Careers and Workforce

Nov 23
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“The Little Things:” How to land interviews in your job search

The Little Things mean a lot when searching for a job. Join us on Teams Nov. 23 to learn success strategies that you can use right away.
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Alumnus Dominic DeYonker brings Marine Corps experience to Campus Safety

HFC Campus Safety Associate Dominic DeYonker is also an alumnus and served overseas in the Marines.
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Ford ASSET instructor Kris Young wins National Steel Apple Award from Carhartt

HFC Ford ASSET Program Coordinator and Ford Service Engineering Operations (SEO) Senior Master Kris Young is one of just eight award winners from around the country.
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Longtime HFC faculty member Dr. Christie-Marie Buck is named Director of Nursing

In the last few months, Dr. Christie-Marie Buck earned her doctorate and became the new Director of Nursing.
Nov 10
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Join us for “Protecting Your Small Business”

Patent attorney Joe Morrison will give a presentation called “Protecting Your Small Business” for entrepreneurs and small business owners Nov. 10. Sign up today for this free, public event.
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Do job interviews make you nervous? Learn strategies to make you stand out!

The “Master the Art of Interviewing” workshop on Oct. 27 will give you tips on how to interview confidently.
Nov 12
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First-ever HFC Virtual Business Career Fair

HFC's first Virtual Business Career Fair on Nov. 12 will also be the largest virtual recruiting event ever coordinated by HFC Career Services.
Nov 11
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Disney College program: Culinary info and recruiting at HFC

Disney will recruit culinary students at HFC on Nov. 11. To interview with Disney Senior Culinary Recruiter and Chef Pauli Milotte, please fill out an application before the session. All are welcome at the session.
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UROP, Honors experiences set stage for Mourad’s path to med school

HFC student Sedra Mourad has had a broad variety of research, academic, and co-curricular experiences while at HFC. She plans to attend U-M to work toward a career in medicine.
Nov 12
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Students: Take the Breakthrough Challenge

In the Breakthrough Challenge, eight competing teams of HFC students will assist two Dearborn businesses with a real-world problem they're facing. Sign up today. All majors welcome!
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Join us for “Zingerman’s: The Art of Delivering Exceptional Customer Service”

Students, employees, entrepreneurs, business owners, people who work with people: learn the secrets of Zingerman’s renowned customer service philosophy on Oct. 15. This workshop is free -- and there will be food!
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Join us for Biology, Science, and Environmental Studies info sessions

If you are interested in the sciences, HFC will host Biology, Science, and Environmental Studies information sessions on Oct. 19 and Oct. 20.
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What‘s really important in choosing a career?

There are many factors to consider in choosing a career. Join us to learn more on Oct. 12 as we discuss “What really matters in your career?”
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HFC alumnus named Officer of the Year by Dearborn Police Department

HFC grad Mohamad Farhat, the 2025 Officer of the Year, wants to make Dearborn a better, safer place for everyone.
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Hajj Flemings presents “Leveraging AI for Entrepreneurial Innovation”

AI futurist and entrepreneur Hajj Flemings will speak about how entrepreneurs can make the best use of AI.
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Join us for the Student Outreach and Support open house

Learn about free services, and enter to win prizes at the Sept. 30 open house.
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Learn how to write an effective cover letter

Effective cover letters are a very important way to distinguish yourself in a job search. Come to our free workshop on Sept. 29 to learn how to write an effective cover letter and gain an advantage in the eyes of prospective employers.
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HFC alumnus Jason Babbage is proud to serve Allen Park

Jason Babbage is a two-time alumnus of HFC who serves his community as an engineer and school board member.
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Get to Know HFC: Michael Dereniewski, 35 years with WHFR

Michael Dereniewski is grateful for all the opportunities WHFR-FM has opened up for him since 1991.
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First-gen alumnus chooses to defend people who have no one else

Brad Gonzalez graduated from a national top-10 law school in part due to his HFC experience. He looks forward to providing legal advocacy to people who would not otherwise have access to it.
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HFC welcomes Rafael Rivera, Jr., whose varied career started on 9/11

Rafael Rivera, Jr. has a varied background in public safety for 25 years, which he brings to HFC.
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Come to the “Don’t Let AI Write Your Future!” interactive workshop

Learn how to create a real, human, effective résumé, without letting AI take the driver's seat. Register today.
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USPS hiring event

If you're interested in careers with the USPS, please come to the free USPS hiring event on Sept. 15. Register today.
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Degree completion workshop for students with 45+ credits

Students with 45 or more credits can plan your next step at the degree completion workshop on Oct. 14.