Tom Autio Named 2026 UPMW Shining Star Award Recipient
2026 UPMW Shining Star Award Recipient: Tom Autio Last week Michigan Works! agencies from across the State gathered in Mt. Pleasant, MI for the annual Michigan Works! Conference. One of the highlights of this gathering is the presentation of Shining Star awards which recognize frontline staff who “through dedication and outstanding contributions to workforce development, personify […]
Summer Seasonal Employment
Summer Seasonal Employment Tips We may already be halfway through another beautiful U.P. summer, but it’s not too late to secure some seasonal work during these warmer months. Seasonal employment is a form of temporary employment that is active only for a limited amount of time often dependent on the climate or an employer’s specific […]
Northern Wings Named 2025 Veteran Business of the Year
Northern Wings Named 2025 Veteran Business of the Year Earlier this month, we proudly hosted our third annual Veteran Business of the Year Luncheon, recognizing businesses that go above and beyond in supporting Veterans and exemplifying leadership in their industries. This year’s award went to Northern Wings and its founder, Dave Goudreau—a U.S. Marine Corps […]
From snowplows to sausages: Why U.P. Manufacturing is the place to be!
From snowplows to sausages: Why U.P. Manufacturing is the place to be! October is Manufacturing Month! Which means it’s our favorite opportunity to appreciate the employers, workers, and career opportunities across our region that produce the products we rely on. In the U.P. this is especially important because manufacturing accounts for more than 10% of […]
Emma got ready to win.
Designing her Future: NMU Student Shines in Work Based Learning Emma S., an NMU Graphic Design student, is spending her summer working as the Marketing & Promotions Assistant for the City of Marquette’s Office of Arts & Culture through a UPMW Worked Based Learning (WBL). Her position has given her real-world, hands-on experience with many […]