Operating Engineer Union #324 Applications Open April 6th-10th, 2026
Operating Engineer Union #324 Applications Open April 6th-10th, 2026 Applications for the Operating Engineers Local 324 Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeshipwill open at 12:00 AM on April 6, 2026, and remain open through April 10, 2026, or until applications are exhausted—whichever comes first. Historically, application slots fill very quickly, often within the first one to two hours, and once […]
Sustainable Resilience – IMPACT Award Winner Lindah Mavave
Sustainable Resilience: Impact Award Winner Lindah Mavave Every year, the Michigan Works! Impact Awards recognize businesses and individuals across the state who have strengthened Michigan’s economy by creating jobs and developing new talent in their communities. This year, U.P. Michigan Works! is proud to honor Lindah Mavave of Hancock, MI for her resilience and effective […]
From Classroom to Career: CCISD CTE Partnership Forges Real World Opportunities for Local Student
From Classroom to Career: CCISD CTE Partnership Forges Real World Opportunities for Local Student HANCOCK, MI (2025) – For some students, the path to a fulfilling career looks different than a traditional classroom and instead with the hands-on experience of a real-world job. For Connor Williams, a student in the Copper Country Intermediate School District’s […]
Building a Better Life in the Upper Peninsula
Building a Better Life in the Upper Peninsula A wonderful success for one of Michigan’s newest residents! Vitalii and his family came to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula from Ukraine, determined to build a better life. With support from his host family in Crystal Falls and Upper Peninsula Michigan Works!, Vitalii overcame language and transportation barriers, earned his […]
No Degree? No Problem! Michigan ReConnect and U.P. Michigan Works! Can Help
No Degree? No Problem! Michigan Reconnect and U.P. Michigan Works! Can Help It can be daunting going back to school or entering the workforce, but you don’t have to navigate your education and career journey alone! Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! is here to offer personalized support and guidance through Michigan Reconnect (MiReconnect) to help you […]
See Us in Action! Tour
The See Us in Action! Tour Over the last couple weeks, our Business Services team kicked off the first two legs of our new See Us in Action Tours! From advanced engineering demonstrations and facility tours to employee testimonials, these visits showcase to state legislators how the Going PRO Talent Fund is helping employers across […]
Local 111 Union for Plumbing, Pipefitting, & HVAC/R Accepting Applications
If you’re looking for an apprenticeship in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, apply to Local 111 Union for Plumbing, Pipefitting, & HVAC/R!
Identifying Job Posting and Text Message Scams
Identifying Job Posting Scams At U.P. Michigan Works!, we know modern job seeking can be a struggle. The tradition of walking into a business and handing a resume is often met with “Please apply online.” Searching for jobs through online websites has become the norm and it’s not uncommon to see fraudulent job postings out […]
Seasonal Winter Job Searching in the U.P.
Seasonal Winter Job Searching in the U.P. It’s that time of year! Seasons change, and so does the job market in the U.P. As we start the winter months, many seasonal workers are thinking about what’s next. We understand that transitioning employment can be a daunting thought, however, it is a great way to expand your […]
Path to Becoming a Dental Assistant – Success Story
Path to Becoming a Dental Assistant Paige visited her local American Job Center to inquire about our services that she heard of through Bay College, where she was attending school part time. She was working concurrently at a local sporting goods store. Paige met with a talent services specialist (TSS) to complete an individual employment […]