Virtual Services

Let us help you find a job that matches your skills and interests!

You can now call our offices to make in-person or virtual appointments.  See our Contact page for location and phone numbers.
Or explore the resources below to improve your job search and employment skills.

Ready to reenter the workforce but not sure how to get started?

Contact West Michigan Works! and one of our staff will help you map out your next steps – whether it’s helping you create or update your resume, connecting you to training, workshops, and assessments, or referring you to specialized services.

Searching for work and can’t find anything that matches your employment goals?

Contact a WMW! talent development specialist to discuss your qualifications and skills. We may be able to make a direct connection to employers who are working with our business solutions team.

Are your interview skills a little rusty?

Let us help! Our staff can help you present your best self in an interview. Register for an interview workshop. You can find all of our workshops here>

Prefer to explore on your own?

See below for links to virtual workshops, hiring events, resources and more!

Live Virtual WorkReady Workshops: Our talent development staff are now offering virtual WorkReady workshops via Microsoft Teams! These workshops teach skills such as communication, time management and more. These are skills that West Michigan employers have identified as making job seekers more employable and likely to be hired. Check out our calendar of events to find and register for upcoming virtual workshops.

Virtual Hiring Events: We offer a variety of virtual events to connect you with employers who are hiring now! See upcoming events and register.

Even though we aren’t hosting group activities, you can still access our workshops online. Check out these pre-recorded videos to get tips on how to find a job, write a resume and ace the interview.

Career Exploration

Job Search Techniques

Resume Makeover

Introduction to Interviewing

Access resources to help you explore careers and search for jobs.

  • Sign up to receive the The Weekly Hot Jobs list. Hundreds of current job openings in West Michigan, delivered to your inbox every Friday.
  • Pure Michigan Talent Connect: search jobs, post a resume, access many more job seeker tools.
  • My Next Move will help you discover what you want to do for a living.
  • O*Net Online allows you to explore different careers to see what is a good fit for you.
  • The Hot Jobs List provides information on the 100 most in-demand careers in West Michigan.

Resources to help you create a resume, write a cover letter, ace the interview and more…

Managing Finances & Financial Literacy

West Michigan Post
The West Michigan Works! blog has a wealth of tips, resources and information for job seekers. Search by topics such as job search, employment opportunities, job training and more.

Mental Health & Well Being

If you or someone you know is feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, sadness or depression, or feel like harming yourself or others, you are not alone. Connect with one of the following resources to get help: 

While we are NOT the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA), you do need to visit a Michigan Works service center to register for work in order to complete your unemployment insurance claim. The information below can help guide you through the process and hopefully answer some of your questions!

We're Here for You!

If you are unsure of next steps, we are still available to answer your questions! Please submit your questions using the form below, and one of our career coaches will respond as soon as they are able.

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