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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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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Join members of our Regional Talent Development Team in this virtual setting to put the finishing touches on that outdated version or sloppy copy!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.

RSVP Now Free 6 spots left
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 …

RSVP Now Free 12 spots left
Event Series Kent

Resume Writing Lab

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

After you’ve attended the Introduction to Resumes workshop, attend the Resume Writing Lab to create, update, or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for. …

RSVP Now Free 5 spots left

Take-Out Series: LinkedIn Basics Workshop (VIRTUAL)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

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 virtual workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having one!

RSVP Now Free 25 spots left
Event Series Kent

Computer Literacy

West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, 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. We utilize …

RSVP Now Free 5 spots left

WorkReady: Workplace Management 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.

Practicing good workplace management means you know what behaviors are expected of you in your work environment. In this workshop you will learn how important it is to know 1) the rules regarding technology, 2) how to manage distractions and 3) how to be professional (hint: know your company’s rules and policies!).

RSVP Now Free 25 spots left

WorkReady: Adaptability 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. 

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. 

RSVP Now Free 25 spots left
Event Series Kent

Computer Literacy

West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, 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. We utilize …

RSVP Now Free 5 spots left
Event Series Kent

Leadership Styles

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

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 …

RSVP Now Free 12 spots left
Event Series Kent

WorkReady: Reasoning

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

RSVP Now Free 12 spots left

Goal Setting Workshop (Virtual)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

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. 

RSVP Now Free 25 spots left
Event Series Kent

Computer Literacy

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

RSVP Now Free 6 spots left

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