Join the LEO team!
Come join our team! The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is actively hiring for several positions — these are jobs that support Michiganders!
Current opportunities include a Communications Specialist, Employment Services Interviewer, Privacy and Information Security Officer, Unemployment Insurance Examiner, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and more!
If you’re passionate about supporting our state’s residents and businesses, explore State of Michigan job openings today!
Going back to school isn’t just for kids
Did you know those with a high school diploma or equivalent earn about 25% more than those without one?
Don’t leave money on the table! This Back to School Month, explore free and low-cost programs to help you improve your reading, writing and math skills, and prepare you to earn a high school diploma or its equivalent.
No matter where you are in life, you can always go back to school and further your education! Get started at Michigan.gov/LearnMoreEarnMore.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance may be available to those impacted by April storms
Did you lose work because of severe storms in April? You may qualify for federal unemployment assistance.
This program supports Michiganders in 27 counties and includes those who were self-employed.
Individuals could receive up to 38 weeks of benefits if they lost their job or were temporarily unemployed due to April 10-21 severe weather incidents, with all benefits ending Jan. 2, 2027. Eligibility will be determined on a week-to-week basis. Applications must be filed by Aug. 29.
Learn more and see if you qualify here.
MSHDA is making home happen
For many first-time homebuyers, saving for a down payment can feel like the biggest step in the process.
The Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s (MSHDA) MI 10K DPA program can help eligible Michigan homebuyers with down payment assistance and make homeownership feel more achievable.
Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran of the housing market, MSHDA has a mortgage product to meet your needs.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/3wEt72y.
Michigan is making it easier for skilled trades workers to earn college credit!
The Michigan College Credit for Apprenticeships Program strengthens pathways for trades workers at any stage in their career to learn new technologies, start their own business, move into project management, pursue union leadership and more.
In many cases, apprenticeship completers will only need to take a semester of community college courses to finish an associate’s degree.
Learn more at Michigan.gov/College
CreditApprenticeships.
Prepare for school by finishing your summer reading list
Start your back-to-school prep by finishing the last few stories on your summer reading list!
If you have arthritis, tremors or a physical disability that prevents you from holding a physical book, you can still enjoy your favorite stories – or read to your kids – thanks to the Michigan Braille & Talking Book Library.
Whether it’s in audio or braille, the Michigan Braille & Talking Book Library can help you access more than 150,000 stories for free! Get started at Michigan.gov/BTBL.
Fellowship available to support future educators
Applications for 2026-2027 The MI Future Educator Fellowship are now open!
The MI Future Educator Fellowship offers $10,000 scholarship to up to 2,500 future educators every year who are admitted and enrolled in an Educator Preparation Program approved by the Michigan Department of Education.
Complete the 2026-27 MI Future Educator Fellowship application by June 15, 2027.
Learn more at go.mi.gov/3sf1g2517.
Virtual & In-person job fairs: approved Work Search activity
Did you know participating in a virtual job fair can serve as an approved work search activity for unemployment benefits claimants?
A schedule of upcoming job fairs is available on the Pure Michigan Talent Connect Career Events Calendar. Among the upcoming events:
Morbark Hiring Event (in-person event)
Aug. 19, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Morbark LLC, Training Room – 8507 S Winn Rd., Winn, MI 48896
Michigan Department of Corrections Hiring Event (in-person event)
Aug. 19, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! Mt. Pleasant Service Center – 5889 E Broadway Rd, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Administrative Career Fair (in-person event)
Aug. 20, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Flint Service Center – 711 N Saginaw St, Flint, MI 48503
West Michigan Works! Kent County Multi-Industry Hiring Event (in-person event)
Aug. 25, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
West Michigan Works! Grand Rapids NW Service Center – 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
MAC Outdoor Job Fair (in-person event)
Aug. 26, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Mexican American Council (MAC) – 1537 S Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI 48601
Be sure to check MiTalent.org often for the latest job and career events.
Go back to school with Michigan ReconnectIf you’re thinking about starting or returning to college to prepare for a secure and rewarding career, now’s the time. This is your chance to take the next step in life you have long considered! Michigan Reconnect pays the remaining balance of in-district tuition and mandatory fees after other state and federal financial aid have been applied. Students who attend out of-district community colleges will receive a large tuition discount. Learn more at Michigan.gov/Reconnect. |
