Resources

Web Links

Link to on-line unemployment registration, forms, and contact numbers.

O*NET OnLine has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more!

MI Veterans Desk Aid

The MI Veterans Desk Aid was designed as a self-help tool to assist veterans with their employment needs in Michigan. The Bureau of Workforce Transformation has Veteran Employment Representatives located at each Michigan Works! Service Center. For personal assistance with employment, training or benefits, ask to speak directly to your representative.

Michigan Rehabilitation Services

A state agency that partners with individuals and employers to achieve quality employment outcomes and independence for persons with disabilities. MRS is a great resource for people that need Vocational Rehabilitation counseling.

Michigan Career Education Consumer Report
Career Education Consumer Report is where Michigan residents turn to learn about training and education opportunities.

Michigan Works!
The Michigan Works! system is a customer-driven workforce development system that serves employers and job seekers to ensure that employers have the skilled workers they need and workers have good jobs that provide economic self-sufficiency. Among the featured sites is the Michigan Talent Bank, where you can use the system to match your skills with jobs in Michigan.

Michigan Department of Civil Services

The Michigan Department of Civil Service’s mission is to attract and retain an effective state workforce. Our site is designed to meet the differing needs of our customers - from job-seekers to state employees and agency human resource personnel.

Michigan Economic Development Corporation
The mandate of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation includes:

Attracting new business to Michigan;
Keeping businesses in Michigan and helping them grow;
Providing information on Michigan and its industries;
Employee recruitment and training;
Permit assistance;
Coordination of site development, resources and services.

U.S. Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration

Directing business, adults, youth, dislocated workers, and workforce professionals to training and employment services.

Resources

Click on the links below for insightful Job Seeking Articles and Videos

Commit to Complete.pdf

15 Job-Interview mistakes.pdf

How to find a job during a recession.pdf

Rules Of Thumb for Job Hunters.pdf

***Using LinkedIn for Job Searching:

What is LinkedIn?

Why Join LinkedIn?

LinkedIn Job Seeker Features: Introduction

Community Resources

Click on your county below for a directory filled with community resources for housing, childcare, doctors, dentists, food pantries, and other helpful agencies/communities available to provide assistance.

Gratiot

Ionia

Isabella

Montcalm

Tools

Virtual Career Network: Healthcare

Online tool for career exploration and training for healthcare occupations.

MySkillsMyFuture

Helps laid-off workers and other career changers find new occupations to explore. Users can identify occupations that require skills and knowledge similar to their current or previous job, learn more about these suggested matches, locate training programs, and/or apply for jobs.

My Next Move

What do you want to do for a living? Explore that question here even if you don't have the answer!

Michigan Occupational Information System (MOIS)

Michigan's career information website includes career assessments, career information, and education and job training information.

myDreamExplorer

This is the place to start for high school students. This site is designed for students to plan for a lifetime of career self-management. There are career support materials for parents, teachers and counselors.

Career One Stop

Top-rated sites listed in one place that includes information on job openings, careers, and career advancement.