Free Workshops & Events
“The seminar itself was so much more helpful than I could ever have imagined! …I feel so much more confident and equipped for any possible interviews”
– Helen D.
Employer of the Day | Express Employment Professionals
Lenawee Service Center 1040 S. Winter St. Ste. 1014, Adrian, MI, United StatesVisit our Lenawee office to meet Express Employment Professionals! A Lenawee County locally owned staffing agency currently staffing for light industrial, skilled trades, office services, and healthcare professionals. OPEN POSITIONS (Click to Apply): Chemical Operator - $20/hour Glass Installer/Galzier - $18-27/hour CDL, A - $25/hour Assembly - $16.50/hour
Employer of the Day: Michigan Department of Corrections
Jackson Service Center 209 E. Washington Ave. Ste. 100, Jackson, MI, United StatesVisit our Jackson office on June 5th to meet the Michigan Department of Corrections! Looking for motivated and energetic individuals who want to make a difference in their community to work as corrections officers. Pay starts at $41k per year with great benefits! OPEN POSITIONS (Click to Apply): Corrections Officer: […]
Employer of the Day: Beacon Specialized Living
Livingston Service Center 1200 Byron Rd., Howell, MI, United StatesVisit our Livingston office June 6th to meet Beacon Specialized Living! Michigan's largest provider of residential-based behavioral health services. Direct Support Professionals support individuals with disabilities to live their fullest lives. OPEN POSITIONS (Click to Apply): Direct Support Professional (DSP), Leslie, MI Direct Support Professional (DSP), Jackson, MI Direct Support […]
In-Person Workshop – Resume Strategies at Washtenaw Service Center
Michigan Works! Southeast | Washtenaw County 304 Harriet Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, Ypsilanti, MI, USPresentation and Instruction on best practices of resume writing. Please bring your resume to the workshop if you have one already.Workshop topics include:1:00 pm - 4:30pmPurpose of a resume Resume development and improvement tips - section by sectionApplicant Tracking Systems Resume versions and formats
TABE at MWSE-Washtenaw
Michigan Works! Southeast | Washtenaw County 304 Harriet St., Ypsilanti, MI 48197, Ypsilanti, MI, USThe Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). A Career Advisor must sign up a participant for enrollment or training purposes.The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a comprehensive reading and math assessment. A participant is scheduled to attend this testing as part of the enrollment process for services at […]
Live Webinar – Job Search Strategies
Job searching in today's economy can be both difficult and frustrating. Learn strategies and resources for an effective job search plan.Workshop Topics:Important steps to plan and execute your job searchHow to use the Internet as an effective job search toolLearn many helpful and useful Internet resources, web sites, and job […]
In-Person Workshop – Resume Strategies at Livingston Service Center
Michigan Works! Southeast | Livingston County 1200 Byron Rd., Howell, MI, MI 48843, Howell, MI, MI, USInstruction on best practices of resume writing plus optional resume review and improvement session. Bring your resume to the workshop.Workshop topics include:Purpose of a resume Resume development and improvement tips - section by sectionApplicant Tracking Systems Resume versions and formatsParticipants will have option for a resume review, and the opportunity […]
Live Webinar – Job Apps., Cover Letters, and References
Having a correctly-prepared job application, cover letter, and job reference list can positively influence your candidacy for employment.In this workshop you will learn best practices of:Preparing on-line applications Authoring a simple but effective cover letter/ cover note that will help you stand out from your competition. Formatting and style options […]
Live Webinar – Career Decisions
Making a career decision or contemplating career change? Please attend this workshop to get practical advice for making your decision.Workshop topics include:Is a career change needed?The career decision making processEmployability information including aligning to a new career, and transition resumesMichigan Works! Southeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program | Auxiliary aids […]
In-Person Workshop – Interview to Impress at Washtenaw Service Center
Michigan Works! Southeast | Washtenaw County 304 Harriet Street Suite 100, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, Ypsilanti, MI, USFeeling stressed about interviewing? Attend this workshop to learn valuable tips to become a prepared and confident candidate.Workshop Topics:What employers are really looking for in candidates.How to prepare for an interview including tips on phone interviews, video interviews, and the on-site interview.How to make a great impression!Post interview tips - […]
Employer of the Day: Michigan Department of Corrections
Jackson Service Center 209 E. Washington Ave. Ste. 100, Jackson, MI, United StatesVisit our Jackson office on June 5th to meet the Michigan Department of Corrections! Looking for motivated and energetic individuals who want to make a difference in their community to work as corrections officers. Pay starts at $41k per year with great benefits! OPEN POSITIONS (Click to Apply): Corrections Officer: […]
TABE at MWSE- Hillsdale
Michigan Works! Southeast - Hillsdale 21 Care Drive, Hillsdale, MI 49242, Hillsdale, MI, USThe Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). A Career Advisor must sign up a participant for enrollment or training purposes.The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a comprehensive reading and math assessment. A participant is scheduled to attend this testing as part of the enrollment process for services at […]
Our Virtual Workshops
- Job Search Strategies
- Tips for Virtual Career Fairs
- How Dollars Make Sense
- Job Apps, Cover Letters, and References
- Interview to Impress
- Resume Strategies
- LinkedIn for Job Search
Job searching in today’s economy can be both difficult and frustrating. Learn strategies and resources for an effective job search plan.
Workshop Topics:
- Important steps to plan and execute your job search
- How to use the Internet as an effective job search tool
- Learn many helpful and useful Internet resources, web sites, and job boards
- Gain a better understanding of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and the importance of keywords
- Social Media’s value in job searching
Virtual job fairs and virtual career fairs are becoming an increasingly popular way for companies to recruit new candidates.
Workshop Topics:
- What is a Virtual Job Fair
- What to expect
- Preparation Tips
- Video interview tips
Join our workshop to learn practical tips and suggestions for budgeting and basic money management.
Topics covered:
- Create a budget
- Evaluate wants vs. needs
- Create a spending plan
- Create a savings plan
- Establish money goals
- Debt and credit scores
Having a correctly-prepared job application, cover letter, and job reference list can positively influence your candidacy for employment.
In this workshop you will learn best practices of:
- Preparing on-line applications
- Authoring a simple but effective cover letter/ cover note that will help you stand out from your competition.
- Formatting and style options for cover letters and cover notes.
- How to handle requests for salary information.
- Choosing job references and preparing a reference list.
- Reference checking and background screening.
Feeling stressed about interviewing? Attend this workshop to learn valuable tips to become a prepared and confident candidate.
Workshop Topics:
- What employers are really looking for in candidates.
- How to prepare for an interview including tips on phone interviews, video interviews, and the on-site interview.
- How to make a great impression!
- Post interview tips – help the employer remember you.
Excellent tips and strategies that can help get your resume into the hands of hiring managers.
Workshop topics include:
- Purpose of a resume – what a resume IS and IS NOT
- Resume evaluation – understanding Applicant Tracking Systems
- How to determine KEYWORDS
- Resume versions and formats
- Resume development tips – top to bottom
LinkedIn is a social media platform that can be useful for both networking and job search. Learn ways the LinkedIn platform can assist you.
Topics:
- Why use LinkedIn in your job search?
- Setting up or updating your profile
- LinkedIn features – settings, search, network tab, jobs board, and Groups
- Endorsements and recommendations
- Elements of a good LinkedIn profile