Angela completed the Child Development Specialist USDOL Registered Apprenticeship Program on May 19, 2026, marking a significant milestone in her professional journey. This achievement is supported by the vital partnership between GST Michigan Works! and Sunny Patch Learning Center, which not only provided crucial apprenticeship funding but also ensured that the program adhered to the […]
Dylan came into the Lapeer Service Center looking for a meaningful career where he could make a difference in the lives of others. Helping people had always been his passion, and with previous experience and knowledge in emergency response and EMT services, he knew this was the path he wanted to pursue. However, he needed […]
Sydney took an important step toward achieving her employment goals as a Job Corps student when she enrolled in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program through GST Michigan Works! Like many job seekers, Sydney understood that finding stable employment required persistence, commitment, and the willingness to embrace new opportunities. She was determined to […]
Briana came to GST Michigan Works! through the FAE&T program with no previous work experience. Determined to prepare her for employment, she was referred to the WIOA Out of School Youth and Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) programs, where she built essential career readiness skills and gained valuable hands-on workplace experience. To help remove barriers […]
When Stephanie, a credentialed and experienced social services worker, returned to Michigan from Kentucky to care for her parents, she anticipated a smooth transition back into the workforce. With a strong passion for helping others, she was eager to reconnect with an agency where she could continue making a difference. However, after several months of […]
In a recent InFocus interview, GST Michigan Works! Certified Business Solutions Professional Chris Schueler and Career Coach Bart Sadler discussed how the organization helps both job seekers and employers navigate today’s changing workforce. They emphasized that GST Michigan Works! is not the unemployment office, but rather a re-employment resource, helping people move back into the […]
Jakob first connected with the Family Literacy Center (FLC) in January 2026 with a goal of continuing his education at Mott Community College. In an impressive accomplishment, he earned his GED after just one month of tutoring. At the same time, Jakob was participating in a supportive housing program, where he remained focused on building […]
At just 22 years old, Brooklyn walked through the doors of McKenzie Health Systems with equal parts excitement and uncertainty. Fresh off a lay-off, she had landed a 12-week secretary position with the Young Professionals program in the Physical Therapy Department. She saw this as an opportunity for a first step into a healthcare career, which […]
Jenny is a driven and determined young individual from the small town of Sebewaing, Michigan, whose dedication to her education and career has led to remarkable success in the healthcare field. Through hard work, perseverance, and the support of GST Michigan Works! Jenny has transformed her grit into a thriving nursing career. Jenny began […]
After nearly ten years as an Adult Services Supervisor, Rose made the difficult decision to step away from her career in June 2025 to care for her ill mother. When her mother passed away, Rose found herself grieving while also preparing to re-enter the workforce after a brief but impactful three-month absence. Even a […]