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Whether you’re a first-time job seeker, switching careers, looking to gain new skills to advance in your career, a veteran or a justice-involved individual, Michigan Works! can help you find what you’re looking for — their job is to find you the best job!
Michigan Works! offers a wide range of free support services to help you get a better job with better pay — including career development coaches, help with career exploration, connections to funding for additional education, and computers, printers and high-speed internet!
They may even be able to help you find childcare and transportation! If you're ready for more, get started at Michigan.gov/Michigan
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With more than 520,000 Michigan jobs and approximately 45,500 annual openings in the professional trades projected by the year 2030, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed May as Professional Trades Month.
The annual observance honors hard-working Michiganders in professional trades while encouraging students and adults to explore education and career opportunities leading to high-wage, in-demand careers.
Businesses across Michigan need highly skilled workers in sectors such as agriculture, construction, education, energy, healthcare, hospitality, information technology, manufacturing, mobility and outdoor recreation.
Many of these high-demand, high-wage careers do not require a four-year degree and have pathways that focus on credentials, certificates, on-the-job training and Registered Apprenticeships.
Michigan provides several resources that support career awareness and exploration for those interested in pursuing a new or different professional opportunity, including Pathfinder, Michigan's free online career exploration tool.
Those who are ready to find their next professional trades job should go to MiTalent.org to explore open positions from verified employers.
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The Michigan Electric Vehicle Jobs Academy supports the careers of tomorrow, today. This state-led collaborative is developing education and training solutions to meet the advanced automotive mobility and electrification industry’s talent needs.
With 100+ partners including employers, labor, industry stakeholders and education institutions, the EV Jobs Academy is driving the state’s advanced mobility talent development for the future.
Learn more at Michigan.gov/EVJobs
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If you are unemployed and receiving Food Assistance Program benefits, you could qualify for additional job seeking assistance.
The Food Assistance Employment and Training (FAE&T) Program provides individuals aged 18 to 59 with the tools to find and keep a job in today’s market.
They also provide support services such as transportation assistance and help with work clothes and tools.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/3hb1dGt.
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Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) provides vocational rehabilitation services for eligible individuals with disabilities that are customized to fit their unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities and interests.
MRS works with individuals to help them make informed choices, prepare for and engage in employment and achieve economic self-sufficiency.
MRS staff operate out of 35 field offices and each of the Michigan Works! Service Centers.
Use the MRS Services Locator tool at Michigan.gov/MRS to find the nearest location.
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Michigan’s success would not be possible without the brave men and women who have chosen to serve in our armed forces, whose service reflects the resilient spirit and patriotism embodied by so many of our citizens. That’s something the all-veteran team at Veterans’ Employment Services (VES) understands.
The concept of veterans helping veterans is a trademark of the VES team and one of the keys to its success.
Veterans face many challenges when transitioning out of the military – finding meaningful employment should not be one of them.
VES helps eligible veterans and their spouses find meaningful employment and work to eliminate barriers they may face. If you or a loved one are a veteran who needs help finding a job, go to Michigan.gov/VES to get started.
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Come join our team! The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is actively hiring for several positions – these are jobs that support Michiganders!
Current opportunities include Departmental Specialists, Rehabilitation Counselors, Student Assistants, Workplace Safety Officers and much more!
If you're passionate about supporting our state's residents and businesses, explore State of Michigan job openings today!
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Your mental health and wellbeing affects how you think, feel and act. With suicide as the leading cause of death in the U.S., it’s more important than ever to prioritize your mental wellbeing. Just talking about mental health can reduce the stigma and increase awareness of the devastating consequences of unaddressed mental illness.
65% of U.S. employees surveyed identified work as the number on stress in their lives. Employees who are feeling emotionally drained from work are at a higher risk of workplace stress, leading to burnout and other mental health concerns.
Explore strategies and resources aimed at helping employees and employers across the state address mental health in the workplace at Michigan.gov/Workplace
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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 job fairs is available on the Pure Michigan Talent Connect Career Events Calendar. Among the upcoming events:
State of Michigan Non-Degree Virtual Job Fair
May 22, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Niles Industrial Coatings Hiring Event (in-person event)
May 22, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Niles Industrial Coatings Headquarters – 201 S Alloy Dr, Fenton, MI 48430
Walled Lake Dean Transportation Open Interviews (in-person event)
May 23, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Walled Lake Operation, Dean Transportation – 46740 Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake, MI 48390
Michigan State Police Career Fair (in-person event)
May 28, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
GST Michigan Works! Fenton Service Center – 4045 Owen Rd, Fenton, MI 48430
Muskegon Giles Dean Transportation Open Interviews (in-person event)
May 30, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Muskegon Giles Operation, Dean Transportation – 901 E Giles Rd, Muskegon, MI 49445
Be sure to check MiTalent.org often for the latest job and career events.
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Discover endless possibilities for your career with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Transportation Career Pathways Program (TCPP)! Designed to provide hands-on experience in various transportation roles, this immersive program offers invaluable opportunities for growth and exploration.
Participants earn competitive wages while gaining practical experience in roles such as transportation maintenance, technician positions, and trade-helper.
Don't wait – these statewide positions are limited! Go to Michigan.gov/TCPP to see descriptions and locations and start your journey today! Connect with industry professionals at career fairs, gain insights through job shadowing experiences, and unlock your potential with MDOT.
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Career Connect is produced monthly by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Office of Employment and Training, to assist job seekers with career exploration, skills training, adult education, apprenticeships, job and career fairs, interviewing tips and much more. |
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