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 monthly virtual 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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WorkREADY: Communication
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, Muskegon, MI, USWorkREADY 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. …
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Resume Writing Lab
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand Rapids, MIBring your sloppy copy, your rough draft, your outdated resume! We are here to help. Whether you need to sharpen the format or the content, the lab-style setting offers the …
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WorkREADY: Self-Management
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MIThis 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 …
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Self-Esteem Workshop (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganVirtual EventThe 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.
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How AI Can Help You Get The Job.
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, Holland, MI, USIn 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 adult learners to AI's powerful role in job searching and career development. Participants will explore how AI tools—like résumé builders, job matching platforms, and interview simulators—can help highlight their skills and improve their chances of landing the right job. We’ll also take a realistic look at the challenges AI brings, including issues around fairness, privacy, and the need for human connection in hiring.
By the end of the session, learners will leave with practical tips, tools, and a better understanding of how to use AI confidently and responsibly in their career journey.
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