Searching for Work During a Pandemic
Tips for Your Job Search During COVID The COVID-19 pandemic sent shockwaves through the economy and changed how we live and work. The unexpected dive into virtual services, remote work and new …
Become an Emergency Medical Technician
Get Started on the Path to a Life-Changing, Life-Saving Career Are you looking for a career that will make a difference in the lives of others? Or are you interested in a medical career but not sure …
Scholarships for Training in High-Demand Careers
Secure Your Future with Support and Career Training In 2018, Hunter Daniels was unemployed, severely in debt and without a plan for the future. After bouncing from house to house, he moved back …
Apprenticeships Prepare Workforce for the Future of Manufacturing
Michigan manufacturers are a cornerstone of the state’s economy. The National Association of Manufacturers finds that Michigan manufacturers employ about 14% of the state’s workforce. In 2018, manufacturers exported about $55 billion in goods and contributed 19% of the state’s …
Health Care Apprenticeships Open the Door to a Career
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Apprenticeships: Work While you Learn in the Health Care Field” use_theme_fonts=”yes” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23c52134″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Editors Note: This is the second in a three-part series about apprenticeships in West Michigan. Part 1: …
Build a Career in Construction with an Apprenticeship
Apprenticeships Can Create Lifelong Success Editors Note: This is the first in a three-part series about apprenticeships in West Michigan. Part 2: health care Part 3: manufacturing Apprenticeships date back …
Find the hottest jobs across West Michigan every week!
Your Guide to Employment in High-Demand IndustriesIf you’re looking for a job or a new career, West Michigan Works! has a guide to employment in high-demand industries across West Michigan! The Weekly Hot Jobs is …
Making Connections: How West Michigan Works! Can Help Veterans
Serving Those Who Served Wednesday, November 11 is Veterans Day, a day to recognize and honor those who have served in our armed forces. West Michigan Works! is grateful for the service provided by our nation’s heroes. They made us their …
The Construction Industry is Growing and You Can Grow With It
October is Careers in Construction Month! Did you know? Michigan will need an estimated 9,000 new construction employees each year. The gender wage-gap in construction is much lower than other industries. Women earn 95.7% …
Take Your Resume to the Next Level (and Increase Your Chances of Getting Hired!)
Boost Your Resume to Get Noticed A resume is much more than just another hoop to jump through when trying to get hired. It is an important tool that can set you …