Goal Getter – A Success Story
Courtney reached out to the Marquette Michigan Works! Office after learning of the programs and services offered through a presentation in one of her nursing classes led by a Michigan Works! employee.
Getting Students Ready to Win at Mind Trekkers
The Mind Trekkers team, a highly-educated group of Michigan Tech students, has been traveling the Upper Peninsula getting students excited about STEM and STEM-based careers through hands-on demonstrations.
State Apprenticeship Expansion Success
Jacob is a young adult from the central Upper Peninsula who sought to explore a career in manufacturing and needed assistance finding a work experience to increase his skills and marketability.
Having Fun with Science on the TV 6 Morning News
The Mind Trekkers program brings science alive to students across the country.
OneUP Mind Trekkers Career Festivals brings hands-on STEM learning to thousands of 8th graders
The MiSTEM Network joins Upper Peninsula Michigan Works!, local businesses, and education partners to celebrate the success of two high-energy, hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) festivals in the Upper Peninsula.
Underemployed Engineer Doubles His Pay
Now, Mark works for Payne and Dolan as a Quality Control Field Technician earning over $24.00 per hour!
TV Interview – Mind Trekkers: Getting Students Excited about STEM
Darren Widder, Special Initiatives Manager, sat down with Elizabeth from TV 6 to discuss OneUP Mind Trekkers events. Mind Trekkers prompts students to explore and consider a career in a STEM field.
Michigan’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase on January 1, 2023
Michigan’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase on January 1, 2023
Great Lakes Boat Builder School Success – A Success Story
Alexander Hofius wanted to have a career on the water. He had options, but he decided to continue his education in Michigan’s Eastern Upper Peninsula. He attended the Great Lakes Boat Building School in Cedarville to become a Marine Service Technician.
Applications for $50 million investment to help businesses train workforce open November 21
Going PRO Talent Fund awards for Michigan businesses focused on growing talent and helping employees gain credentials