National Apprenticeship Week 2021
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National Apprenticeship Week is a week-long celebration geared towards raising awareness for apprenticeship-based training programs throughout Michigan and the country as a whole.
New Filers for Unemployment Benefits Must Now Register with Michigan Works! Service Center
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Beginning November 7, 2021, unemployed workers filing a new claim for benefits will be required to register for work with Michigan Works! staff and verify their registration with either an in-person or virtual appointment.
It Pays to Get Your Diploma – A Success Story
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Briana was a former high school dropout and parenting youth who decided she needed to make a good life for her son. After hearing about programs and services she could receive through U.P. Michigan Works! and the Job for Michigan’s Graduates program, Briana set up an appointment to work one-on-one with a Talent Specialist.
Interview Prep in 6 Steps – An Infographic
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Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! has created a simple graphic to help job seekers prepare for job interviews. Review the 6 steps below to get ready to win!
U.P. Michigan Works! Can Help You Find a Job in the Manufacturing Industry – A TV 6 Interview
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Debb Brunell from Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! stopped by the TV 6 station to discuss manufacturing in the U.P. and how Michigan Works! helps facilitate it.
Applications for Training Grants through Going PRO Talent Fund Accepted Starting September 30
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Michigan employers looking to take advantage of the Going PRO Talent Fund program will be able to apply for a share of at least $40 million in competitive training funds available to Michigan businesses today, Sept. 30.
The 2022 Going PRO Talent Fund Information Session
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Did you miss out on the 2021 Going PRO Talent Fund Information Session held by Upper Peninsula Michigan Works? Have no fear, we recorded it!
Yoopers are Getting Hired through Application Drives
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You may have seen our roving RV around the Upper Peninsula more than usual lately. No, we aren’t taking an extended summer vacation. It’s been acting as our rolling billboard at our recent application drives. What’s an application drive, you ask? Sit back, relax, and let us explain.
A Nurse and A Mother – A Success Story
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After learning about Nichole’s barriers, Michigan Works! helped pay for Nichole’s car insurance, a new windshield for her car, three months of mileage reimbursement, and new clothes for work and training.
Local Talent Development Leader Russell Utych Honored by Michigan Works! Association
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Russell Utych of Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! was awarded a “Shining Star” Award by the Michigan Works! Association for her efforts to meet employment needs in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Utych recently received the award during the Association’s annual conference.