building inclusive economic development strategies that begin with immigrant families and entrepreneurs, as well as international students and global talent, and lead to lasting change for our region. We are a group of thinkers and doers from Michigan and all over the world. We work strategically to build an equitable economy where immigrants are valued and meaningfully included. As a member of the Global Detroit team, you will have a chance to flex your creative muscles, step outside of what is expected and find new solutions to old problems. We welcome energetic and innovative thought leaders to apply!

　　Team EthosOur shared belief is that we can create an equitable economy by taking a strategic approach and ensuring that immigrants are valued and fully integrated. Being part of the Global Detroit team means embracing creativity, challenging norms, and finding innovative solutions to longstanding issues.

　　Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingAt Global Detroit, we recognize the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). We are committed to cultivating an inclusive culture throughout our organization and a team with the skills needed to advance our mission.

　　Position OverviewThe GTRI International Student and University Outreach, Michigan Program Manager leads Global Detroit's statewide efforts to connect with international students interested in joining Michigan's workforce. Michigan is home to over 33,000 international students, the 9th largest international student population in the U.S., the majority of whom are STEM majors interested in working in the U.S. after graduation. Over a decade ago, Global Detroit worked with the region's top research universities and private sector partners to launch the Global Talent Retention Initiative (GTRI) as the nation's first international student retention program outside of university to connect the considerable international student talent emerging from these universities with unmet talent needs among the region's employers, especially in high-skilled STEM positions. With new state of Michigan investment into this initiative, as well as critical talent shortages, GTRI is poised to expand statewide.

　　This position will be located in West Michigan at our Grand Rapids location. The position will concentrate on university outreach throughout Michigan and will require the program manager to travel throughout the state. Mileage for business travel over 20 miles will be paid at Standard Mileage Rates as determined by the Internal Revenue Service. Car parking costs will be reimbursed for business related parking as long as a receipt is submitted in line with the expense reimbursement procedure.

　　The GTRI International Student and University Outreach, Michigan Project Manager reports to Global Detroit's Senior Director of Talent Initiatives and the GTRI Program Director.