Hayden built a successful career in engineering, starting as an engineering technician and advancing to a systems engineer. While he recognized the value of his work, he felt a growing desire to do more—specifically, to serve his community in a meaningful and lasting way. Although he had progressed far in the engineering field, Hayden […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 gaining custody of his young son, Jesse became a single parent and quickly realized the importance of building a stable future for his family. Determined to succeed, he began exploring his options and, by securing reliable childcare and identifying an available training program, started putting a clear plan into action toward long-term, full-time […]
Amber’s journey began in July 2024, when she walked into the office for her WIOA orientation. At the time, Amber was a single mother working as a housekeeper at McLaren Thumb Region. She worked hard to support her family but wanted to build a career that would provide more stability and opportunity for herself […]
Monica had decided it was time for a career change. Her previous employment included dairy farms and factory work. She was looking for something that felt more rewarding personally. Monica came to GST Michigan Works! with hopes of finding a new career path. She met with a career coach and discussed her interests. She […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]