Northwest Michigan Works! to Connect Job Seekers with Local Employers at Fall Hiring Event
Northwest Michigan Works! will host its Fall into a New Job! Hiring Event on Thursday, October 1, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Emmet County Event Center in Petoskey.
2026-09-14
Community Partnership Provides Reliable Transportation for Adult Education Graduate
A successful community partnership is helping a recent adult education graduate overcome a common barrier to employment: reliable transportation.
2026-08-24
Volumes Salon partners with Northwest Michigan Works! for first Cosmetologist Apprenticeship Program
Northwest Michigan Works!, a program of Networks Northwest, in partnership with Petoskey-based Volumes Salon, has launched the region’s first U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship program for cosmetologists. The new apprenticeship marks a major milestone for professional trades training and workforce development in Northwest Lower Michigan.
2026-08-14
Networks Northwest Professionals Recognized at Youth Solutions' Statewide Summer Summit
Networks Northwest is proud to celebrate several members of its Jobs for Michigan's Graduates (JMG) team who were recognized during Youth Solutions' Annual Summer Summit, a statewide professional development conference that brings together JMG specialists, managers, employer partners, and youth from across Michigan.
2026-08-14
Northwest Michigan Employers Secure Over $500,000 in Going PRO Talent Fund Cycle Two Awards to Uplift Regional Workforce
Thirteen employers across Northwest Michigan have been awarded a total of $502,674.50 in Cycle Two of the Going PRO Talent Fund (GPTF). These state training awards fuel critical skill development and upskilling for 327 regional workers, including 264 current employees and 63 newly hired team members. Highlighting a strong focus on long-term career pathways and talent development, 45 of these trainees are registered apprentices.
2026-08-07
Tax-Exempt Entities Remain Eligible for IRS Credits for Solar and Wind through 2027; Geothermal and Energy Storage through 2034-35
Under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), tax-exempt entities, such as municipalities, tribal governments, non-profits, public utilities, and public schools, can receive clean-energy-related tax credits through a mechanism called elective pay.
2026-07-23
Manistee Early Childhood Center partners with Northwest Michigan Works! for first Early Childhood Educator Youth Apprenticeship Program
Northwest Michigan Works!, in partnership with Manistee Early Childhood Center, has officially launched the region’s first-ever U.S. Department of Labor Registered Early Childhood Educator Youth Apprenticeship. The new apprenticeship marks a major milestone for professional trades training and workforce development in Northwest Lower Michigan.
2026-06-16
Northwest Education Services Adult Education Program Will Honor 49 Student Achievements at Graduation Ceremony
Northwest Education Services Adult Education program will celebrate the accomplishments of 49 adult learners during a graduation ceremony on Wednesday, June 10, at 7:00 p.m. in Milliken Auditorium in Traverse City.
2026-06-04
Northern Michigan Employers: Discover Proven Strategies to Strengthen Workforce Retention at the June 25 Business Resource Network Information Session
Northern Michigan employers seeking effective strategies to improve employee retention, increase productivity, and strengthen workforce engagement are invited to attend a Business Resource Network (BRN) Information Session on June 25 in Petoskey.
2026-06-03
A Voice for Michigan’s Youth: Riley Brown Earns Top JMG Alumni Honor
Out of more than 33,000 alumni across the state, Riley Brown, a participant in Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG), a program of Networks Northwest, has been named the 2026 JMG Alumni of the Year by Youth Solutions—an honor reserved for a student whose journey reflects resilience, leadership, and the transformative power of opportunity. Riley will be formally recognized at the Career Development Conference (CDC) on Thursday, April 30th in Saginaw.
2026-04-29
Northwest Michigan Works! Hosts Registered Apprenticeship Lunch & Learn Race to Talent Celebration
In honor of National Apprenticeship Week, Northwest Michigan Works is hosting a free Registered Apprenticeship Lunch and Learn Workshop & Race to Talent Celebration Thursday, April 23 from 11:30am to 1:30pm.
2026-04-07
Christy Nelson Honored with MACAE Lifetime Achievement Award for Leadership in Adult Education
Northwest Michigan Works!, a program of Networks Northwest, proudly announces that Regional Director of Adult Education, Christy Nelson, has been awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award from the Michigan Adult, Community & Alternative Education Association (MACAE), recognizing more than 25 years of exceptional service and leadership in adult education.
2026-04-07
Northwest Michigan Works! partners with Walstrom Marine to Register first Marine Services Technician Apprenticeship in the Region
Northwest Michigan Works!, in partnership with Walstrom Marine, has officially launched the region’s first-ever U.S. Department of Labor Registered Marine Services Technician Apprenticeship. The new apprenticeship marks a major milestone for professional trades training and workforce development in Northwest Lower Michigan.
2026-04-03
Northwest Michigan Works! Releases Updated Hot Jobs Report Highlighting In-Demand Careers
Northwest Michigan Works! has released an updated Hot Jobs Report, a regional workforce resource that highlights occupations with strong demand across Northwest Lower Michigan. The report identifies careers with high numbers of annual openings and provides information on wages and education and training pathways, helping jobseekers, educators, and employers better understand opportunities in the regional labor market.
2026-03-17
Community Job Fair Coming to Kalkaska’s Railroad Square – Connecting Local Talent with Local Opportunity
A community job fair will take place Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Railroad Square Pavilion, located at 107 S. Elm Street in Kalkaska, bringing together job seekers, local employers, and community organizations. Hosted by Northwest Michigan Works!, the free event is open to anyone interested in learning more about job opportunities in the area and aims to connect local talent with employment opportunities across the region while strengthening the local workforce.
2026-03-12
Northwest Michigan Works! partners with Manistee County Sheriff’s Office to Register first Police Clerk Apprenticeship in the Region
Northwest Michigan Works!, in partnership with the Manistee County Sheriff’s Office, has officially launched the region’s first U.S. Department of Labor–registered Police Clerk Apprenticeship, marking a major milestone for workforce development and professional training in Northwest Lower Michigan.
2026-01-29
Northwest Michigan Employers Secure Over $1 Million in Going PRO Talent Fund Awards to Strengthen Regional Workforce
Eighteen employers across Northwest Michigan have been awarded $1,016,803.50 in Cycle One of the 2026 Going PRO Talent Fund (GPTF), fueling workforce training for 460 employees, including 148 registered apprentices. The awards highlight the region’s continued commitment to growing, retaining, and upskilling talent in high-demand industries.
2026-01-22
Northwest Michigan Works! and Networks Northwest Designated as a Recovery Friendly Workplace
Networks Northwest and Northwest Michigan Works! (a program of Networks Northwest) are proud to announce that the organization has officially been designated as a Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW), reaffirming its long-standing commitment to supporting employees, customers, and community members in recovery from substance use and related challenges.
2026-01-20
Northwest Michigan Works! partners with Manthei to Register first Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship in the Region
Northwest Michigan Works!, in partnership with Manthei Construction, has officially launched the region’s first-ever U.S. Department of Labor Registered Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship. The new apprenticeship marks a major milestone for skilled trades training and workforce development in Northwest Lower Michigan.
2025-12-11
Planning for a Greener Tomorrow: Counties Request Resident Insights
Networks Northwest, in partnership with counties across Northwest Lower Michigan, is developing comprehensive Materials Management Plans (MMPs) and is seeking resident input to help shape future policies and programs.
2025-12-04
Early Education Wage Initiative Aims to Strengthen Region’s Early Childhood Workforce
Hundreds of early educators in Northwest Michigan will soon get a bump in wages thanks to the Early Education Wage Initiative, which was launched Thursday, November 20th by the Northwest Regional Child Care Coalition, convened by Networks Northwest.
2025-11-21