Tech Jobs in East Lansing, MI

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East Lansing is home to Michigan State University, a hub for research, engineering, and innovation. The city’s blend of academic resources, a growing startup scene, and a strategic location between Lansing and Detroit makes it a magnet for tech talent.

Tech roles range from software engineering in data analytics firms to cybersecurity at defense contractors like Booz Allen Hamilton. The city also hosts MSU’s Office of Information Technology, the Center for Research Computing, and healthtech startups in the MSU Innovation Park.

While housing costs in East Lansing are lower than Detroit, the rising rental market and university tuition demand careful budgeting. Transparent salary data lets candidates match offers with living expenses.

Principal Data Scientist

Company: CVS Health

Location: East Lansing, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Bakery/Deli Clerk

Company: Kroger

Location: Monroe, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The job description outlines responsibilities for a Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) at a Kroger store. Key duties include preparing items per customer requests, offering product samples, informing customers of specials, maintaining freshness, and promoting a safe and clean environment. The role involves assisting in reaching sales and profit goals, demonstrating company values, and ensuring adherence to food safety regulations. The ideal candidate should possess customer service skills, stress management abilities, effective communication, and basic math knowledge. Previous bakery or retail experience is beneficial. Kroger offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, flexible scheduling, emotional and financial support, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities.

Pharmacy Intern

Company: CVS Health

Location: Farmington Hills, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Cashier

Company: Kroger

Location: Mount Clemens, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The job description outlines responsibilities for a Cashier/Checker role, emphasizing the importance of creating a positive customer experience, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and adhering to company values. Key tasks include processing transactions efficiently, handling various tenders, controlling loss, reporting discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The role also involves reinforcing safety programs, practicing preventive maintenance, and providing excellent customer service. The company, a large grocer with over 2,800 stores, offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare coverage, flexible scheduling, emotional and financial support, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for growth.

MEAT/CLERK

Company: Kroger

Location: Rochester Hills, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Manufacturing Group Leader - Production - Orion

Company: General Motors

Location: Lake Orion, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

General Motors is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for current and future opportunities as a Group Leader. The roles include Production Group Leaders and Quality Group/Global Supply Chain (GSC) Leaders. Both positions involve leading a group of employees, managing production operations, and fostering teamwork. The Production Group Leaders will develop business processes and manage change, while Quality Group Leaders will focus on problem-solving, inspection, and quality control. The successful candidate must have direct supervisory experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Processes (CIP) and Throughput Improvement Process (TIP) is preferred. The job is onsite at Orion and requires working weekends and rotating shifts.

Bakery/Deli Clerk

Company: Kroger

Location: Troy, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The job description outlines responsibilities for a Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) at a Kroger store. Key duties include preparing items per customer requests, offering product samples, informing customers of specials, maintaining freshness, and promoting a safe and clean environment. The role involves assisting in reaching sales and profit goals, demonstrating company values, and ensuring adherence to food safety regulations. The ideal candidate should possess customer service skills, stress management abilities, effective communication, and basic math knowledge. Previous bakery or retail experience is beneficial. Kroger offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, flexible scheduling, emotional and financial support, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities.

Summer 2025 Management Trainee Intern

Company: Enterprise Mobility

Location: Mount Pleasant, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The Enterprise Management Internship offers university/college students a chance to gain valuable business and leadership skills in a real-world setting. As a paid intern, you'll learn to manage a business, handle customers, develop marketing strategies, and build relationships. The internship is team-based, providing opportunities for growth, learning, and fun. It involves completing projects, friendly competition, and potential performance incentives. Qualifications include being a rising senior, having sales/customer service/marketing/leadership experience, a valid driver's license, and U.S. work authorization.

Courtesy Clerk/Grocery Bagger

Company: Kroger

Location: Livonia, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Casting Lab Quality Process Engineer (Onsite)

Company: RTX

Location: East Hartford, CT

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Pratt & Whitney, a leading aerospace company, is seeking an Investment Casting Quality Process Engineer for their Rapid Prototype Casting Lab (RPCL) in East Hartford, CT. The role involves developing and maintaining quality and inspection capabilities for advanced commercial and military turbine engine components. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field with at least 5 years of experience, or an advanced degree with at least 3 years of experience. U.S. citizenship is required. The role is onsite and offers a salary range of $77,000 - $163,000. Pratt & Whitney values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where employees can bring their whole selves to work.

Retail Sales Associate, Full Time (Merchandising) - 86th & Lexington

Company: Gap Inc.

Location: Byron Center, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Old Navy is a fashion brand that aims to democratize style, offering high-quality, affordable essentials for all. Established in 1994, it fosters a community of employees who thrive in a fast-paced, inclusive environment. As a Brand Associate, you'll provide excellent customer service, promote loyalty programs, and ensure a positive shopping experience using omnichannel offerings. The role requires strong communication, customer focus, problem-solving skills, and flexibility to work various shifts. Benefits include merchandise discounts, competitive PTO, volunteer time, extensive 401(k) plan, health insurance, and more. Old Navy is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Cashier

Company: Kroger

Location: Richmond, MI

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in East Lansing?
East Lansing offers roles in software development, data science, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, research computing, and emerging fields like healthtech and clean energy. Many positions are at MSU, local startups, and defense contractors.
How do remote vs on-site trends look in East Lansing?
Most roles at MSU and larger firms require on-site presence for collaboration, but many startups and remote-friendly companies offer hybrid or fully remote options. Candidates can filter listings by remote preference on Job Transparency.
Who are the major employers in the area?
Key employers include Michigan State University, Booz Allen Hamilton, Lockheed Martin (nearby), Lumen Technologies, and the MSU Innovation Park startups such as DataSphere and HealthTech Solutions.
What are salary expectations for the region?
Average tech salaries in East Lansing range from $70k for entry-level developers to over $120k for senior roles, with additional benefits. Transparent listings provide exact figures and bonus structures.
Do you have advice for relocating to East Lansing for tech work?
Plan for housing by exploring neighborhoods like Midtown, East Lansing’s historic district, or nearby East Lansing Village. Use the cost calculator on Job Transparency, and network with MSU alumni and local meetups to ease transition.

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