Michigan Career Summit and Job Fair

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

The Michigan Career Summit is a forward-thinking hiring and workforce development experience designed to connect Michigans leading employers with qualified candidates in a dynamic, interactive environment. Unlike traditional job fairs, the Summit goes beyond resume exchanges and delivers a full-day program that supports both employers and job seekers.

Career Summit Highlights

Employer Information Forums

Hear directly from employers about their workplace culture, career pathways, and growth opportunities. These sessions give job seekers deeper insight into each company, while helping employers build stronger visibility in Michigans competitive hiring market.

Employer Spotlights Immediate Hiring

Employers ready to hire will be featured in the Michigan Job Fair hosting onsite interviews, face to face candidate introductions, and resume reviews. 

A designated recruiting area will showcase opportunities across high-demand sectors such as:

• Sales & Retail
• Restaurants & Hospitality
• Construction & Skilled Trades
• Healthcare & Technology
• Trucking & Transportation
• Office Administration
• Military, Police, Fire & Emergency Services
• Government & Seasonal Work
• Manufacturing

Career Development Workshops. Short, high-energy workshops prepare job seekers with the skills they need to succeed. 

Topics include: 

• Resume writing tailored to current openings
• Interviewing strategies to stand out
• Professional branding essentials
• AI-driven job search strategies workshops are led by workforce experts to give candidates an immediate edge in the hiring process.

Information For Job Seekers

• Career Opportunities Available: Oakland County, Macomb County, Wayne County, Flint, Ann Arbor, Downriver Wayne County, Toledo (OH), and Windsor, Canada.
• Cost: Free admission for all job seekers.
• What to Bring: 50 printed copies of your resume for employers.
• Dress Code: Professional attire is required (no jeans or athletic shoes).
• Why Attend: Get direct access to hiring managers, discover real job opportunities, and learn how to improve your resume on the spot.

Information For Employers

The Michigan Career Summit offers employers more than just candidate introductions it is a chance to: 

• Showcase your company through Employer Information Forums.
• Strengthen your hiring pipeline with immediate interviews and candidate resume reviews.
• Build your employer brand by connecting with job seekers from across Southeast Michigan, Ohio, and Canada.
• Recruit in-demand talent across multiple industries, from skilled trades to technology.

Virtual Career Expo

November 29, 2025 to December 06, 2025

For Job Seekers:

Upload your resume and complete a live recorded video interview for current job openings all from the comfort of your home.

Why Attend?

• Verified Opportunities: Connect directly with employers offering real, active job openings no scams, no outdated listings.
• Comfort and Confidence: Many job seekers report feeling more relaxed and confident interviewing online, leading to stronger conversations with recruiters.
• Faster Results: Success stories show candidates landing interviews and job offers within days or weeks of attending.
• Equal Access: No travel required. Virtual expos eliminate geographic barriers, giving you access to a wider range of employers and opportunities.

Great virtual hiring event for college students, people with current occupations, career changers, veterans, and remote careers.

Virtual job expos are no longer just a backup plan they are a proven way for employers and job seekers to connect effectively. Unlike traditional hiring events, virtual expos remove geographic barriers, giving job seekers access to more opportunities and employers a larger pool of talent.

Virtual Event Tip: Dress professionally for your video interview, test your camera and microphone in advance, and prepare answers to common interview questions. Employers are looking for candidates who are ready to make an impression.

For Employers:

The Virtual Career Expo is a proven way to expand your reach and hire faster. Unlike traditional job fairs, our virtual platform: 

• Gives access to a larger, more diverse candidate pool including remote-ready talent.
• Streamlines your hiring process with live video interviews and pre-screened resumes.
• Enhances your employer brand by showcasing your company to motivated candidates eager to connect.

Companies nationwide are using virtual hiring events not as a backup plan but as a primary strategy to secure top talent quickly and efficiently.

Michigan Work From Home Jobs. Resume Writing and Job Search Class

Work-from-home jobs are one of the most in-demand opportunities in Michigan but finding real remote jobs (and avoiding fake ones) can be overwhelming. Many job seekers spend hours applying online with no response because their resumes do not highlight the right skills, or worse, they apply to scams disguised as remote jobs.

The Michigan Work From Home Jobs Resume Writing and Job Search Class is designed to help you stand out to employers hiring for legitimate work-from-home roles. In this interactive session, you will learn how to write a remote-ready resume, build a smarter job search strategy, and prepare for video interviews so you can land a real remote job faster.

What You Will Learn

Remote Job Resume Hacks. How to highlight communication, tech skills, and self-management to match remote job requirements.

Where to Find Legit Remote Jobs. Discover trusted platforms, companies, and job boards for real work-from-home opportunities.

Spotting Remote Job Scams. Learn how to identify and avoid fake job postings.

Job Search Strategies. Build a daily job search routine that gets results in Michigans competitive market.

Remote Interview Readiness. Best practices for video interviews, online assessments, and presenting yourself as a reliable remote worker.

Class Location

Hired In Michigan Career Institute, Southfield, Michigan.

Must bring a laptop or tablet for in classroom learning experience.