Michigan Works! West Central Offers Career Exploration Through Virtual Reality

May 6, 2024

Visit Any Of Our Service Centers To Tryout Different Careers In VR

To stay up to date with the latest technologies, Michigan Works! West Central has invested in several virtual reality (VR) headsets. Through these headsets, participants can test out a wide variety of career opportunities without leaving the room!


Our team of Talent Specialists can help you identify and log on to the different virtual career simulations available in our VR headsets. Simulations available in VR include firefighter, construction worker, auto mechanic, hospitality worker and more! New career opportunities are being added all the time!


If you’d like to test out some in-demand career paths in virtual reality, schedule an appointment with one of our Talent Specialist today! To find the service center nearest you, visit MWWC.org/contact. 

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