Just one month after graduating high school, Cattibrie walked into the GST Michigan Works! Lapeer office with a clear goal and a strong sense of purpose. Inspired by her school’s Decision Day and her experience in a Public Safety Careers program through her local EdTech center, she was ready to take the next step […]
With only four months of work history as a part-time grocery store cashier, Ella came to GST Michigan Works! in Owosso without having worked in over six months. She found it difficult to secure employment without much experience and was struggling to have the confidence needed to get into the workforce permanently. Other barriers […]
Madison connected with GST Michigan Works! for assistance with purchasing a vehicle through the Talent Growth & Barrier Removal Initiative. Madison was in a rough spot in life and had been without a vehicle for almost a year. She was stressed out, depressed, and completely exhausted! She was having difficulty getting to appointments and […]
Eli faced the possibility of being laid off from his full-time position due to seasonal work limitations and not yet having his CDL-A credential. Without the financial means to pay for training on his own, and with plans to secure his own housing, losing his job would have been a significant setback.In November, Eli came […]
Jennifer had been working at an automotive factory for 25 years. In June 2025, the factory announced it would be closing in June 2026. This sent instant fear and panic through Jennifer since that had been her home away from home for such a long time. She didn’t have any other skills or training […]
Lisa had successfully worked as an Office Clerk and in medical records for many years until being permanently let go in December of 2023. After filing for unemployment and registering for work at GST Michigan Works! in Owosso, she learned about potential coaching and resources available through WIOA Career Services. Lisa started working with […]
At Owosso High School, senior Lestat is making a lasting impression through his dedication, leadership, and commitment to building a strong future. Last summer, Lestat took an important step toward his career by enrolling in the Shiawassee RESD Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) summer employment program. Through this opportunity, he was placed in the […]
Nikolas entered GST Michigan Works! Owosso Service Center with a strong desire to build a career in healthcare. While highly motivated, he faced financial barriers that made it difficult to access the training needed to move forward, and he needed a boost to get established in the healthcare field. His journey began when he attended […]
Gabriella began her journey with Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) and GST Michigan Works! in the spring of 2025. She entered the program as a high school dropout, navigating an unstable home environment, unemployment, and deep uncertainty about whether returning to school and earning her diploma was possible. At the start of her journey, the […]
In September 2025, Christy, a determined single mother, connected with GST Michigan Works! in Caro to participate in the PATH program. Focused on creating stability and a brighter future for her family, Christy actively engaged in job search and job readiness activities, consistently demonstrating motivation, resilience, and commitment. Within a few weeks, Christy’s career coach […]