VIEW UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
Whether you are looking to sharpen your interview skills or meet an employer who is hiring, we have options for you! Our free workshops in the calendar below are available to help you at any stage of the job search and hiring process. Plus, our weekly hot jobs and hiring events connect you with employers who are hiring.
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WorkREADY: Self-Management
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsHow AI Can Help You Get The Job
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsGoal-Setting
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganFinancial Literacy
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsInterviewing Skills
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganComputer Literacy Lab
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsLeadership Styles
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsWorkREADY: Decision Making
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan“REFUGEE” Personal Branding
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsEntrepreneurship 101
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleIntroduction to Resume Writing
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, HollandWorkREADY Problem Solving
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, HollandInterviewing Skills
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsWorkREADY: Decision Making
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganResume Writing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsCover Letter Writing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsJob Search Techniques
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleIntroduction to Resume Writing
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, HollandJob Search Techniques
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsInterviewing Skills
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., HastingsProblem-Solving
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsHow AI Can Help You Get the Job
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsFinancial Literacy
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleCover Letter Lab
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., HastingsEntrepreneurship 101
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsInterviewing Skills
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleSelf-Esteem
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., HastingsJob Searching with a Criminal Background
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, MuskegonWorkREADY: Teamwork Workshop
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganWorkREADY: Communication
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., HastingsResume Writing Lab
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsJob Search Techniques
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganResume Writing
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganComputer Literacy Lab
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleEntrepreneurship 101
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., HastingsWeek of Events
Monday, June 8, 2026
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June 8, 2026 -Resume Writing
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June 8, 2026 -WorkREADY: Self-Management
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June 8, 2026 -How AI Can Help You Get The Job
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June 8, 2026 -WorkREADY: Decision-Making
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June 8, 2026 -Goal-Setting
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June 8, 2026 -Financial Literacy
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June 8, 2026 -Interviewing Skills
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June 8, 2026 -Computer Literacy Lab
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June 8, 2026 -WorkREADY: Communication
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June 8, 2026 -Leadership Styles
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June 8, 2026 -WorkREADY: Decision Making
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June 8, 2026 -Job Search Techniques
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June 8, 2026 -“REFUGEE” Personal Branding
Resume Writing
Resume Writing Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.
WorkREADY: Self-Management
The WorkREADY Workshop Series will help you explain to employers how and why you are WorkREADY, whether it is for a new job or a promotion. This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the most needed skills across all levels and areas of today’s workforce. Based on research …
How AI Can Help You Get The Job
In today’s evolving job market, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way we search for work and navigate the workplace. This interactive workshop will introduce you to the powerful role AI plays in job searching and career development. We will explore how AI tools - like résumé builders, job matching platforms, and interview simulators - …
WorkREADY: Decision-Making
In this workshop, you will explore traits that make people decisive, learn ways to manage the fear of making mistakes, and come away with some practical tools to boost your confidence and overcome indecision.
Goal-Setting
This workshop will focus on action-oriented goal setting and will offer strategies to help you set and reach your goals, including an in depth look at the SMART goal setting technique. Common barriers to goal setting and ways to combat procrastination will also be discussed.
Financial Literacy
Do you want to manage your money better and reduce financial stress? Join our FREE workshop to learn practical financial skills that will help you budget, save, and make smarter money choices! This workshop offers tools and resources that you can apply to your unique financial situation and goals.
Interviewing Skills
Everything you need to know before the interview! Learn interviewing formats, tips and how to answer a variety of questions. Build the skills and confidence to succeed, no matter the interview type.
Computer Literacy Lab
Intimidated by computers? Wanting to take the next step in your career but lacking certain technology skills? This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your time online more productive and enjoyable.
WorkREADY: Communication
WorkREADY Workshops (90 Minutes): This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the skills most needed across all levels and areas of today’s workforce. We have done the research and developed these interactive workshops to assist individuals in becoming more confident in these key areas: Communication, Teamwork, Self-Management, Decisiveness, …
Leadership Styles
You don’t have to be a manager to be a leader. You might be asked in an interview what your leadership style is; be prepared to answer that question. This workshop will discuss the six different leadership styles by Daniel Goleman and will help you determine what style of leader you are.
WorkREADY: Decision Making
This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the skills most needed across all levels and areas of today’s workforce. We have done the research and developed these interactive workshops to assist individuals in becoming more confident in these key areas: Communication, Teamwork, Self-Management, Decisiveness, and Problem-Solving. This workshop …
Job Search Techniques
This workshop explores modern strategies that build personalized job search plans based on individual job seeker’s strengths and needs, and also offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.
“REFUGEE” Personal Branding
Personal Branding Have you ever considered what your personal brand is? Are you struggling to find a way to get ahead of the tightening competition? In this workshop, we will discuss the purpose of branding and identifying what your personal brand is as a professional. We will teach you how to communicate and leverage your …
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
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June 9, 2026 -Entrepreneurship 101
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June 9, 2026 -WorkREADY: Self-Management
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June 9, 2026 -Introduction to Resume Writing
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June 9, 2026 -Resume Writing
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June 9, 2026 -WorkREADY Problem Solving
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June 9, 2026 -Resume Lab
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June 9, 2026 -Interviewing Skills
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June 9, 2026 -WorkREADY: Decision Making
Entrepreneurship 101
Do you want to start your own business but are not sure where to start? Interested in a small side-hustle or starting the next leading company in an industry? Entrepreneurship 101 is here to help you begin that journey. This discussion-based workshop will provide key questions for you to explore that will help you build …
WorkREADY: Self-Management
In this workshop, you will explore how key factors like professionalism, adaptability, self-awareness, and stress management shape and strengthen your overall self-management skills.
Introduction to Resume Writing
Take your resume to the next level! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in learning how to create a resume or improve their existing resume.
*It is highly recommended to have your resume available in a digital format (mitalent, flash drive, email) for access during and after the workshop. A hard copy may be useful for you to reference during the workshop.
Resume Writing
Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.
WorkREADY Problem Solving
Problem-solving is a process that includes identifying a problem, analyzing available information, generating possible solutions, and ultimately implementing the best solution to resolve the issue. In this workshop, you will explore what it means to think critically about complex situations, learn ways to analyze issues from multiple perspectives, and use innovation to drive problem-solving.
Resume Lab
Bring us your sloppy copy, your rough draft, your outdated resume! We are here to help. Whether you need to sharpen the format or the content, this lab-style setting offers the opportunity for small-group support. Important notes: **Please attend the Resume Writing Workshop prior to registering for this lab** ** Resume writing takes time. Please …
WorkREADY: Decision Making
Decision Making is the ability to make confident and timely decisions, even in challenging situations. In this workshop, you will explore traits that make people decisive, learn ways to manage the fear of making mistakes, and come away with some practical tools to boost your confidence and overcome indecision.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
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June 10, 2026 -Career Exploration
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June 10, 2026 -Interviewing Skills
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June 10, 2026 -WorkREADY: Decision Making
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June 10, 2026 -Resume Writing
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June 10, 2026 -Cover Letter Writing
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June 10, 2026 -Job Search Techniques
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June 10, 2026 -LinkedIn Basics
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June 10, 2026 -Introduction to Resume Writing
Career Exploration
Job search today looks different, and so do career paths. In this workshop, you’ll uncover your skills, explore career options through a guided assessment, and map out possible pathways based on your interests and experience. You’ll leave with a clearer plan and actionable next steps.
Interviewing Skills
Everything you need to know before the interview! Learn interviewing tips and how to answer a variety of questions. Build the skills and confidence to succeed, no matter the interview type.
WorkREADY: Decision Making
This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the skills most needed across all levels and areas of today’s workforce. We have done the research and developed these interactive workshops to assist individuals in becoming more confident in these key areas: Communication, Teamwork, Self-Management, Decisiveness, and Problem-Solving. This workshop …
Resume Writing
Resume Writing Learn the content and proper format of today’s resumes. Current industry standards and helpful resources will be discussed.
Cover Letter Writing
Create a good first impression with an effective cover letter! Learn layout and format guidelines as well as content suggestions. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to write customized cover letters.
Job Search Techniques
Job searching in today’s world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This workshop explores modern strategies that build personalized job search plans based on individual job seeker’s strengths and needs, and also offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.
LinkedIn Basics
Would you like to learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account? Would you like to learn more about how to stand out on LinkedIn to recruiters and hiring managers? Are you interested in learning how to network? Attend an abbreviated workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having …
Introduction to Resume Writing
Take your resume to the next level! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in learning how to create a resume or improve their existing resume.
*It is highly recommended to have your resume available in a digital format (mitalent, flash drive, email) for access during and after the workshop. A hard copy may be useful for you to reference during the workshop.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
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June 11, 2026 -Interviewing Skills
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June 11, 2026 -Job Search Techniques
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June 11, 2026 -Interviewing Skills
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June 11, 2026 -Problem-Solving
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June 11, 2026 -How AI Can Help You Get the Job
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June 11, 2026 -Job Searching Techniques
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June 11, 2026 -Financial Literacy
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June 11, 2026 -Time Management Workshop
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June 11, 2026 -Cover Letter Lab
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June 11, 2026 -Entrepreneurship 101
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June 11, 2026 -Interviewing Skills
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June 11, 2026 -Self-Esteem
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June 11, 2026 -Job Searching with a Criminal Background
Interviewing Skills
Interviewing Skills Everything you need to know before the interview! Learn interviewing tips and how to answer a variety of questions. Build the skills and confidence to succeed, no matter the interview type.
Job Search Techniques
Job searching in today’s world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This workshop explores modern strategies that build personalized job search plans based on individual job seeker’s strengths and needs and offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.
Problem-Solving
WorkREADY Workshops: The WorkREADY Workshop Series will help you explain to employers how and why you are WorkREADY, whether it is for a new job or a promotion. This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the most needed skills across all levels and areas of today’s workforce. Based on research and our relationships with employers, we have developed interactive workshops that assist individuals in developing confidence in five key areas: Communication, Teamwork, Self-Management, Decision-Making, and Problem-Solving. …
How AI Can Help You Get the Job
In today’s evolving job market, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way we search for work and navigate the workplace. This interactive workshop will introduce you to the powerful role AI plays in job searching and career development. We will explore how AI tools—like résumé builders, job matching platforms, and interview simulators—can help highlight your …
Job Searching Techniques
Job searching in today’s world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This workshop explores modern strategies that build personalized job search plans based on individual job seeker’s strengths and needs, and also offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.
Financial Literacy
A beginner’s financial literacy workshop that introduces key money management concepts such as budgeting, saving, debt management, and credit scores. Want to manage your money better and reduce financial stress? Join our Virtual workshop to learn practical financial skills that will help you budget, save, and make smarter money choices!
Time Management Workshop
This workshop will help you understand and use the skills of time management and punctuality. You’ll learn about the importance of regular attendance, completing tasks on time, and staying focused and productive while you’re on the job. We will address common barriers to good time management and punctuality, then share strategies to overcome these barriers and build positive time management habits that work for you. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.
Entrepreneurship 101
Are you interested in starting your own business, but are not sure where to start? Interested in a small side-hustle or starting the next leading company in an industry? Entrepreneurship 101 is here to help you begin that journey. This discussion-based workshop will provide key questions for you to explore how to build a robust …
Interviewing Skills
Everything you need to know before the interview! Learn interviewing tips and how to answer a variety of questions. Build the skills and confidence to succeed, no matter the interview type.
Self-Esteem
This workshop will discuss the concept of self-esteem and why it’s important in both your professional and personal life.
Job Searching with a Criminal Background
This workshop provides helpful information about background checks and job search strategies for someone with a criminal background. You will learn how to navigate applications and how to answer specific interview questions regarding your criminal background. You will also get information about programs and resources that may be able to assist with your job search …
Friday, June 12, 2026
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June 12, 2026 -Resume Lab
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June 12, 2026 -Resume Writing
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June 12, 2026 -WorkREADY: Teamwork Workshop
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June 12, 2026 -WorkREADY: Communication
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June 12, 2026 -Self-Esteem
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June 12, 2026 -Resume Writing Lab
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June 12, 2026 -Cover Letter Writing
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June 12, 2026 -Job Search Techniques
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June 12, 2026 -Resume Writing
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June 12, 2026 -Computer Literacy
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June 12, 2026 -Computer Literacy Lab
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June 12, 2026 -Entrepreneurship 101
Resume Lab
Bring us your sloppy copy, your rough draft, your outdated resume! We are here to help. Whether you need to sharpen the format or the content, this lab-style setting offers the opportunity for small-group support. Important notes: **Please attend the Resume Writing Workshop prior to registering for this lab** ** Resume writing takes time. Please …
Resume Writing
Resume Writing Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.
WorkREADY: Teamwork Workshop
Teamwork in the workplace is the coordinated effort of individuals working together to achieve shared goals effectively and efficiently. In this workshop, you will learn some skills and strategies needed to foster effective teamwork and contribute to the success of your teams.
WorkREADY: Communication
Effective workplace communication involves conveying, receiving, and interpreting information to achieve goals and foster collaboration. In this workshop, you will explore strategies for improving interpersonal interactions, active listening, clear messaging, and conflict resolution, equipping you with practical tools to enhance your relationships both personally and professionally.
Self-Esteem
The job search process can be stressful, and for some people, it can affect their confidence and self-esteem. This workshop will discuss the concept of self-esteem and why it’s important in both your professional and personal life. Tips and tools to broaden your self-awareness and practice mindfulness, as well as maintain your self-esteem even in difficult circumstances, will also be discussed.
Resume Writing Lab
Important Note: This is not a 1:1 resume review session – you will be working on your own resume and resume writing takes time. Please do not expect to leave with a perfect resume after attending one lab. You are welcome to attend multiple labs if needed. Bring your sloppy copy, your rough …
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing Create a good first impression with an effective cover letter! Learn layout and format guidelines as well as content suggestions. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to write customized cover letters.
Job Search Techniques
This workshop will explore how to build your personalized job search plan and offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.
Resume Writing
Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.
Computer Literacy
Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and makes your computer time more productive and enjoyable. The instructor will accommodate all levels no matter where you are with computers. You will learn how to understand basic job searching, resume uploading when applying for …
Computer Literacy Lab
Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email, job applications, or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your computer time more productive and enjoyable. Class size is limited. Please be sure to register in advance, as walk-ins are only accepted when a seat is available.
Entrepreneurship 101
Do you want to start your own business but are not sure where to start? Interested in a small, side-hustle or starting the next leading company in an industry? Entrepreneurship 101 is here to help you begin that journey.