Building a New Career After Military Service

After 11 years of service in the United States Navy, Shamar relocated from Virginia to Michigan, ready to begin his transition into civilian life. Throughout his time in the Navy, Shamar developed extensive technical skills in mechanical and electrical work related to aircraft ordnance systems. His responsibilities included managing supplies, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring readiness […]

Finding Success After a Layoff

Nicholas came to Macomb/St. Clair Michigan Works! after experiencing a layoff from his job as a tire repairer and changer. He had been unemployed for months and wasn’t having much luck finding work on his own. At first, Nicholas was interested in earning a Carpentry certificate. After talking with his career planner, he learned about […]

Grant Provides Training for CDL-A

Grant Provides Training for CDL-A Clinton Township Career Center  Submitted by Michael Draheim Frank says he has been a roofer on and off for most of his life with no education or training in any other field. Explaining his situation, “I’m getting older and roofing was getting harder for me to do. I was laid […]

Veteran’s Transition to Civilian Life

Veteran’s Transition to Civilian Life Warren Career Center Submitted by Anna White Holly first learned about Michigan Works! as a resource available to help veterans transition to civilian life when she was discharged from the Navy. Early last year she visited her local Michigan Works! office for possible training as a truck driver. Working with […]

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Michigan Works! allowed me to not stress about the financials. I was able to fully focus on my schoolwork which helped me with my learning and grades.

Paige

Career in Trades Leads to More Opportunities For Young Professional

In Spring 2019, Justin was wrapping up his senior year in high school and hadn’t decided what he would do after graduation. His dad, a welder, had encouraged him to pursue a career in the trades. Justin liked the idea but needed assistance in putting a plan together. His high school hosted a ‘College and […]