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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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Intro to Interviewing in Spanish (Virtual)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

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 …

Free
Event Series Kent

Self-Esteem

West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI

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 …

Free

WorkReady: Teamwork Workshop (Virtual)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

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.

A team is a group of people working towards the same goal. This VIRTUAL workshop will help you understand four important considerations when working in a team environment: communication, knowing your role, respect for others, and generational differences.

Free
Event Series Muskegon

Cover Letter Writing

West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, Muskegon, MI, US

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 …

Free

WorkReady: Responsibility Workshop (VIRTUAL)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

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 VIRTUAL workshop will help you understand what it means to be responsible at work. You’ll learn the importance of being reliable, doing work correctly and on time, communicating with others, and taking ownership of your work and behavior.

Free
Event Series Allegan

WorkReady: Teamwork

West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan, MI, US

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 …

Free
Event Series Ionia

Resume Writing

West Michigan Works! in Ionia County 603 W. Adams St., Ionia, MI

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 …

Free

Take-Out Series: Virtual Resume Upgrade Lab

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Do you have an old resume you need to update? Maybe you’ve started a new draft, but you have formatting questions about Microsoft Word? Or you’re just trying to figure out the best way to word or arrange things?

We’re here for you!

Join members of our Regional Talent Development Team in this virtual setting to put the finishing touches on that outdated version or sloppy copy! Come prepared to share your draft via Teams (we can walk you through how to do that). We will look at it together in real time to give you individualized help and recommendations based on current industry standards. This workshop is limited to a very small number of participants to ensure a quality experience, but it is offered on a recurring basis.

Free
Event Series Allegan

Resume Writing Lab

West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan, MI, US

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 …

Free
Event Series Ionia

WorkReady: Communication

West Michigan Works! in Ionia County 603 W. Adams St., Ionia, MI

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 …

Free
Event Series Kent

Introduction to Resumes

West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI

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 …

Free

Job Search Techniques (Virtual)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Job searching in today’s world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This VIRTUAL workshop will explore how to build your personalized job search plan and offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.

Free

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NOVEMBER CALENDARS

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