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If you were impacted by the ice storms in northern Michigan, you can find helpful resources at Michigan.gov/IceStorm!
You can explore clean-up progress, find shelters and debris disposal sites, and volunteering and donation opportunities all on the website.
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Start your journey toward a rewarding career today with Michigan’s Career Exploration tools! Discover exciting career paths, explore educational options, and match your skillset to Michigan’s in-demand jobs.
Whether you’re a student or considering a career change, Pathfinder can help you make informed decisions about your future. The free, online career exploration tool uses current labor market information and wage data to help you create and compare roadmaps toward your future.
Learn more about Pathfinder and other free career exploration tools at MiTalent.org/Career-Exploration!
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The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is highlighting resources to support federal workers who may have been recently laid off.
Find community resources, services from other state agencies, job search tools and easy access to unemployment services at Michigan.gov/Federal
WorkerHelp.
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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 a Departmental Analyst, Employment Services Interviewer, Financial Analyst, Outreach and Enrollment Coordinator, Practical Nurse, Rehabilitation Services Coordinator 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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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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To foster acceptance and encourage Michiganders to work together to build a more inclusive state that supports opportunities for all, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joins the Michigan Departments of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO), Education (MDE), Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Autism Alliance of Michigan to proclaim April as Autism Acceptance Month.
LEO, MDE, MDHHS, Autism Alliance of Michigan and many other community providers across the state have resources for individuals with autism, ranging from identification and diagnosis, to support, training and intervention.
LEO offers a number of vocational rehabilitation services for individuals with autism through Michigan Rehabilitation Services. Through its statewide network, Michigan Rehabilitation Services develops creative, customized solutions to help individuals with disabilities prepare for and obtain competitive employment and achieve economic self-sufficiency. Learn more at Michigan.gov/MRS.
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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!
Schedule an in-person or virtual visit at Michigan.gov/
MichiganWorks.
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To highlight the more than 220,000 Michiganders who are living with blindness and vision loss, Gov. Whitmer proclaimed April 13-19 as Vision Rehabilitation Therapists Appreciation Week.
Vision Rehabilitation Therapists (VRTs) provide specialized training for individuals who are blind or have low vision, helping them develop the skills necessary to live independently and actively participate in their communities. They also provide training in assistive technology, helping individuals use screen readers, magnifiers and other adaptive tools to enhance their daily lives.
The Bureau of Services for Blind Persons employs several VRTs to help Michiganders who are blind or have low vision. Learn more about how they can support you or a loved on at Michigan.gov/BSBP.
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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 Virtual Job Fair
April 23, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Dean Transportation Open Interviews (in-person event)
April 24, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Almont Dean Transportation – 4701 Howland Rd, Almont, MI 48003
Jackson Dean Transportation – 4000 Van Horn Rd, Jackson, MI 49201
Community Health Worker Virtual Job Fair
April 25, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Open Interviews with Bella Senior Care (in-person event)
April 30, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! – 5889 E Broadway Rd, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Be sure to check MiTalent.org often for the latest job and career events.
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There are more than 90 skilled and professional trade positions open across the state that need your talent and expertise! If you're looking for a job in construction, IT, healthcare or manufacturing, don't miss your chance to connect with recruiters during the MI Trades Partnership Career Fair on Thursday, May 8.
Stop by the in-person event at the Grand River Building in Lansing from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. or join the virtual event from anywhere in the state from 4-7 p.m.
Register for the in-person event here.
Register for the virtual event here.
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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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