U.P. Michigan Works! to Host Going PRO Talent Fund Information Session – A TV 6 Interview
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On Wednesday, September 8, Tim Hyde, Workforce Services Manager with Upper Peninsula Michigan Works!, joined Alyssa Jawor from TV 6 to discuss the upcoming virtual Going PRO Information Session.
Long, Postponed Career, or A Yooper Abroad – A Success Story
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When the hotel closed, Heather wanted to try for her first job in Information Technology (IT) even though her degree was earned seven years ago.
Gov. Whitmer announces more than $2.5 million available to help Michigan businesses address talent shortages
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Gov. Whitmer joins the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) to announce a competitive Request for Proposals to develop and launch the Michigan Industry Cluster Approach 3.0 (MICA 3.0) initiative.
U.P. Michigan Works! to Host Workplace Excellence Training Program – A TV 6 Interview
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On Wednesday, August 11th, Hanna Duckwall, Training Manager from Upper Peninsula Michigan Works!, sat down with Alyssa from TV 6 to discuss our Workplace Excellence Training program.
Job fair attracts crowd to Depot Park
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The Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! office held its first job fair since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic on Thursday in Ironwood’s Depot Park. The job fair offered job seekers a chance to see what type of employment is available locally.
Working and Thriving from Home – A Success Story
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Teresa, a single mother of 3, was unemployed and had barriers to getting back to work, including a lack of childcare for her child, the loss of financial assistance, and health problems, all of which blocked her from returning to her job as a bartender.
Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! Unveils its Clean Slate UP Program
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Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! invites job seekers with prior convictions to take part in the Clean Slate UP program, a tool that can lead to access to better jobs, housing, and educational opportunities.
Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! In the News
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Susan from our Newberry office sat down with Alyssa from TV 6 to discuss the re-opening of our doors to walk-in customers.
The Keys to the Road – A Success Story
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Michael needed help with his resume and cover letter. He was unfamiliar with computers, so his wife, Jennifer, reached out to Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! for assistance.
New Career Explorer Resource Helps Job Seekers in Pure Michigan Talent Connect Create Customized Plans
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Job seekers in the state now have access to Career Explorer, a new career exploration resource on Pure Michigan Talent Connect (PMTC).