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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity

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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity

@MichiganLEO

Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity connects people, businesses and communities.

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Joined November 2011

Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
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As #YouthEmploymentMonth continues, we want to answer a common question: "Do I need a work permit?" The minimum age for youth employment is 14 years old. In Michigan, most minors must obtain a work permit before starting employment. Visit MI.gov/YouthEmployment to learn more.
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@MichiganLEO
Jun 11
Replying to @MichiganLEO
We were joined by the MI Workforce Development Board, MI Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, & Potential (#MiLEAP), @MIColleges, @schoolcraft, International Union of Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers (@IUBAC) & others valuable partners. #MichiganJobs #SkillsTrades
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@MichiganLEO
Jun 10
MI College Credit for Apprenticeships Program: LEO and key partners kicked off their signing series. State, education and Union Trade leaders announce statewide agreements awarding college credits for Building Trade registered apprenticeship completers. ow.ly/Eo1B50ZafKZ
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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
Jun 8
New changes to Michigan’s unemployment insurance law are coming in mid-July. The laws are part of bipartisan legislation passed in December 2024 and affect unemployed workers and Michigan employers. Learn more in the press release➡️ go.mi.gov/3qwfn2658.
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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
Jun 8
We're hiring! LEO is looking for a Communications Representative to join our team. This is an opportunity to help connect Michiganders with programs, services and resources that expand economic opportunity across the state. Apply by June 15, 2026: lnkd.in/embnNciV.
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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
Jun 8
June is #MIYouthEmployment Month! Starting a first job is an exciting milestone. Michigan's Youth Workers' Rights Initiative helps young workers understand their rights, stay safe and succeed in the workplace. Learn more at Michigan.gov/YouthEmployment.
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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
Jun 5
The Michigan Poverty Task Force released its 2026 Poverty Task Force Report to highlight the scope of poverty’s impact across the state. Read the report: ow.ly/UZOZ50Z8hsz Learn more in the press release: ow.ly/SoCJ50Z8hpI
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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
Jun 3
The Skills in Sync Regional Partnership Pilots Request for Proposal is now live! We have up to $150,000 available to fund up to three regional partnership networks across the state. Apply by July 10. Learn more: ow.ly/TflE50Z7o5x. Read the release: ow.ly/vLjN50Z7o3s.
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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
Jun 2
Raúl Hernández-Guzmán, chair of the LGBTQ+ Commission of MI, joined Gov. Whitmer for a celebration & signing of the Pride Month proclamation at Good Judy’s Market & Juice Bar, an LGBTQ+ owned business in Grand Rapids. More about the LGBTQ+ Commission: ow.ly/FJXc50Z6T9T.
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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
May 31
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth may be ending, but LEO remains committed to creating more supportive workplaces year-round. Hear from Randall Harrison Senior Executive Assistant Deputy Director highlighting the importance of this work: ow.ly/V2wT50Z5Y9f #HealthyWorkHealhtyMind
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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
May 30
Take advantage of resources during #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth and beyond. We've got you covered with: • Workplace mental health reports • Webinar recordings • Speaker request opportunities • Employer tools • Evidence-based strategies Visit Michigan.gov/HealthyWorkHea….
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Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity
@MichiganLEO
May 29
At the #MackinacPolicyConference, LEO Director Susan Corbin joined the Michigan Women’s Commission to discuss how menopause impacts workforce participation, employee retention and quality of life for Michigan women. Learn more: ow.ly/sfHK50Z5ONr #MPC2026
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@MichiganLEO
May 28
This week at the #MackinacPolicyConference, Susan Corbin joined workforce and industry leaders for a timely discussion on how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of work in Michigan. Read the AI Data Trends report unveiled at the event: ow.ly/yFuC50Z5j42.
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