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We all need a little help sometimes. Last year, hundreds of thousands of Michiganders received help with their phone, broadband or home energy bills or received shut off protection for their utility service.
If you need help, you are not alone! The Michigan Public Service Commission offers utility assistance and shutoff protection to eligible Michiganders. Learn more at Michigan.gov/mpsc/
GetHelp.
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With nearly 500,000 job openings projected in our state each year through 2032, CTE offers high school and college students hands-on learning experiences that can be applied to real-world training and career pathways.
This February, students and job seekers of all ages are encouraged to explore programs that pave the way for career success, advancement, and further education.
Explore career options, training, wages and projected openings using Pathfinder, Michigan’s free online career exploration tool. Go to Pathfinder.MiTalent.org to get started.
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Michigan's Hot 50 Job Outlook highlights high-demand, high-wage careers that show a favorable mix of projected long-term job growth, projected annual job openings, and median wages through 2032.
Explore the Hot 50 Job Outlook to discover the expected number of annual openings, pay range and education requirement for each career.
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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 Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors, a Veterans' Career Advisor 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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All employer accounts on Pure Michigan Talent Connect (MiTalent.org) undergo a comprehensive approval process, ensuring the job postings you see are from verified employers and leading to fewer incidents of fraud.
Search for jobs by your desired salary, explore upcoming career events and access resources to help you find your next opportunity. Or, create a FREE job seeker account to access even more resources!
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Earlier this year, the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) announced three more virtual Coaching Sessions to help claimants better understand the filing process and their responsibilities when receiving benefits. One of the new choices is a Spanish-language version of the First-time Filer Coaching Session, making this training accessible to more Michiganders!
Claimants can sign up for any session, offered throughout the week, using the UIA's Online Coaching Sessions Page. The sessions allow for topical questions and answers in an online chat forum, providing clarity on key aspects of filing for and maintaining benefits.
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With more devices connected to the internet, it’s more important than ever to be mindful of your cybersecurity. Here are a few steps you can take to ensure your safety:
- Be conscientious of what you share online
- Keep your computer software up to date
- Create unique passwords and change them regularly
- Install antivirus programs and firewalls
Download the free Michigan Secure app on the App Store or Google Play.
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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, go to Michigan.gov/Michigan
Works to schedule an in-person or virtual visit today.
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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:
Pine Rest Open Interviews (virtual and in-person event)
Feb. 11, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Pine Rest Human Resources Office – 300 68th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
Washtenaw Community College Career and Internship Fair (in-person event)
Feb. 12, 4 – 6 p.m.
Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Bld – 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Engineering Technology & Manufacturing Career Fair (in-person event)
Feb. 13, 1 – 4 p.m.
Innovation Hall- Jacobetti Complex – 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI 49855
TSA-Traverse City Recruiting Event (in-person event)
Feb. 14, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Michigan Works! Traverse City Service Center – 1209 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686
Be sure to check MiTalent.org often for the latest job and career events.
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The Michigan Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) provides training and services that empower people to achieve their individual goals.
If you or a loved one are blind or visually impaired, BSBP will work with you to define your goals and identify appropriate training and services.
Depending upon your needs and eligibility for specific services, BSBP may also provide some types of adaptive equipment, computer software, and postsecondary education. Learn more or get started at Michigan.gov/BSBP.
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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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