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.
In-person Workshops
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Virtual Workshops
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Events
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Cover Letter Writing
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, Muskegon, MI, USCover 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.
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Take-Out Series: LinkedIn Basics Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Virtual WorkshopVirtual EventWould you like to learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account? Have you wondered how to stand out on LinkedIn to recruiters and hiring managers? Are you interested in learning how to network? Do you want to learn more about a free opportunity to market your personal brand to over 1 million recruiting and HR professionals?
Attend this abbreviated virtual workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having one! If you are already a LinkedIn user, learn how to optimize your profile. We'll discuss leveling up your job search and professional networking efforts, free resources that LinkedIn offers, and the Dos and Donts of operating professionally on social media.
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LinkedIn Basics (Hybrid)
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., Hastings, United StatesAttend this abbreviated virtual workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having one! If you are already a LinkedIn user, learn how to optimize your profile. We'll discuss leveling up your job search and professional networking efforts, free resources that LinkedIn offers, and the Dos and Don’ts of operating professionally on social media.
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Computer Literacy Lab
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, Greenville, MI, USIntimidated 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.
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Refugee: Goal Setting
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand Rapids, MIGoal Setting This workshop focuses on action-oriented goal setting and offers strategies to help you set and reach your goals, including an in-depth look at the SMART goal setting technique.
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