From Obstacles to Opportunities

Tue, 05/13/2014 - 11:55am by monkk

The Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living invites you to an event for International Coaching Week- From Obstacles to Opportunities! Coaching for Improved Employment Outcomes: Using your strengths as building blocks for your best self. The event will be on Wednesday, May 21, from 10 am – 12 pm at the Ann Arbor CIL. Geraldine Markel, Ph.D. will speak about managing your mind for learning and performance and there will be mini-speed coaching sessions by career and abilities coaches from around the community. RSVP and request accommodations at: careerservices@aacil.org or (734) 971-0277 x 27.

WCC Information Technology Career Fair

Fri, 05/02/2014 - 3:08pm by monkk

Washtenaw Community College is holding an Information Technology Career Fair for WCC students, alumni, and community members. The fair will be on May 22 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Morris Lawrence Building. About 30 employers will be there looking for IT professionals to join their team. To register, follow this link. Bring copies of your resume, and dress to impress!

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Pure Michigan Talent Connect Job Seeker Training

Thu, 04/17/2014 - 3:33pm by monkk

On May 9, Pure Michigan Talent Connect will be holding a Job Seeker Training Webinar from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. This webinar is designed to show users how to get the most out of using MiTalent.org. The Job Seeker training webinar will include information on creating an effective user profile, performing effective job searches, setting up email notifications, editing your profile, and an overview of additional resources on MiTalent.org including updates and new features. Register now! If you have questions, please call 517-335-1674.

MiVirtualCareerFair

Fri, 04/11/2014 - 3:30pm by monkk

Are you looking for a challenging, in-demand job in Michigan? Looking for an innovative way to connect to great Michigan companies and business leaders across the state for job or internship opportunities? Business in Michigan is thriving, and MiVirtualCareerFair is the State of Michigan’s hottest new way to find exciting jobs. MiVirtualCareerFair is an online career event where job seekers and employers can interact with each other in a live, 3-D virtual environment. The next MIVirtual Career Fair is on Wednesday, May 21st from 10am to 4pm. Register for MiVirtualCareerFair to connect to top Michigan employers in a variety of industries.

The B. Side - Make Money While Learning New Skills

Fri, 04/04/2014 - 1:54pm by monkk

The B. Side is recruiting low-income youth age 14-21 who are out of school for the opportunity to participate in The B. Side programs. Qualified youth will have access to paid/unpaid work experiences, including internships and job shadowing, occupational skills training, assistance in securing better paying jobs, career development, and education all while getting paid.

B. Side Basics is a program that provides practice and study in the basic principles of entrepreneurship and business plan development. Participants are introduced to the concepts of entrepreneurship, receive training on writing and conceptualizing a business plan, learn product/concept development, and develop critical thinking and analytical skills. Youth who complete this program receive certification in introduction to business and entrepreneurial concepts.

Digital Inclusion (DI) is a social enterprise that trains community youth in basic computer knowledge, information technology, and digital literacy. The program also promotes technical and business skills development by training youth to refurbish computers and by giving them real-world entrepreneurial exposure through the Digital Inclusion virtual and physical storefront. Youth can receive course completion certification as well as CompTIA Strata IT Fundamentals Certification.

If you know any youth that you believe would benefit from this program please have them contact The B. Side at (734) 487-6570 or at info@bsideofyouth.com to obtain further information on the program and the steps needed to enroll.

55+ and Looking for Work?

Tue, 03/25/2014 - 11:52am by monkk

The Washtenaw County Michigan Works! Agency will host an onsite event with AARP on Wednesday, March 26th from 9:30 am - 12 noon at the Washtenaw County Michigan Works! Service Center. Representatives from AARP will be onsite at the Michigan Works! Service Center to talk with older workers (55+) about the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). This program provides both community service and work-based training. Working an average of 20 hours a week, participants are paid the highest of federal, state or local minimum wage and are compensated by SCSEP directly. Participants are placed in a wide variety of community service activities at non-profit and public facilities like day cares, senior centers, schools and hospitals. This on-the-job training experience can then be used as a bridge to find employment opportunities outside of the program. To be eligible you must be age 55 or older, unemployed and financially qualified.

UMjobs.org

Thursday May 8, 2014: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Malletts Creek Branch: Training Center

A2 Tech Connect

Fri, 03/07/2014 - 4:43pm by monkk

Join Ann Arbor SPARK and local area IT companies for the A2 Tech Connect Job Fair on March 27 from 4 to 6 pm at the Kensington Court Hotel. You'll be able to network with local growing technology focused companies. From innovative start-ups to global corporations, these businesses are looking to connect with great information technology talent. This event will connect you to open IT jobs from internships to senior positions. Be sure to bring copies of your resume, and dress for success!

Virtual Career Fair for People with Disabilities

Wed, 09/11/2013 - 11:04am by monkk

Are you a person with a disability looking for a career opportunity or internship? This Virtual Career Fair is free for students and alumni from 2- and 4-year colleges and universities across the United States to attend. Students and alumni with disabilities are invited to interact with employers via chat sessions. Register for the fair, then once you have completed the registration form you will be approved and sent a follow-up email with your user name and password. You may only participate in this Virtual Career Fair if you have an uploaded resume. Instructions on how to upload your resume and attend the fair are included in the student tutorial.

Check out the Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.

MiVirtualCareerFair

Mon, 08/26/2013 - 12:43pm by monkk

Are you looking for a challenging, in-demand job in Michigan? Looking for an innovative way to connect to great Michigan companies and business leaders across the state for job opportunities? Business in Michigan is thriving, and MiVirtualCareerFair is the State of Michigan’s hottest new way to find exciting jobs. MiVirtualCareerFair is an online career event where job seekers and employers can interact with each other in a live, 3-D virtual environment. The next MIVirtual Career Fair is on August 28 from 10am to 4pm. Register for MiVirtualCareerFair to connect to top Michigan employers in a variety of industries.