In Michigan, filing for unemployment benefits is a two-step process. First, you need to file a claim with the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA). Then you must register for work with a Michigan Works! agency. To help clear up confusion, here are answers to the most common questions about the register ...
Are you using the right words on your resume? Writing a resume can be challenging. It’s hard to sum up years of accomplishments with a few words. Are the words you choose the best words to describe your skills and expertise? Choosing the right words to describe your work experience ...
Resumes are the first look employers have at a job candidate. The information on your resume, and how it looks- resume formatting, is very important in making a great first impression. Focus on keeping your resume content easy to read and uncluttered. Work on using strong action verbs for descriptions, ...
Asking for help is hard when you’re used to taking care of yourself. Imagine showing up to your job and learning that your employer had closed overnight. You are left with no income, which means facing foreclosure on your home. Where do you turn to ensure you can care for ...
The hottest job openings in your inbox every week! Are you unemployed? Looking for a new career? Stuck in a dead-end job? Check out the Weekly Hot Jobs! The weekly newsletter is your guide to current job openings in West Michigan. What are Weekly Hot Jobs? Hot Jobs are job ...
Working with a career coach is about self-learning West Michigan Works! (WMW!) offers a variety of employment and training services designed to empower job seekers with the tools, resources and confidence needed to find a job. Working with a WMW! career coach is one of the best ways to prepare ...
Have you ever had an extended leave from the workforce—maybe to raise children, care for a loved one or even care for yourself? A gap in your resume can make it challenging to get your foot in the door with a new employer. It can be even more challenging when ...
The enormous white and glass building is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood with tree-lined streets and quaint houses. The front office space is fresh and bright, just like the manufacturing facility. Dicastal North America opened five years ago in Greenville. As the #1 wheel manufacturer in the United States, ...
Firstronic, an electronic manufacturer based in Grand Rapids, assembles printed circuit boards for the medical, industrial, automotive and LED industries. The company has seen steady growth over the past seven years, increasing revenue from $7 million to $70 million and growing from less than 50 employees to nearly 200. To ...
A new program will provide job seekers in the Montcalm and Ionia county areas with the necessary education and technical training for a career as a corrections officer. Adults who may not have a high school diploma or equivalent are welcome to enroll. The program is a partnership between West ...