Oakland, Michigan • JOBS

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Why Oakland Jobs?

Imagine scrolling through your inbox and spotting that perfect Oakland job in construction or healthcare before anyone else—while still getting updates on the topics that actually excite you, like Detroit sports or remote work hacks. You're a busy professional in Oakland County, and the job market moves fast: 0.5% annual growth through 2027 means 5,500 new roles in construction and health services alone, but missing them because you're buried in irrelevant LinkedIn spam or scattered job boards could cost you thousands in salary. Briefsy fixes that by scanning 50+ sources daily—including Google Jobs, local Oakland employers like GM's Orion Assembly, Michigan Works!, and niche boards—to deliver ONLY the opportunities that match YOUR skills and interests. No overwhelm, just the edge you need to land interviews faster and boost your career in this resilient, professional-driven market with average wages hitting $77,300 by 2027. Sign up now and feel the relief of a streamlined path to your next big break.

Quick Facts

0.5% annual job growth projected through 2027—steady opportunities in a diversified Oakland economy
5,500 new jobs coming in construction and private health/social services from 2025-2027
790 jobs added yearly in accommodations and food services—perfect for service pros
Average real wages reaching $77,300 by 2027, $8,000 above Michigan's statewide average
Strong recovery ahead in manufacturing with GM's Orion Assembly plant reopening soon
Oakland's well-educated workforce powers high-concentration professional jobs and low poverty rates

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How Briefsy Helps

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Major Oakland Employers & Industries

Oakland County is buzzing with opportunity—Michigan's second-most populous area means real jobs in resilient sectors. From manufacturing rebounds to booming services, here's where the action is, backed by University of Michigan forecasts. Get ahead by knowing exactly who's hiring and why now's the time to apply.

Construction: Explosive growth adding thousands of roles through 2027—employers like local developers need skilled tradespeople amid infrastructure booms (projected 5,500 jobs total in sector)
Private Health & Social Services: Hospitals and care providers expanding fast—ideal for nurses, admins, and support staff in Oakland's aging population hub (sharing 5,500 new jobs with construction)
Accommodations & Food Services: Restaurants and hospitality spots like those near Pontiac hiring seasonally—790 jobs annually for servers, managers, and event pros
Manufacturing (GM Orion Assembly): Reopening plant signals recovery from 2024-2025 losses—automotive roles for assemblers and tech specialists in motor vehicle parts
Professional Services: High concentration of educated jobs at firms leveraging Oakland's low poverty rate—think business, finance, and consulting with wages averaging $77,300 by 2027

Oakland Job Market Trends You Should Know

Arm yourself with insider knowledge to outpace the competition. Oakland's market is stable but picky—focus on these trends from official forecasts to target your search smarter and land roles faster. University economists highlight resilience, so position yourself in the growth spots now.

Moderate 0.5% Growth Through 2027: Slower than past decades but reliable—means steady professional jobs for educated workers; prioritize upskilling in services to beat the competition
Manufacturing Dip & Rebound: Job losses in motor vehicles through 2025, but GM's plant reopening creates entry points—watch for assembly and supply chain roles if you're in trades
Health & Construction Boom: 5,500 jobs incoming—hot for certifications in nursing or project management; Oakland's low poverty fuels demand for local social services pros
Rising Wages for Pros: $77,300 average by 2027, beating state numbers—leverage your education for high-value roles in business services amid economic hurdles
Service Sector Surge: 790 annual adds in food/accommodations—seasonal flexibility for part-timers; combine with remote trends for hybrid Oakland careers

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