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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.
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West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsIntroduction to Interviewing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsCover Letter Writing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsJob Search Techniques
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsLinkedIn Basics Workshop
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganIntroduction to Resumes
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganLeadership Styles
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsIntroduction to Resumes
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsGoal Setting Workshop
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsJob Searching for the Experienced Worker
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsIntroduction to Resume Writing
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleWorkReady: Teamwork
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleWorkReady: Workplace Management
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, MuskegonIntroduction to Resumes
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsCover Letter Writing and Optional Lab
West Michigan Works! in Barry County 130 E State St, HastingsComputer Literacy
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsWorkReady: Responsibility
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsIntro to Resume in Spanish
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, Holland- No events scheduled for June 8, 2024.
- No events scheduled for June 9, 2024.
Week of Events
WorkReady: Communication
WorkReady: Communication
In 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 from the crowd! *EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS - WorkReady: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering. Communication …
Career Exploration
Career Exploration
Your future starts now! Learn about yourself and the world of work by identifying and exploring highly satisfying careers. Career Exploration is a self-assessment tool used to match personal interests with related careers. See if your career of interest is a high demand career, projected growth, and what wages to expect.
Introduction to Interviewing
Introduction to Interviewing
This workshop provides interview techniques including preparation, follow-up and how to answer difficult questions. You will also get tips on appearance, non-verbal communication skills and more to help you ace your next interview.
WorkReady: Time Management
WorkReady: Time Management
In 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 from the crowd! *EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS - WORKREADY: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering. Time Management …
Resume Writing
Resume Writing
Take 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 the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your resume stand out.
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing
Join us for this workshop in which you will learn to create a good first impression with an effective cover letter. Learn layout and format guidelines as well as content suggestions and resources.
Job Search Techniques
Job Search Techniques
Whether you are looking for your first job, or it’s been a few years since you last looked for employment, this is the workshop for you!
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing
This 2 hour lab is designed for individuals interested in creating a cover letter to connect with employers. Staff will be on-hand throughout the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your cover letter stand out.
LinkedIn Basics Workshop
LinkedIn Basics Workshop
Would you like to learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account? Would you like to learn more about how to stand out on LinkedIn to recruiters and hiring managers? Are you interested in learning how to network? Attend an abbreviated workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having …
Introduction to Resumes
Introduction to Resumes
Take your resume to the next level! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or building a new resume. You will leave with the knowledge and resources needed to create a resume that meets today’s industry standards. Staff will offer tips and suggestions on how to help make your resume …
Resume Lab
Resume Lab
Put the resources you received in Resume Makeover to good use to create, update and/or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for! NOTE: Completing the Resume Makeover workshop is essential before attending Resume Lab. It will be most helpful if you bring a "sloppy copy resume" and a job …
Career Exploration
Career Exploration
Learn how to explore Interests, Labor Market information and training providers to assist you in choosing the right Career for you!
Leadership Styles
Leadership Styles
You 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 workshop will discuss the six different leadership styles by Daniel Goleman and will help you determine what style of leader you are.
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker
This 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 …
Self-Esteem
Self-Esteem
The job search process can be stressful, and for some people, it can affect their confidence and self-esteem. This workshop will introduce the concept of self-esteem and why it’s important in both your professional and personal life. Tips and tools to broaden your self-awareness and practice mindfulness, as well as maintain your self-esteem even in …
WorkReady: Adaptability
WorkReady: Adaptability
In 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 from the crowd! *EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS – WORKREADY: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering. Adaptability is the ability …
Introduction to Resumes
Introduction to Resumes
Take your resume to the next level! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume. Learn tips, tricks, and techniques to make your resume stand out to employers. Then create, update, and/or revamp your resume! It is highly recommended to have your resume available in a digital format (mitalent, flash drive, …
Career Exploration
Career Exploration
Learn how to explore Interests, Labor Market information and training providers to assist you in choosing the right Career for you!
Goal-Setting
Goal-Setting
This workshop will focus on action-oriented goal setting and will offer strategies to help you set and reach your goals, including an in depth look at the SMART goal setting technique. Common barriers to goal setting and ways to combat procrastination will also be discussed.
LinkedIn Basics Workshop
LinkedIn Basics Workshop
Would you like to learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account? Would you like to learn more about how to stand out on LinkedIn to recruiters and hiring managers? Are you interested in learning how to network? Attend an abbreviated workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having …
Goal Setting Workshop
Goal Setting Workshop
This workshop will focus on action-oriented goal setting and will offer strategies to help you set and reach your goals, including an in depth look at the SMART goal setting technique. Common barriers to goal setting and ways to combat procrastination will also be discussed.
Intro to Resume
Intro to Resume
Take your resume to the next level! This 1.5-hour workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or building a new resume. Staff will be on-hand throughout the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your resume stand out.
Resume Writing Lab
Resume Writing Lab
Put the resources you received in Introduction to Resumes to good use to create, update and/or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for! NOTE: Completing the Introduction to Resumes workshop is essential before attending Resume Lab. It will be most helpful if you bring a “sloppy copy resume” and a …
Intro to Interviewing
Intro to Interviewing
This workshop provides interview techniques including preparation, follow-up and how to answer difficult questions. You will also get tips on appearance, non-verbal communication skills and more to help you ace your next interview.
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker in Spanish
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker in Spanish
Este taller está diseñado para ayudar a los solicitantes de empleo que tienen 40+ años de edad. Durante nuestro tiempo juntos discutiremos lo siguiente: Identificar conceptos erróneos y cómo superar la discriminación por experiencia. Defina y aborde las percepciones de los empleadores sobre los trabajadores experimentados. Identifique estrategias para mostrar su valor en la fuerza …
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker
This 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 …
Introduction to Interviewing
Introduction to Interviewing
This workshop provides interview techniques including preparation, follow-up and how to answer difficult questions. You will also get tips on appearance, non-verbal communication skills and more to help you ace your next interview.
WorkReady: Decisiveness
WorkReady: Decisiveness
In 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 from the crowd! *EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS – WORKREADY: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering. Decisiveness Decisiveness is the …
Introduction to Resume Writing
Introduction to Resume Writing
This workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or creating a new one for that role you have been looking to fill. In this workshop, you will get the most up to date information on tips and techniques to create and tailor your resume to stand out to employers. You will …
Job Searching Techniques
Job Searching Techniques
Whether you are looking for your first job, or it’s been a few years since you last looked for employment or need tips on a cover letter this is the workshop for you!
Goal Setting
Goal Setting
This workshop will focus on action-oriented goal setting and will offer strategies to help you set and reach your goals, including an in-depth look at the SMART goal setting technique. Common barriers to goal setting and ways to combat procrastination will also be discussed.
WorkReady: Teamwork
WorkReady: Teamwork
In 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 from the crowd! *EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS - WORKREADY: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering. Teamwork A …
WorkReady: Workplace Management
WorkReady: Workplace Management
In 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 from the crowd! *EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS - WORKREADY: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering. Workplace Management …
Introduction to Resumes
Introduction to Resumes
Take your resume to the next level! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume. Learn tips, tricks, and techniques to make your resume stand out to employers. Then create, update, and/or revamp your resume! It is highly recommended to have your resume available in a digital format (mitalent, flash drive, …
Cover Letter Writing and Optional Lab
Cover Letter Writing and Optional Lab
Create a good first impression with an effective cover letter! Learn layout and format guidelines, as well as content suggestions during the first half of the workshop, then write a sample cover letter in the optional lab during the second half. If you are targeting a specific job, bring the posting with you.
WorkReady: Teamwork
WorkReady: Teamwork
In 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 from the crowd! *EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS - WORKREADY: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering. Teamwork A …
Resume Writing
Resume Writing
Take 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 the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your resume stand out.
Computer Literacy
Computer Literacy
Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and make your computer time more productive and enjoyable. Self-guided learning is also available for select software programs, with limited staff assistance.
Computer Literacy
Computer Literacy
Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and makes your computer time more productive and enjoyable. We utilize GCFLearnFree.org to assist in this self-directed workshop.
Resume Lab
Resume Lab
Put the resources you received in Resume Makeover to good use to create, update and/or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for! NOTE: Completing the Resume Makeover workshop is essential before attending Resume Lab. It will be most helpful if you bring a "sloppy copy resume" and a job …
WorkReady: Responsibility
WorkReady: Responsibility
In 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 from the crowd! *EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS - WORKREADY: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering. This workshop …
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing
This 2 hour lab is designed for individuals interested in creating a cover letter to connect with employers. Staff will be on-hand throughout the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your cover letter stand out.
Intro to Resume in Spanish
Intro to Resume in Spanish
¿Cuentas con una Hoja Laboral o Curriculum vitae? En muchas ocasiones creemos que no necesitamos realizar dicho documento. Sin embargo, en este país puede ser indispensable para poder obtener mejores oportunidades de empleo, especialmente si describe sus habilidades, capacidades, desempeños en el área laboral de una manera concisa y eficaz. Esto, permite que la empresa …
Resume Lab
Resume Lab
Put the resources you received in Resume Makeover to good use to create, update and/or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for! NOTE: Completing the Resume Makeover workshop is essential before attending Resume Lab. It will be most helpful if you bring a "sloppy copy resume" and a job …
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