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September 2022
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Your family may qualify for a $30 monthly discount off home broadband internet service.
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a new federal program that helps low-income families afford the cost of having internet service at home.
Learn how ACP can help your household save money on your monthly internet bill at AffordableConnectivity.gov.
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is actively hiring for several positions – these are jobs that support Michiganders!
Current opportunities include an Executive Secretary, Migrant Services Workers, Rehabilitation Counselors and more!
If you're passionate about supporting our state's residents and businesses, explore State of Michigan job openings today!
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 September is National Workforce Development Month!
Michigan’s Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity - Workforce Development provides training opportunities to help Michigan’s job seekers meet current workforce demands. From traditional adult education programs to apprenticeships and short-term training, you're sure to find a program that's right for you!
Explore the programs available to help you prepare for and find a job at Michigan.gov/Workforce.
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Have you been on MiTalent.org lately? The Pure Michigan Talent Connect homepage has been updated to help you find your next opportunity by featuring upcoming career events.
 You can now find a list of upcoming virtual and in-person career events below the job search box.
Don't wait! Head to MiTalent.org to see the changes and find your next career opportunity.
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If you’re looking for in-person support to help you on your job seeking journey, check out your local Michigan Works! Service Center, a proud partner of the American Job Center.
Local service centers offer a variety of resources including resume assistance, interview coaching, job search guidance, training opportunities, and for certain qualified individuals, assistance paying for job-related costs.
Find your local Michigan Works! Service Center at MichiganWorks.org or by calling 1-800-285-WORKS.
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As of late July, more than 100,000 Michiganders were on their way to a tuition-free degree or skills certificate through Michigan Reconnect.
Michigan Reconnect offers Michiganders 25 years or older with a high school diploma a path to a college education.
The program pays the remaining balance of in-district tuition and mandatory fees after other state and federal financial aid have been applied. Students who attend out of-district community colleges will receive a large tuition discount.
If you’ve been thinking about starting or returning to college to prepare for a secure and rewarding career, now’s the time. Go to Michigan.gov/Reconnect for more information.
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Have you considered a career in healthcare but didn’t think you had the time or money to pursue it?
We have good news for you! There’s a new State of Michigan initiative that offers free on-ramps to great healthcare careers. Through support provided by Michigan Rural Enhanced Access to Careers in Healthcare (MiREACH), you can receive the education and training needed to get started in a rewarding, in-demand healthcare career. You may also be eligible for various wraparound supports such as transportation and childcare.
Perhaps just as importantly, MiREACH offers the opportunity to make a positive, meaningful impact in our community. Interested in earning a paycheck in a career with great advancement opportunities? Go to Michigan.gov/MiREACH for more information.
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The Office of Global Michigan encouraged Michiganders to celebrate National Welcoming Week Sept. 9-18 to highlight the importance of bringing together neighbors of all backgrounds to build solid connections and achieve collective prosperity.
“Newcomers are vital to our communities, bringing fresh perspectives and new ideas while contributing to the vibrant diversity we value,” said Poppy Hernandez, Office of Global Michigan director.
During Welcoming Week, Global Michigan invited Michiganders to explore ways to cultivate communities Where We Belong by focusing on the places and spaces that foster belonging (ie. cities, workplaces, neighborhoods, etc.).
See how Global Michigan continues to support our new neighbors at Michigan.gov/OGM.
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Virtual & In-Person Job Fairs: Approved work search activities
Did you know participating in a virtual job fair can serve as an approved work search activity for unemployment benefits claimants?
A schedule of upcoming virtual and in-person job fairs is available on the Pure Michigan Talent Connect Career Events Calendar. Among the upcoming events:
Michigan Sugar Company Hiring Event (in-person event)
Sept. 21, 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! – 312 E Genesee Ave, Saginaw, MI 48607
Bass Pro/Cabelas Hiring Event (in-person event)
Sept. 21, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sept. 22, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Cabelas – 110 Cabelas Blvd, Dundee, MI 48131
Construction Management & Technology Career Fair (In-person and virtual event)
Sept. 22, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
NMU Jacobtti Complex – 2296 Sugar Loaf Ave, Marquette, MI 49855
Wayne Industries/Steel Pro Hiring Event (In-person event)
Sept. 22, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Michigan Works! Wayne American Job Center – 35731 W Michigan Ave, Wayne, MI 48184
FedEx Hiring Event (In-person event)
Sept. 27, 9 a.m. – noon
Michigan Works! Wayne American Job Center – 35731 W Michigan Ave, Wayne, MI 48184
Metro Detroit Career Expo (In-person event)
Sept. 29, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Best Western Premier Hotel – 26555 Telegraph Rd, Southfield, MI 48033
Be sure to check MiTalent.org often for the latest job and career events.
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In five years, nearly 80% of all job openings will require more than a high school diploma. Adult education programs provide a significant opportunity to bridge the workforce supply-and-demand gap.
And the return on investment into adult education is undeniable. The adult education graduate can typically earn close to $10,000 more per year once they get their diploma!
Explore the more than 100 free and low-cost Adult Education programs in Michigan at Michigan.gov/LearnMoreEarnMore.
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The Google Career Certificate program can help you get on the fast track to a competitively paid job in a high-growth field. You don’t need relevant experience or a degree to complete this flexible, online job training. Just put the skills, passion, and ambition you already have to work.
- Explore what the program has to offer at grow.google/certificates. Learn more about how the Google Career Certificates work to put you on the path to in-demand jobs.
- Learn how you can earn a Google Career Certificate for FREE by contacting your local Michigan Works! office at MichiganWorks.org.
Designed by Google, this self-paced, online training program can prepare you for careers in the high-growth fields of project management, user experience (UX) design, data analytics, and IT support.
And with under 10 hours spent studying a week, you can be prepped for a new career in under six months! Once you graduate from the Google Career Certificate program, you can connect directly with over 150 top U.S. employers to jump-start your job search.
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The Braille and Talking Book Library (BTBL) lends audio and braille books to Michigan residents who are unable to comfortably read standard print materials due to a visual, physical or reading disability.
The books can be sent directly to you or downloaded directly with BARD – the Braille and Audio Reading Download app. And best of all, this service is FREE!
Learn more about the BTBL at Michigan.gov/BTBL. Or, sign up to receive their quarterly newsletter here.
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