CENTRAL UP REGIONAL HOUSING PARTNERSHIP DRAFT ACTION PLAN
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CENTRAL UP REGIONAL HOUSING PARTNERSHIP DRAFT ACTION PLAN The public review period is open for the and will end on Friday, September 29th, 2023, and 12:00 PM Eastern time. — View the full post on CUPPAD’s website.
MTU Director of Career Services Previews 906 Industry Day
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Jenna Lane gives an amazing preview of what’s to come at the 906 Industry Day event at Michigan Technological University’s campus. The fair is designed to show students they can still thrive in the upper peninsula after graduation. The fair will have employers that are specifically seeking talent who is working on obtaining or have […]
Program Coming to Delta County Jail will Educate & Rehabilitate
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A new program in partnership with Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! and the Delta County Sheriff’s Department seeks to help offenders get jobs after serving time in prison. It is estimated that 90% of the currently incarcerated population in Escanaba are repeat offenders. The goal of the program is to help prevent repeat offenses, rehabilitate, and […]
First Ever Cybersecurity Youth Registered Apprenticeship Program Launched in Michigan
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In an effort to bring new career opportunities to youth in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the first ever cybersecurity youth registered apprenticeship program launched! This program will be starting with six high school students who will be pioneering the program. The program is run by Guide Star, a division of CCI Systems. This program was put […]
Connect Construction Students Get “Drafted” into Apprenticeships
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In Escanaba, students in the Construction Connect UP were “drafted” into skilled trades apprenticeships with their signatory contractors and U.P building trades Unions. Students in the apprenticeship work 2-3 hours in the morning or afternoon while making $13/ hr. Opportunities like this one set youth up for not just a job, but a career in […]
Hanna Joins TV 6 to Discuss Opportunities in Hospitality, Tourism, and Retail
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The interview was produced and distributed by TV 6 Our very own Hanna, Director of Talent Services, joined Elizabeth on TV 6 to discuss a virtual hiring event and training opportunities for job seekers and those currently employed in the hospitality, tourism, and retail sectors. Click on the picture below to watch the interview in its […]
UP Michigan Works! Offers Summer Youth Employment Opportunities – A TV 6 Interview
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Young people are the future of the Upper Peninsula’s economy and workforce. Getting a job at a young age teaches work ethic, and what it’s like to make money for themselves and may even inspire the career they choose to pursue.
Having Fun with Science on the TV 6 Morning News
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The Mind Trekkers program brings science alive to students across the country.
TV Interview – Mind Trekkers: Getting Students Excited about STEM
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Darren Widder, Special Initiatives Manager, sat down with Elizabeth from TV 6 to discuss OneUP Mind Trekkers events. Mind Trekkers prompts students to explore and consider a career in a STEM field.
TV Interview – National Apprenticeship Week with U.P. Michigan Works!
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Brian Sarvello, Apprenticeship Manager, sat down with Alyssa and Elizabeth from TV 6 to discuss National Apprenticeship Week and the opportunities apprenticeships provide.