Free Workshops & Events
“The seminar itself was so much more helpful than I could ever have imagined! …I feel so much more confident and equipped for any possible interviews”
– Helen D.
Open Interviews (Employer of the Day)
- Events
- Open Interviews (Employer of the Day)
Employer of the Day | Michigan Medicine
Washtenaw Service Center 1201 E Ellsworth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, United StatesVisit our Washtenaw office on Aug. 29th to meet Michigan Medicine! From cleaning to exterior maintenance to supplies we provide everything your facility needs, delivering a total solution, so you can focus on your core business. OPEN POSITIONS: Food Service Kitchen Cleaners Cooks Custodians
Employer of the Day | LaJoy Group
Jackson Service Center 209 E. Washington Ave. Ste. 100, Jackson, MI, United StatesVisit our Jackson office to meet LaJoy Group on Sept 9th. LaJoy Group is currently seeking Home Health Caregivers to fill numerous shifts. Duties include personal care, housekeeping, respite care and documentation. OPEN POSITIONS: Job Title: Personal Home Care Aide Pay: $14.70 per hour Job Code # 238085012
Employer of the Day | Kelly Services
Livingston Service Center 1200 Byron Rd., Howell, MI, United StatesVisit our Livingston office on September 11th to meet Kelly Services. Kelly Services is seeking Full Time Assembler/Machine Operator positions in the Livingston area. Come speak with us about our opportunities! OPEN POSITIONS: Assembler/Machine Operator Up to $18 HR Job Code #78618635 Sign-on/Retention Bonuses: Up to $1,000* Perfect attendance bonus* […]
Our Virtual Workshops
- Job Search Strategies
- Tips for Virtual Career Fairs
- How Dollars Make Sense
- Job Apps, Cover Letters, and References
- Interview to Impress
- Resume Strategies
- LinkedIn for Job Search
Job searching in today’s economy can be both difficult and frustrating. Learn strategies and resources for an effective job search plan.
Workshop Topics:
- Important steps to plan and execute your job search
- How to use the Internet as an effective job search tool
- Learn many helpful and useful Internet resources, web sites, and job boards
- Gain a better understanding of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and the importance of keywords
- Social Media’s value in job searching
Virtual job fairs and virtual career fairs are becoming an increasingly popular way for companies to recruit new candidates.
Workshop Topics:
- What is a Virtual Job Fair
- What to expect
- Preparation Tips
- Video interview tips
Join our workshop to learn practical tips and suggestions for budgeting and basic money management.
Topics covered:
- Create a budget
- Evaluate wants vs. needs
- Create a spending plan
- Create a savings plan
- Establish money goals
- Debt and credit scores
Having a correctly-prepared job application, cover letter, and job reference list can positively influence your candidacy for employment.
In this workshop you will learn best practices of:
- Preparing on-line applications
- Authoring a simple but effective cover letter/ cover note that will help you stand out from your competition.
- Formatting and style options for cover letters and cover notes.
- How to handle requests for salary information.
- Choosing job references and preparing a reference list.
- Reference checking and background screening.
Feeling stressed about interviewing? Attend this workshop to learn valuable tips to become a prepared and confident candidate.
Workshop Topics:
- What employers are really looking for in candidates.
- How to prepare for an interview including tips on phone interviews, video interviews, and the on-site interview.
- How to make a great impression!
- Post interview tips – help the employer remember you.
Excellent tips and strategies that can help get your resume into the hands of hiring managers.
Workshop topics include:
- Purpose of a resume – what a resume IS and IS NOT
- Resume evaluation – understanding Applicant Tracking Systems
- How to determine KEYWORDS
- Resume versions and formats
- Resume development tips – top to bottom
LinkedIn is a social media platform that can be useful for both networking and job search. Learn ways the LinkedIn platform can assist you.
Topics:
- Why use LinkedIn in your job search?
- Setting up or updating your profile
- LinkedIn features – settings, search, network tab, jobs board, and Groups
- Endorsements and recommendations
- Elements of a good LinkedIn profile