Ready, Set, Get Hired! MPS Students Learn Job Skills at Work Readiness Conference
Polished, professional and prepared.
That’s how nearly 300 Milwaukee Public Schools students left the first M-Cubed Work Readiness Conference, held February 26 at Alverno College.
The event brought together students from 18 MPS high schools and more than 30 local employers and professionals to help students prepare for the working world.
Through interactive workshops and presentations, students learned how to write effective resumes, communicate professionally in interviews, and present themselves successfully at career events.
“Students were buzzing and immediately took steps toward youth apprenticeships and job fairs,” said one company representative at the conference. “There were real opportunities and real momentum.”
“It was great hearing students speak with confidence and conviction about themselves and their future,” said another employer. “The presenters and revolving work stations were engaging, relevant, and effective.”
Conference organizers hope to bring more businesses to future events, refine the content based on employer hiring needs, and strengthen school-to-career connections through ongoing, work-based learning opportunities.
M-Cubed partners can support this program by volunteering at the next event, encouraging local employers to host tables at M3 career fairs, and sharing the Employer Handbook with interested businesses and partners.
About M³ (pronounced M-cubed): M³ seeks to transform the future of Milwaukee through education. By collaborating, coordinating and partnering, MPS, MATC and UWM will increase the retention, graduation and career success of our students and provide a prepared workforce and citizenry for Wisconsin and its economy. M³ will also provide the education and resources to help drive an entrepreneurial mindset for all students to increase choices and opportunities for growth. Find out more at https://uwm.edu/m-cubed/