FYI for those who have patrons who are job hunting! Deb D. R. Biggs, MA AMLS MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Department of Education 517-373-4466 [cid:image004.png@01D1A9DD.DC94A250]<http://facebook.com/mel.org> [cid:image005.png@01D1A9DD.DC94A250] <http://mel.org/> [cid:image006.png@01D1A9DD.DC94A250] <http://twitter.com/meldotorg> From: Pure Michigan Talent Connect [mailto:DoNotReply@info.MichiganBusiness.org] Sent: Monday, May 09, 2016 10:16 AM To: Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) <BiggsD@michigan.gov> Subject: SPECIAL EDITION: Job Seekers Invited to Register for Wednesday's MiVirtualCareerFair - Job Connect Newsletter - May 9, 2016 Having trouble viewing this email? 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MiVirtualCareerFair<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNTA5LjU4NzU4MTYxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDUwOS41ODc1ODE2MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MzAyNjQ0JmVtYWlsaWQ9YmlnZ3N0aG9tYXNkQG1pY2hpZ2FuLmdvdiZ1c2VyaWQ9YmlnZ3N0aG9tYXNkQG1pY2hpZ2FuLmdvdiZmbD0mZXh0cmE9TXVsdGl2YXJpYXRlSWQ9JiYm&&&106&&&http://www.michiganvirtualcareerfair.com/> is the State of Michigan's interactive, live, 3D virtual event platform that allows jobseekers from across the world to connect with growing Michigan employers from anywhere with internet access and it's free to job seekers! 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During MiVirtualCareerFairs, event participants can: * Communicate in group chats and private chat messages with employers. * Upload, view, and search for job postings and apply directly from the site. * Interact with other participants in the Networking Lounge. * Explore career development resources in the Resource Lounge. * Talk with Pure Michigan Talent Connect Staff about your job search and learn more about utilizing MiTalent.org for your job search. * Interested in finding opportunities in the non-profit sector? 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Even though it is an online event, you should still use complete sentences and proper grammar for chat conversations with potential employers. Be Patient. Technology is a great tool but it is not a perfect system. Errors and other technical difficulties may arise and cause event attendees to experience delays. In addition, organization representatives may be managing several conversations at once so it could be a few minutes before they can address your question or comment. Interviews are not guaranteed and you may have to go to an employer's external website to apply for positions. Past participant experiences: "I live in the Western Upper Peninsula, and was hoping there would have been more telecommuting positions available. However, I did learn a lot about the current job market, where to focus my training and what was available in Lower Michigan if I ever do decide to relocate. Thankfully, I found a solid career locally, and I am sure the Virtual Career Fair did contribute to my success in securing the new position." "I appreciate your efforts to expose those of us that are unemployed with opportunities to see what is readily available for employment." "The virtual fair was excellent, had an opportunity to interact with a lot of recruiters on line and learned a lot." 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