VIEW UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
Whether you are looking to sharpen your interview skills or meet an employer who is hiring, we have options for you! Our free workshops in the calendar below are available to help you at any stage of the job search and hiring process. Plus, our weekly hot jobs and monthly virtual hiring events connect you with employers who are hiring.
In-person Workshops
Search for in-person workshops in your county by using the County filter below.
Virtual Workshops
Search for virtual workshops by using the Event Type filter below. No need to select a Series filter by county. Virtual workshops are not sorted by county.
Leadership Styles
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsYou don’t have to be a manager to be a leader. You might be asked in an interview what your leadership style is; be prepared to answer that question. This …
WorkReady: Communication
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, MuskegonIn this employability skills series, you will focus on building the skills employers are looking for in their employees and job applicants. This workshop series can help you stand out …
Job Searching With a Criminal Background
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsThis workshop provides helpful information about background checks and job search strategies for someone with a criminal background. You will learn how to navigate applications and how to answer specific …
Job Searching for The Experienced Professional (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganThis VIRTUAL workshop is designed to assist Job Seekers who are 40+ years old. During our time together we will discuss the following:
Identify misconceptions and how to overcome experience discrimination.
Define and address employer perceptions of experienced workers.
Identify strategies to show your value in the workforce.
Recognize thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors that work against obtaining employment.
Evaluate the importance of salary expectations, retirement, and other financial considerations.
Identify a list of tools and resources to aid in your job search in today’s world.
We look forward to meeting you and helping you become better equipped to successfully market yourself in our ever-changing job market. Your registration confirmation will provide you with the required information to attend this workshop via Microsoft Teams.
Intro to Resume in Spanish VIRTUAL
Virtual Workshop¿Cuentas con una Hoja Laboral o Curriculm vitae? En muchas ocasiones creemos que no necesitamos realizar dicho documento. Sin embargo, en este país puede ser indispensable para poder obtener mejores …
WorkReady: Time Management
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, MuskegonIn this employability skills series, you will focus on building the skills employers are looking for in their employees and job applicants. This workshop series can help you stand out …
WorkReady: Adaptability
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsIn this employability skills series, you will focus on building the skills employers are looking for in their employees and job applicants. This workshop series can help you stand out …
Intro to Interviewing in Spanish (Virtual)
Este taller proporciona técnicas de entrevista que incluyen preparación, seguimiento y cómo responder preguntas difíciles. También recibirás consejos sobre apariencia, habilidades de comunicación no verbal y más herramientas para ayudarte …
WorkReady: Communication Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Virtual Virtual, West Michigantoday's job market, and how to build and leverage those skills to strengthen your status as a job candidate!
This VIRTUAL workshop explores communication. Good communication skills are ranked as one of employers’ most-needed work skills. In this workshop you will explore five components of effective communication: verbal communication, non-verbal communication, active listening, feedback, and message planning. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.
Resume Writing
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, MuskegonTake your resume to the next level! This 3-hour workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or building a new resume. Staff will be on-hand throughout …
Need to print a workshop calendar?
Click below for a printable PDF calendars of workshops by county and virtual workshops.
West Michigan Works! is proudly powered by WordPress