The state is a staunch proponent on the development, research and expansion in the fields of information technology, advanced and technological manufacturing and life science. The state is also well known for its auto industries. In overall development and research, the state ranks third or fourth in the United States (for expenditures).
The state is open for a lot of engineering job opportunities, most of which are centered on the auto industry. Michigan also produces a lot of manufactured products and services; some of which are furniture, copper and iron, aerospace development and advancement, information delivery, application and advancement, automobiles, cereals and military equipment. Christmas trees are significant as Michigan is probably the third largest grower of Christmas pines, with at least sixty acres of land dedicated to the trees.
