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Economic Development Job Training Grants |
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This program provides training funds for businesses that promote new job opportunities, advanced training for existing employees, and skilled training for new workers.
Program Description
Michigan is an active participant in maintaining a highly-trained, skilled labor force. In recent years, Michigan has developed trendsetting programs to deliver job training assistance to employers. In support of this goal, the legislature has appropriated funds to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) for the administration of the Economic Development Job Training (EDJT) program.
The EDJT program seeks to ensure that Michigan has the training resources to retain and attract smart businesses and people. EDJT awards are discretionary and require that businesses and training providers work closely with an MEDC account manager and workforce development specialist to develop an effective training plan. Projects considered for an EDJT award must meet the requirements of one of the following program components:
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Employment Builders Alliance |
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The goal of the Employment Builders Alliance (EBA) is to increase the competitiveness of Thumb Area businesses by providing state of the art training through a consortium approach.
By becoming a member of the EBA, you are supporting the future of Thumb Area development...a future that includes increased competitiveness in a global environment, high-level quality standards for products and services, and employees who are prepared to meet the challenges of a constantly changing workplace! |
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A free Internet-based database that contains more than 600,000 resumes. Employers can search existing resumes and post job openings. Assistance is available to employers in using the system upon request. Please visit for www.michworks.org more information. |
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Lapeer County Industrial Profile | | Employment
| Establishment | Total, all industries
| 16,354 | 1,632 | Agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting
| 267 | 34 | | Mining | 79 | 8 | | Utilities | n/a | 2 | | Construction | 689 | 306 | | Manufacturing | 4,833 | 144 | Wholesale trade
| 327 | 57 | Retail trade
| 2,931 | 223 | Transportation & warehousing
| 170 | 42 | | Information | 157 | 14 | | Finance & insurance | 636 | 77 | Real estate & rental & leasing
| 160 | 49 | Professional & technical services
| 497 | 121 | Management of companies
| 19 | 3 | Administrative & waste services
| 1,683 | 108 | Educational services
| 123 | 11 | | Health care & social assistance | 1,244 | 166 | Arts, entertainment & recreation
| 214 | 32 | Accommodation & food services
| 1,647 | 109 | Other services
| 607 | 128 |
Click here for the Regional Workforce Information. |
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