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.

Shift Lead

Company: Walgreens

Location: Lake Orion, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Pharmacy Intern Grad

Company: Walgreens

Location: East Lansing, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The job involves providing pharmacy consulting services, ensuring proper medication handling, and enhancing customer experience. Key responsibilities include engaging customers, resolving issues, and promoting healthcare services. The role also involves operations management, maintaining pharmacy systems, processing insurance claims, and performing clinical services like immunizations. The pharmacist will also assist in staff hiring, training, and development, while maintaining good relationships with the local medical community.

Inventory Specialist

Company: Walgreens

Location: Warren, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Company: Walgreens

Location: South Haven, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Walgreens is transforming its pharmacy technician roles to a more patient-centric environment. As a Pharmacy Technician or Apprentice, you'll interact with customers, develop strong patient relationships, and have access to the latest technology to grow your career. Walgreens offers an 'earn while you learn' Pharmacy Technician Training Program, recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor, which guides you towards becoming a PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician. The role involves assisting pharmacists, using pharmacy systems, maintaining customer service, and participating in inventory management. Fluency in English, good math and computer skills, and preferably prior retail or Walgreens experience are required. PTCB certification is preferred but not mandatory. The role offers training, personal development opportunities, and potential for eight college credit hours through the Walgreens pharmacy technician apprenticeship program.

Customer Service Associate

Company: Walgreens

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The text describes a job role focused on delivering a distinctive and delightful customer experience. The responsibilities include engaging customers, providing efficient checkout service, resolving customer issues, and sharing customer service best practices with team members. The role also involves operational tasks such as maintaining store cleanliness, implementing asset protection procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulated product laws. The job requires fluency in English and a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Preferred qualifications include prior retail experience and familiarity with Walgreens.

Summer Pharmacy Intern

Company: Walgreens

Location: Escanaba, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Inventory Specialist

Company: Walgreens

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver- Niles

Company: Sysco

Location: Niles, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sysco Grand Rapids, LLC is seeking full-time CDL A Delivery Truck Drivers. The role involves safely operating a tractor-trailer and manually delivering various products to customer locations. Drivers build relationships with customers and are expected to be flexible for overtime, weekends, and holidays. Benefits include excellent pay, paid vacation, ongoing training, career growth opportunities, comprehensive healthcare, and retirement benefits. Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution with over 71,000 employees and 333 distribution facilities worldwide.

Shift Lead

Company: Walgreens

Location: Traverse City, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The role involves managing store operations, including opening and closing the store, handling cash, managing inventory, and ensuring a positive customer experience. Key responsibilities include managing deliveries, processing returns and refunds, maintaining store cleanliness, and assisting with pharmacy tasks. The position requires leadership experience, fluency in English, and knowledge of store systems. The role is based in Traverse City, MI, with a salary range of $17 - $19 hourly.

Inventory Specialist

Company: Walgreens

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The role involves executing, monitoring, and training inventory best practices for the entire store, including both front end and pharmacy. Key responsibilities include supporting pharmacy inventory management activities, championing On-Shelf Availability, and ensuring accuracy of planograms. The individual is also responsible for reviewing and coordinating the proper use of reports and system applications, and executing front end and pharmacy asset protection techniques. They engage customers by greeting them and offering assistance, resolving customer issues, and modeling customer service best practices. The role requires executing and coaching team members on warehouse and vendor inventory management processes, and maintaining accurate inventory counts. The individual must also ensure the store maintains inventory compliance with state and local laws regarding regulated products.

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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