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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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WorkReady: Adaptability (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. 

Adaptability is the ability to adjust your words or actions based on the situation or expectations. This VIRTUAL workshop will help you understand the importance of being flexible, looking at issues from different angles, being willing to learn and adapting to change. 

Free
Event Series Ionia

Cover Letter Writing

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

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 …

Free

Self-Esteem Workshop (Virtual)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

The job search process can be stressful, and for some people, it can affect their confidence and self-esteem. This workshop will discuss 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 difficult circumstances will also be discussed. 

Free
Event Series Allegan

Goal Setting

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

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. …

Free
Event Series Ottawa

WORKREADY: Innovation

West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, Holland, 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/Cover Letter Lab

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

Put the resources you received in the Resume Makeover and Cover Letter workshops to good use to create, update and/or revamp your resume or cover letter.

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 Resume Writing to good use to create, update and/or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for! NOTE: Completing the …

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 Ionia

Computer Literacy

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

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. The instructor …

Free
Event Series Muskegon

Career Exploration

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

Learn how to explore Interests, Labor Market information and training providers to assist you in choosing the right Career for you!

Free

WorkReady: Adaptability (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. 

Adaptability is the ability to adjust your words or actions based on the situation or expectations. This VIRTUAL workshop will help you understand the importance of being flexible, looking at issues from different angles, being willing to learn and adapting to change. 

Free
Event Series Kent

Cover Letter Writing

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

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 …

Free

Need to print a workshop calendar?

Click below for a printable PDF calendars of workshops by county and virtual workshops.

OCTOBER CALENDARS

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NOVEMBER CALENDARS

AlleganBarryIoniaKentMontcalmMuskegon  | Ottawa | Virtual Calendar