MiCareer Quest

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MiCareerQuest is annual event held in the Spring and it offers 8,000+ area middle school and high school students the opportunity to connect with employers in four growing industries in West Michigan: Agribusiness, Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Health Care and Information Technology. The event allows employers to showcase their industry and career opportunities and paths to a diverse population of students in Middle and High School from across multiple counties in West Michigan. Companies participate to help build a long-term pipeline of diverse talent for future career openings.

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Large Employer (over 1,000 employees), Mid-size Employer (250-1,000 employees), Small Employer (fewer than 250 employees)

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