Training Opportunities

​Oakland NEXT: Intern

Accelerate you learning and develop practical skills in your field of study. Internships allow young adults to network with industry professionals, while building their resume. Oakland County Michigan Works! will connect you to opportunities for professional growth and real-world learning with our Oakland County employer partners.

Program Benefits:

• Potential to earn up to $350.00 in additional incentives
• Bi-weekly paycheck
• Supportive Services to enhance your success
• Network with professionals in your chosen field
• Significant amount of internship lead to full time job offers

​Oakland NEXT: Young Professionals Program

Looking for a path to a rewarding career?

Oakland County Michigan Works! has several opportunities available for young adults between the ages of 18-24 who are interested in earning a free industry recognized certification or degree in a variety of fields.

Exciting Program Benefits:

• Free tuition for eligible participants
• Supportive services to enhance your success
  
• Potential to earn up to $1,100 in additional incentives if goals met
  

Our trained staff can help you:

• Explore career and education options
• Create a resume
• Complete online job application(s)
  
• Practice for job interview(s)
  

Oakland NEXT: Logistics Technician Internship

LOGISTICS: One of the Fastest Growing Industries in Metro Detroit

From the automotive industry to Amazon, logistics professionals are more critical than ever, with supply chains and fulfillment companies delivering goods across the world in record volumes. 

Job opportunities in this field are booming, with a projected growth of four percent annual across the country through 2029, including Metro Detroit. 

Oakland County Michigan Works!, in partnership with Oakland Community College and PepsiCo, are offering a certified logistics technician training program, free to eligible candidates.

Oakland NEXT: Corrections Deputy

CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR COMMUNITY

ENJOY A CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT AT OAKLAND COUNTY!

The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting Corrections Deputy candidates. This is a rewarding entry-level position with all of the necessary training provided, a $3,225 signing bonus and pathways for advancement.

CORRECTIONS DEPUTY PROFILE

• Annual salary $40,100 - $65,817 (commensurate with experience)
• Responsible for the care and custody of inmates confined in the Oakland County jail system
  
• Responsible for maintaining security procedures within the jail and satellite facilities
  
• May transport inmates outside of the jail facility and provide security at court proceedings

BENEFITS

• On-the-job paid training
• Progressive career with promotional opportunities
• Medical, dental and vision insurance options
• Retirement package
• Health savings account
• Dependent care reimbursement account
• Tuition reimbursement program
• $3,225 signing bonus
  

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Oakland NEXT: 9-1-1 Dispatcher

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY, BECOME A 9-1-1 DISPATCHER

The Oakland County Sheriff’s Emergency Communications & Operations Division features one of the largest 9-1-1 centers in Michigan. Dispatchers are trained from the ground up, so we can work with persons with various levels of experience.

Oakland NEXT: Truck Driver

EARN YOUR CDL LICENSE TRUCK DRIVERS MOVE AMERICA! - FREE TRAINING^*

According to American Trucking Associations (ATA), nearly 75 percent of all freight in our country is moved by truck drivers. Job opportunities in this field continue to increase, with two percent projected job growth annually through 2029, generating an additional 30,600 jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Truck drivers earn from $14.21 - $30.83 per hour, depending on company and experience. 

Oakland County Michigan Works!, in partnership with several truck driving schools across the tri-county area, offers short-term training opportunities with tuition assistance available to eligible candidates. 

Training: Various Training providers are available in Oakland County. Candidates are able to select a school that is closest to their home and best suited for their needs.

Applicant Requirements:

• 18-24 Years-Old 
•  Copy of Current Drivers License 
•  Additional Eligibility May Apply
  

​BUILDing Skills Summer Trade Camp & Apprenticeship Readiness Training

Are you interested in exploring a career in construction or carpentry?  We have an opportunity for young adults ages 14-24 to build their skills and get paid this summer.

The BUILDing Skills Summer Trade Camp, powered by the Carpenter's Union, is a six-week, hands-on training experience, working on a construction site, side-by-side next to skilled carpenters ready to share their skills and knowledge with you.  Participants earn $12 per hour.

This training program is available to residents of Wayne and Oakland counties, including citizens of Detroit.

To apply, text CAMP to 855-424-2562

Two Programs Available:

Oakland NEXT: Help Desk Administrator

Complete a FREE certificate training program right from home

Certified help desk administrators, responsible for computer system troubleshooting and support, are in hot demand. In southeast Michigan, there are several thousand job postings annually, according to the Workforce Intelligence Network - 2,563 during the third quarter of 2020, alone. 

Eligible young adults can join their ranks through a partnership between Oakland County Michigan Works! and training provider MedCerts.

Additional Certificate Programs

Complete a FREE certificate training program right from home

Qualified participants receive free tuition, with the opportunity to earn a certification. A free laptop computer is provided to each program participant, as well. In addition to obtaining a certification, participants can access financial management and career readiness courses online.

There are financial incentives for youth that complete all requirements. Job search assistance after completion of the program also is available.

Once your application is complete, a Youth Coordinator will contact you directly within 24-48 hours!