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Career Resources & Training Opportunities
Whether you're searching for a job, exploring a new career path, recovering from a layoff, or looking to build new skills, Michigan Works! West Central can help connect you with the resources you need to succeed.
FIND A JOB
Search for employment opportunities, connect with local employers, and receive support throughout your job search.
Career Counseling & Job Search Assistance
Explore career options, build a resume, prepare for interviews, and connect with employment opportunities. Stop in one of our six service centers to connect with a Talent Specialist TODAY! You may qualify for training through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, so we encourage you to
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Young Adult Services
Career readiness, work experience, education support, and workforce development opportunities for young adults.
Dislocated Worker Services
Lost your job through no fault of your own? Learn about training opportunities and resources that can help you transition into a new career.
PURE MICHIGAN TALENT
Stop in one of our service centers for free computer access for job searching, resume posting, and career research. Looking for real, reliable and local job postings? Check out Pure Michigan Talent Connect to see current job openings across the state of the Michigan.
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Pure Michigan Talent Connect
Pure Michigan Talent Connect allows users to search through thousands of jobs, stay connected through email updates, and review other programs and tools.
Hot Jobs West Michigan
Want to see some of the latest, most promising jobs in West Michigan, including Lake, Mason, Mecosta, Newaygo, Osceola, and Oceana counties? Make sure to view our Top 40 Careers brochure. The jobs on this list have demonstrated exceptional long-term growth, have shown favorable projected job openings, and highlight median wages through 2032.
Register For Work
After you file your claim with the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA), you must register for work.
As part of this step you will complete a job-seeker profile and upload a resume on Pure Michigan Talent Connect (MiTalent.org). If you have already registered, be sure to login at least once every 30 days to keep your account active. If you haven't registered yet, here's how:
- Step 1: Create a Pure Michigan Talent Connect account and profile at mitalent.org. Select "Create an Account," choose "Job Seeker" and click Sign Up. Once you complete your profile and sign Privacy and Terms of Use Statement, be sure to enter your contact information, account password and security questions, as well as enter your employment information (refer to your resume).
- Step 2: Visit your nearest Michigan Works! West Central service center.
- Step 3: Once your profile is complete, service center staff will verify you have registered for work. You will receive an email with that verification.
Career Connect Newsletter
This bi-weekly newsletter can be a valuable resource to aid in your job search, as it includes a list of in-demand jobs, employer features, and up-to-date news.
