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Career Center

Weekly Workshops
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Workshops

To register for workshops, please call (248) 796-4580 for more information.

Life Transitions
Mondays, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Are you in the process of changing careers and not sure how to do so or where to start? This workshop is for you. You will explore how to transfer your interests, values, personality, aptitude and abilities to various occupations.

Resume Writing
Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Want to learn how to prepare a better resume? Whether you have an existing one or haven’t written one in years, this resume writing workshop will be beneficial to you! Learn what employers are looking for in a resume and how to identify your skills and distribute your resume as a marketing tool.

Resume Writing Lab (prerequisite Resume Writing Workshop)
Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Put what you just learned down on paper. Whether you are modifying your resume or you need to write a new one, we will help to get you started.

Interviewing Workshop

Wednesdays, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Learn how to write powerful, skill-based job search letters and applications and discover how to create a great first impression through customized cover letters. You will also learn how to wrap-up business through personalized thank you and follow-up letters.

Job Search: A Plan For Success!
Thursdays, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Learn how to tap into that “hidden job market” by using the Internet, resource materials and employers. Discuss social media tools such as LinkedIn and learn how to build an online presence to connect to the new world of job search. 

 

Did You Know?

  • We offer weekly workshops including Resume Writing, Interviewing & Job Search Techniques.

  • We provide space for employers to conduct interviews and onsite recruitment events.

  • We offer computers with internet access to use for creating resumes, job search letters, computer software tutorials, job search and career exploration.

  • We have staff available to assist you with job postings, labor market information and recruiting of potential candidates.

  • That all of this plus more are available to our Job Seekers & Employers at no cost.