As the region’s workforce development agency, West Michigan Works! is dedicated to creating a diverse and qualified workforce. We do this by providing services that help companies recruit and retain …
The Going PRO Talent Fund awards grants to employers to assist in training, developing and retaining current and newly hired employees. The competitive application process opens September 12, 2019. These …
Working with a career coach is about self-learning West Michigan Works! (WMW!) offers a variety of employment and training services designed to empower job seekers with the tools, resources and …
Have you ever had an extended leave from the workforce—maybe to raise children, care for a loved one or even care for yourself? A gap in your resume can make …
Industry Talent Councils: Collaboration + Innovation = Solutions In a state that boasted an estimated employment growth of over 55,000 jobs last year, combined with a low unemployment rate, what …
The enormous white and glass building is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood with tree-lined streets and quaint houses. The front office space is fresh and bright, just like the …
Firstronic, an electronic manufacturer based in Grand Rapids, assembles printed circuit boards for the medical, industrial, automotive and LED industries. The company has seen steady growth over the past seven …
A new program will provide job seekers in the Montcalm and Ionia county areas with the necessary education and technical training for a career as a corrections officer. Adults who …
The job search process can be long and stressful. Doing it on your own can feel isolating. At West Michigan Works! service centers you can not only find answers to …
Maybe you’ve heard of Michigan Works! because a friend went there or you’ve driven past the building. You might have gone to a service center as part of your unemployment …
