As demand for advanced manufacturing talent continues to grow, Discover Manufacturing, an industry talent council of West Michigan Works!, awarded $11,500 in scholarships to 10 individuals preparing for or advancing …
Five West Michigan Works! Ascend youth program participants have been honored with the 2025 Excellence in Youth Leadership Award through the Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates program. West Michigan Works! …
A six-week summer program is expanding to provide more West Michigan youth with a blend of career preparation opportunities. Facilitated by Ascend at West Michigan Works!, the Summer Youth Career …
West Michigan Works! today released its 2025 HotJobs! list, highlighting the top 100+ careers in the region’s high-growth industries. New for 2025, hospitality has been added to the high-demand industries, …
The West Michigan Works! Agribusiness Talent Council recently brought agriculture to life for young students during National Agriculture and Reading Month. As part of the Spotlight on Ag Readers (SOAR) …
More than 700 business leaders attended as West Michigan Works! recognized nine area frontline workers with the 2024 Essential Service Awards. Honorees were recognized at The Economic Club of Grand …
Hospitality service provider Creative Dining Services knew that accessing Going PRO Talent Fund training dollars would open opportunities for upskilling and improved employee retention. When Corporate Culinary Training Coordinator Jay …
West Michigan Works!, Kent Intermediate School District (Kent ISD) and the Kent Career Technical Center invite 7th-12th grade students and their families to explore career opportunities in the rapidly expanding …
Targeted recruitment efforts and strategic partnerships can drive significant progress in the EV industry, paving the way for future advancements and opportunities. LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc., a prominent player in …
MiCareerQuest, West Michigan’s largest hands-on career exploration event, returns on Wednesday, March 20, at DeVos Place Convention Center, 303 Monroe Ave NW in Grand Rapids. Nearly 9,000 students from …
