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 […]
Iman came to GST Michigan Works! Owosso office in March of 2025. She had been working low-income jobs in the medical field for about four years and was working toward getting her Bachelor of Nursing through Baker College to become a Registered Nurse (RN). She faced some challenges and barriers (personally and as a […]
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 […]
Founded in 2001, DayStarr Communications is a locally owned Internet and phone service provider in Shiawassee and Clinton Counties. DayStarr serves both private and business customers with high-speed internet, cloud-based business phone systems, and other wholesale services. These offerings have made Owosso a “GIG” city. As the company grows and technology changes, the need […]
As the largest refurbisher of mass transit buses east of the Mississippi, Midwest Bus stays very busy. As such, the need for new talent is always present. GST Michigan Works! was able to assist with finding a new employee by combining resources with partnership across the organization. A Justice-Involved Citizen came to the GST […]
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 […]
Students in the Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) Career Association recently planned a hands-on learning experience that focused on career exploration and college readiness. The day began with an interactive presentation from Consumers Energy, where students learned about the company’s impact across Michigan and explored a variety of career paths, ranging from entry-level positions […]