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Start your back-to-school prep by finishing the last few stories on your summer reading list!
If you have arthritis, tremors, or a physical disability that prevents you from holding a physical book, you can still enjoy your favorite stories – or read to your kids – thanks to the Michigan Braille & Talking Book Library.
Whether it’s in audio or braille, the Michigan Braille & Talking Book Library can help you access more than 150,000 stories for free! Get started at Michigan.gov/BTBL.
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Did you know those with a high school diploma or equivalent earn about 25% more than those without one?
Don't leave money on the table! This Back to School Month, explore free and low-cost programs to help you improve your reading, writing and math skills, and prepare you to earn a high school diploma or its equivalent.
No matter where you are in life, you can always go back to school and further your education! Get started at Michigan.gov/LearnMoreEarnMore.
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MI Student Aid administers college savings plans and student scholarships and grants that help make college accessible, affordable and attainable for Michiganders.
Explore funding, tools and resources on how you can afford college in Michigan at Michigan.gov/MIStudentAid.
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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 an Account Examiner, Rehabilitation Counselors, Technical Services Division Director 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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Workers applying for jobless benefits for the first time can get online guidance from trained instructors with the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) who will walk users through the steps they need to follow to qualify for payments.
Virtual sessions are available mornings and afternoons, Tuesday through Friday, and led by trained UIA instructors.
Learn more or sign up for a session here.
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Michigan provides employment services to more participants than any other state in the Midwest and is #2 in the nation for helping adults get employed. These accomplishments are exemplified through the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s Office of Employment & Training (LEO-E&T) 2023 Annual Report.
The report highlights the 40-plus programs, services and initiatives being deployed across the state to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, and attract and retain key talent to fill the state’s vast pipeline of opportunities.
Read the full report here.
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Put your valuable trade skills to work in a new way in Michigan, building the U.S. Navy’s next-generation submarines.
Thanks to the Michigan Maritime Manufacturing (M3) Initiative, a $10 million partnership aimed at training Michigan workers to lead the future of defense manufacturing, you can learn valuable trade skills and grow your career in Michigan while building the U.S. Navy’s next-generation submarines.
For more information about the M3 Initiative and how to get involved, go to BuildSubmarines.com/
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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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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:
West Michigan Works! Virtual Job Fair
Aug. 21, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Capital Area Michigan Works! Employer of the Day (in-person event)
Aug. 22, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Capital Area Michigan Works! – 2110 S Cedar St, Lansing, MI 48910
Direct Support Professionals Hiring Event (in-person event)
Aug. 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! Bay City Service Center – 4061 N Euclid Ave, Bay City, MI 48706
Bavarian Inn Blast Recruitment (in-person event)
Aug. 28, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Bavarian Inn Lodge – 1 Covered Bridge Ln, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Be sure to check MiTalent.org often for the latest job and career events.
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Michigan Reconnect is still available for adults 21 years and older who want to pursue an associate degree or skills certificate. This is your chance to take the next step in the life you want!
Now you can get an affordable college education while taking advantage of benefits like the flexibility and convenience of online programs that let you learn at your own pace.
Don't wait – the expansion for adults 21-24 years old is only available for a limited time! Apply by Nov. 15 at Michigan.gov/Reconnect.
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Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics
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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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