Job Connect - April 18, 2014

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Job Connect Newsletter

April 18, 2014

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Register Today for Pure Michigan DREAMJOB

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The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is excited to announce its first annual Pure Michigan DREAMJOB 2014 summit on June 13, 2014 at Ford Field in Detroit. This unique, invitation-only summit will connect leading and emerging Michigan employers with skilled talent from our state and around the world. DREAMJOB will bring together over 90 Michigan employers (so far) including Ford, Quicken Loans, General Motors, Whirlpool, Chrysler, Bosch, Lear, Nissan, Microsoft, and many more, to meet candidates using an innovative matchmaking format that pairs qualified candidates with an employer’s available positions.

Fields with available opportunities include (but are not limited to):

  • Engineering
  • Design
  • Project Management
  • Software Development
  • Supply chain Management
  • Finance
  • Marketing
  • Operations
  • Sales
  • And more!

The goals are simple: to help Michigan employers attract and retain the best talent, and to connect talent to great career opportunities, by showcasing our state’s great employers and quality of life. DREAMJOB 2014 currently has more than 700 opportunities listed. Many more will be added between now and the event. Learn about great careers in Michigan, and about living in and experiencing all that Michigan has to offer at www.puremichigandreamjob.com

How It Works:

  • Step 1: Start by visiting www.puremichigandreamjob.com to apply for jobs and upload your resume.
  • Step 2: Explore participating companies and position descriptions.  Apply for those you are interested in.
  • Step 3: MEDC teams will work with participating employers to review and select applicants.  An interview schedule will be sent to employers to review and approve.
  • Step 4: If selected, you will be sent an interview time(s).  Travel assistance may be available.
  • Step 5: DREAMJOB will take place June 13, 2014 at Ford Field in Detroit.
  • Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m.
  • The morning session begins at 9:00 a.m.
  • The afternoon session begins at 1:00 p.m.
  • An evening reception follows, starting at 5:00 p.m.

Want to share this event with your friends and family? Use #MiDREAMJOB to promote the event to others.

Visit www.puremichigandreamjob.com for more information, and to register and apply. Be prepared to find what could be your Pure Michigan DREAMJOB! 

For more information on Michigan career opportunities, also visit Pure Michigan Talent Connect at www.mitalent.org

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Pure Michigan Talent Connect Job Seeker Training in May

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The Pure Michigan Talent Connect team is holding multiple training webinars in May to show users how to get the most out using of MiTalent.org. Which webinar(s) would you like to participate in? 

Job Seeker Training: May 9th, 2014, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Job Seeker Training: May 23rd, 2014, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

The Job Seeker training webinar will include:

  • Create an effective user profile
  • Performing effective job searches
  • Setting up email notifications
  • Editing your profile

Both training webinars will include an overview of additional resources on MiTalent.org and updates for new features released in the system. To register for a webinar training, click here.

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Sign up to Receive Career Jump Start Newsletter

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One of the most common issues raised in recent years has been around the lack of knowledge that high school students have about in-demand careers and training programs. While information about in-demand careers that require a Bachelor’s degree or higher have been readily available, Career Jump Start will focus on educating students about shorter-term credentials, associate degree and apprenticeships that are in high demand by employers. This initiative will provide one career liaison for each of the 10 “Prosperity Regions” who will be a resource for high school students, parents and community members in identifying:

  • High-demand careers
  • Training and educational programs

In addition to learning about high-demand careers and obtaining the credentials necessary to meet employer needs, 14 Lifelong Soft Skills eLearning modules have been developed to provide a universally accessible training resource for those preparing to enter the workforce. Visit these modules to learn about the basic and foundational skills needed to succeed in the 21st century workplace.

Interested in receiving more information? Sign up today for the bi-weekly Career Jump Start e-newsletter!

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Annual Veterans Job Fair Coming to Muskegon, May 16

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The Muskegon Veterans Center is hosting its annual job fair on Friday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  The job fair will take place at the USS LST 393, 560 Mart Street, Muskegon, MI 49440.

The job fair is open to all veterans, friends, family, and the public. For more information, please visit here. Employers interested in registering for the event can fill out a form

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MITalent Skill Mapping Survey

Pure Michigan Talent Connect is adding the ability to select skills for Job Seekers to apply to their profiles and for employers to select when posting jobs.  We will be adding standard skills under each Career Type, but would like YOUR INPUT for other skills that you commonly use in your employment or talent search. If interested in providing input, please focus on hard skills such as asset management, budgeting, compliance, etc. and not soft skills such as communication, listening, results oriented, etc.

Please click here to take part in our survey.

For more information, please visit www.mitalent.org today.


Become an iOS Developer at The Factory in Grand Rapids

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The Factory in Grand Rapids is now accepting applicants for the upcoming coLearning/Shifting Code course, “Become an iOS Developer.” The class begins April 22nd, and runs through July 22nd.

In this 14-week course you’ll learn how to create and launch your own iOS application from scratch to the App store. You will be developing native apps using Objective-C. While the course will focus on the basics of iOS development, with the material from this course you will be able to develop applications like Wunderlist, Aroundme, or Snapchat.

For more information and to apply for this course, please visit here or reach out to learn@workthefactory.com

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Engineering Positions with North American Lighting

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North American Lighting (NAL) is a leading manufacturer of automotive lighting products. NAL engineers work with the vehicle manufacturers from concept to product launch in tailoring lighting products to new model specifications.

NAL currently has two engineering positions available at its Technology Research Center in Farmington Hills.

Senior Regulations Engineer: This position will be responsible for the supervision and coordination of the activities of a team of optical engineers who provide engineering, design, and development support for automotive lighting product development and launches. A bachelor’s degree in physics or engineering with courses in optics and/or physics is required.

Project Engineer: This position will be responsible for the design and engine exterior automotive lighting for the next generation of cutting-edge vehicles. Essential duties include project management, oversight of the release of CAD data and drawings to verify customer specifications and manufacturing requirements are met, review of product design and modifications, and awareness of testing results. A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline, along with at least 1-3 years of engineer experience, is required.

Click on the links above to learn more about each position, and how to apply.

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Driver/Warehouse Associate with Carrier Great Lakes

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Carrier Great Lakes, a heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) wholesaler in Michigan and northern Ohio currently has an opening for a Driver/Warehouse Associate at its Livonia facility.

The Driver/Warehouse Associate will be responsible for making local deliveries while operating a 26’ straight truck, performing various shipping and receiving duties, maintaining accurate inventory, and utilizing positive communication skills.

Requirements include a positive driving record, possession of a chauffeur’s license, forklift certification, two to three years of warehouse operational experience, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

Click on the links above to learn more about this position, and how to apply.

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Advance Your Welding Career with Training from The Merrill Institute

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The Merrill Institute is a world class manufacturing centric training and education organization in Alma, Michigan.  The Institute is an American Welding Society (AWS) Accredited Testing Facility (ATF). It was originally established by Merrill Technologies Group to train welders, especially returning veterans, to relieve the shortage of skilled craftsmen in the region. It is engaged in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) talent development to expose its students to project-based learning experiences with real-world opportunities within a live manufacturing environment. 

The welding program curriculum complies with the AWS SENSE (Schools Excelling through National Skills Standards Education) guidelines. The school is accredited by the American Welding Society to provide Levels I through III welding programs.

The program is an intense, hands-on experience that provides students with the tools to start a career in welding and fabrication. The basic AWS SENSE Level I course is designed to teach the skills and knowledge required to secure employment within the welding industry. It is an accelerated 10-week course, clocking 400 hours of training.  During the course, students fabricate and weld metal components together using the four common arc welding processes.

The Merrill Institute is noted for its:

  •  Small class sizes
  •  Programs designed to meet the needs of local employers
  •  Very successful graduation and employment rates

For more information please contact us at 989-462-0322 or visit our website www.merrillinstitute.com.

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Apply Today for Michigan Advanced Technician Training (MAT2) Program

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Individuals interested in pursuing an education in a technical field while earning a paycheck from a participating employer are invited to apply for the Michigan Advanced Technician Training (MAT²) program offered by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation

MAT2 provides students with an opportunity to earn an associate degree at a participating community college, while gaining real-world, hands-on training in the high-tech, in-demand fields of Mechatronics, Information Technology, and Technical Product Design. Participants of MAT2 have their tuition at the community college paid for by an employer, receive a weekly stipend while in school, earn an hourly wage while training on the job, and are guaranteed employment upon successful completion of the program.

The 2014 programs will be held at Henry Ford Community College, Macomb Community College, Mott Community College, and Oakland Community College.

In order to apply for MAT2, students must first apply for admission and take the COMPASS or Accuplacer test at one of the participating community colleges. Applicants must then submit an online application at www.mitalent.org/mat2, and be sure to include a scanned copy of their placement test scores, along with a resume and any letters of recommendation. Applicants will be notified within one week of their application status and qualifications for the program.

The next application deadline is set for Wednesday, April 30, 2014. Applicants who apply before April 30 will have an opportunity to attend a MAT2 Company Fair at the end of May to help match them with a participating employer.

To learn more, please contact MAT2@michigan.org today!

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