Tom Autio Named 2026 UPMW Shining Star Award Recipient
2026 UPMW Shining Star Award Recipient: Tom Autio Last week Michigan Works! agencies from across the State gathered in Mt. Pleasant, MI for the annual Michigan Works! Conference. One of the highlights of this gathering is the presentation of Shining Star awards which recognize frontline staff who “through dedication and outstanding contributions to workforce development, personify […]
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!
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!
CENTRAL UP REGIONAL HOUSING PARTNERSHIP DRAFT ACTION PLAN
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.
The State of Michigan LEO provides UIA Resources
Impacted Michigan Workers and Businesses Offered Support The following information was provided by the State of Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity via a press release on September 15th, 2023. Lansing, Mich.—In recognition of the potential impacts of the UAW strike, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is offering agency resources to assist […]
MTU Director of Career Services Previews 906 Industry Day
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 […]
Apprenticeships: The Future of Workforce Entry
Apprenticeships…You may have heard about them, but what are they? Do they really only apply to the trades?
Program Coming to Delta County Jail will Educate & Rehabilitate
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
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
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 […]