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Cody was already building a career in the construction industry when he recognized that earning his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) could help him take the next step. By adding this valuable credential, Cody knew he could expand his responsibilities, increase his value to his employer, and create additional opportunities for career growth. The cost of CDL training presented a challenge, but Cody turned to Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium for support. Through the WIOA

For Gary, becoming a truck driver was more than just a career choice — it was a lifelong dream. Growing up in a family of truck drivers, Gary always knew he wanted to follow in their footsteps and become a third-generation driver. When Gary decided it was time to pursue that goal, he enrolled in Alpena Community College’s Summer CDL program. Navigating the enrollment process and finding a way to pay for training could have been overwhelming, but Michigan Works! Northeast Cons

Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium is proud to celebrate several members of its Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) team who were recognized during Youth Solutions’ Annual Statewide Summer Summit in Mount Pleasant. The annual Summer Summit brings together JMG specialists, managers, employer partners, and youth from across Michigan for professional development, collaboration, and recognition of outstanding contributions to the program. Awards celebrate individuals and teams

When Andrew came to Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium, he had a clear career goal: earning his CDL-A. However, with rising living expenses and limited savings, the cost of training made pursuing that goal difficult. With tuition assistance and mileage reimbursement from Michigan Works!, Andrew was able to enroll at Road Warrior Truck Driving School and focus on completing his training. Throughout the program, he built his knowledge and confidence behind the wheel, learning

As a young man who had always dreamed of becoming a lineman, Wyatt knew he first needed to earn his CDL-A. With no savings to cover the cost of training but a strong desire to succeed, he turned to Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium for help. Michigan Works! provided tuition assistance and mileage reimbursement, allowing Wyatt to attend Road Warrior Truck Driving School and focus on reaching his goal. Through hard work, practice, and determination, he successfully earned hi

After completing his incarceration, E was ready to move forward and get back to work. Before serving time, he had held a CDL-A, but because he was unable to renew the license while incarcerated, it had expired. After confirming with the Secretary of State that he would need to complete CDL-A training again, E turned to Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium for help. Eager to get his life back on track, E quickly completed the application process for tuition assistance. With su