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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor's Job Corps program has launched a recruitment drive in Michigan, offering immediate openings and free career training for low-income students ages 16–24 in the nation's leading industries.

"This is a great opportunity for young Michiganders who are trying to leverage strong job market," said National Director of Job Corps Rachel Torres. "We are a gateway to skills, credentials and opportunity. Our students need Job Corps, and the workforce needs our students."

There are three Job Corps campuses in Michigan: Detroit, Flint/Genesee (in Flint) a...