Lapeer County – Megan was a single parent who was working her way through school when she heard about GST Michigan Works! in Lapeer from a classmate. Finding out that there was an opportunity for financial assistance was a game-changer for Megan. At that time, she was working part-time, while attending school full-time. She was […]
Category: Program Success Stories
Sanilac County – George graduated from Brown City High School in May of 2023. GST Michigan Works! staff met George at the Sanilac Career Center. He was interviewed and chosen to be part of the Young Professionals Program because of the work skills he obtained by attending the career center. He also appeared to have […]
Genesee County – Casey is a single mother who has been raising her son by herself for most of his life. She believes it’s essential to show children the importance of hard work and perseverance, even when the going gets rough. She prides herself on never having applied for government assistance. Casey has maintained employment […]
Jacob is a 23-year-old veteran who wanted to start a career in truck driving. He reached out to GST Michigan Works! Fenton Service Center to see if he would qualify for assistance in meeting that goal. As an eligible veteran, GST assisted Jacob in receiving his CDL-A license through 160 Driving Academy. Upon completion of […]
Genesee County – Stacey’s story began at the Cleveland Job Corps Center, where he stated he was angry and mad at the world and struggled to find his path. An enlightening conversation with his teacher, Mr. Houston, changed everything. Inspired to pursue a career in Security, Stacey’s aspirations aligned with a connection Mr. Houston made […]
Sanilac County – GST Michigan Works! first met Shelby at the Sanilac Career Center. Shelby was a high school senior at Brown City High School. She was attending the Graphic Design Program. Over the course of the semester, career coaches interviewed many students for potential work experience programming. Shelby was undoubtedly one of the standouts. […]
Genesee County – Odis grew weary of his current employment and yearned for a fulfilling career. He had a passion for drywalling but needed more formal training. However, when he discovered the Drywall Finishing Program at Detroit Training Center, he was eager to learn more about it. Odis took the initiative to contact the training […]
Huron County – Cory started working with Kappen Tree Service in March of 2023 as a Woodsman. One of the first steps in a career with Kappen Tree Service is their week-long “Boot Camp.” Cory was assigned to attend at the end of April, then had 90 days to obtain his CDL Class A to […]
Huron County – Valerie came to GST Michigan Works! in Huron County looking for a change. She has worked as a Certified Nurse Aide since her certification in 2006. She still loved health care and helping people in need; however, being a CNA is hard work and can take a toll. Valerie wanted to stay […]
Sanilac County – Anthony came into GST Michigan Works! in Sanilac County in December of 2022. He had a minimal work history and felt he had inadequate job skills. Some of these feelings came from living with a disability. Anthony has struggled with a physical disability, leaving him with a lack of self-confidence and feelings […]