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.
TV Interview – Returning North through Upper Michigan Works!
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Hanna Duckwall, Director of Workforce Services with U.P. Michigan Works!, and Jason Mack from the MTEC Smartzone joined TV 6 on-air to discuss the upcoming Return North career fair.
TV Interview – Upper Peninsula Michigan Works offers Going PRO Talent Fund
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On September 21, Jim Messer, Business Services Manager with U.P. Michigan Works!, visited the TV 6 station in Negaunee to discuss the Going PRO Talent Fund.
Building a Winning Resume – A TV 6 Interview
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Chris joined Alyssa from TV 6 to discuss what makes up a winning resume and what shouldn’t be added to your personal marketing document.
U.P. Michigan Works! Focuses on Summer Jobs for Youth
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Hanna from Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! visited TV 6 to discuss how U.P. Michigan Works! emphasizes youth employment and what services we can offer to youths.
Michigan Works! Helps U.P. Employers Utilize Training Funds to Address Workforce Challenges
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U.P. Michigan Works! continues to support employers and employees in getting ready to win by providing access to valuable programs and resources.
Michigan employers encouraged to offer opportunities during Youth Employment Month
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An estimated 239,000 Michigan youth, ages 16-19, are expected to participate in the state’s labor market this summer, and to help raise awareness about the importance of youth earning valuable skills and training for the future while doing so safely and legally, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proclaims June 2022 as Youth Employment Month in Michigan.