Partner Opportunities
Welcome to the Michigan Central Opportunity Board! We collect and share opportunity-based information from our partners and internal teams. This initiative ensures that the community has access to job openings, workforce and youth development programs, and other valuable resources. Please take a few minutes to explore the current opportunities below. Check back often as new opportunities are added regularly.
If you have any questions as you browse, please feel free to email us at info@michigancentral.com.
Available Opportunities
Kintsugi Village
January 5, 2026
Kintsugi Village School is the early-childhood education centerpiece of Kintsugi Village, a broader community-center campus blending education, art, food, nature, and community gathering.
Vision & Philosophy:
Kintsugi Village School is rooted in the belief that children are capable, curious learners and should be seen as active participants in their own learning: explorers, creators, collaborators.
Its educational approach is inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach — a model that emphasizes child-led, hands-on, project-based learning, with the learning environment itself acting as a “third teacher.”
Through this approach, the school aims to foster not only early academic skills (pre-math, literacy) but also vital socio-emotional capacities—cooperation, empathy, self-regulation, communication, creativity, and a sense of agency.
Structure & Program:
Kintsugi Village School serves children ages 3 to 5.
We plan to operate year-round, with optional summer programming (June–August), and offer after-school care (3:30–5:00 PM) for an additional fee.
Families can choose from different attendance schedules depending on their needs:
• 2 days per week (Tue + Thu)
• 3 days per week (Mon, Wed, Fri)
• 5 days per week (Mon–Fri)
The school plans to offer scholarships to families with financial need.
Two main pathways for assistance:
• A proximity-based scholarship for families living in nearby Detroit ZIP codes (48208, 48209, 48210, 48216).
• Subsidy via the state’s Child Development and Care Program (CDC), with staff support to help eligible families apply.
Additionally: meals and snacks will be provided — prepared on-site — with a focus on nutrition, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Kids will have hands-on opportunities to grow herbs/vegetables in the school's garden or greenhouse, connecting them to food, nature, and community.
Kintsugi Village
December 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Kintsugi Village is a new and growing community organization in Detroit dedicated to creating spaces for healing, belonging, and opportunity.
As we build this vision together, we’re seeking a Development Director who thrives in a startup environment; someone who is equally comfortable dreaming big and rolling up their sleeves to make things happen.
The Opportunity:
The Development Director will serve as a key member of the leadership team, responsible for creating and executing a comprehensive fundraising and communications strategy that supports Kintsugi Village’s mission and growth. This person will bring both strategy and action, supporting the creation of the systems, relationships, and stories that help our work thrive. It is a role for a builder, someone who can design the plane while also flying it.
Key Responsibilities:
• Partner with leadership to design and implement a comprehensive, multi-year fundraising campaign to include corporate, foundation, individual and capital investment strategies
• Manage all aspects of fundraising activities and campaigns, annual fund, events, and grant cycles, from concept through follow-up
• Serve as liaison to fundraising growth for board and committees, engaging and building strategy to leverage networks and talent assets
• Write compelling proposals, reports, and communications that share Kintsugi Village’s story and impact
• Build internal systems and tools that make development work more efficient, transparent, and sustainable
What We’re Looking For:
• 7+ years of experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit leadership
• Proven success in building and managing fundraising programs or campaigns
• Comfort working in a dynamic, startup-like environment where priorities evolve
• Experience with CRM systems and donor data management
Kintsugi Village
December 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026
Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate, reflective and creative Early Childhood Educator to join our founding teaching team. This educator will play a central role in cultivating a joyful, inquiry-based and relationship-centered learning environment for children ages 3-5. This role is grounded in the Reggio Emilia philosophy, emphasizing the image of the child as capable, curious and full of potential.
Key Responsibilities:
• Create and maintain an engaging, aesthetically intentional and responsive classroom environment that reflects Reggio Emilia principles.
• Observe, document and reflect on children’s learning experiences through learning stories, documentation panels and portfolios.
• Design emergent curriculum based on children’s interests, questions and experiences.
• Collaborate with fellow educators, atelierista and families as co-researchers and co-learners.
• Establish strong, nurturing and respectful relationships with children and families.
• Participate in regular team meetings, professional development and reflective practice sessions.
• Engage with the broader Kintsugi Village community through interdisciplinary collaborations (e.g., culinary, art, wellness programs).
• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of all children in your care.
Uphold licensing standards and organizational policies at all times.
Qualifications:
• CDA, Associate Degree (or higher degree) in Early Childhood Education or a related field (required).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a preschool or early learning setting.
• Strong understanding and appreciation of the Reggio Emilia approach.
• Experience with observation-based documentation and project work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues.
• Reflective, collaborative and deeply curious about children and learning.
Position Details:
• Type: Part-Time or Full-Time
• Location: Detroit, MI
• Compensation: Based on experience
Federal Bureau of Investigation
October 22, 2025 - October 22, 2027
As an FBI Special Agent, you will have the opportunity to channel your expertise to protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats. From conducting high-stakes investigations to leveraging your in-depth knowledge to uncover crucial information, your skills are essential to investigating crimes that threaten public safety. Your transition from a specialized career to a special agent role will be transformative, utilizing your expertise to tackle national security challenges in innovative ways.