by workforceconnectionadmin | Jun 17, 2026 | News, Success Stories
We had the pleasure of meeting Teba (pictured above on the left with Michelle Cassaro of the Chicago Rockford International Airport on the right), who shared her thoughts on her internship experience at the Chicago Rockford International Airport. She was kind enough...
by workforceconnectionadmin | Mar 12, 2026 | News, Success Stories
The Workforce Connection, Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois and Rockford University Partner to Strengthen the RegionA strong community starts with opportunity — and a powerful new internship partnership between The Workforce Connection, Goodwill Industries of...
by workforceconnectionadmin | Mar 12, 2026 | News, Success Stories
Noel is starting a 24 month contract as a traveling phlebotomist serving 13 counties. She is excited to start a new career at higher wages plus gas mileage to support her future and is very thankful for all the help from The Workforce Connection. Noel says, “I...
by workforceconnectionadmin | Jan 16, 2026 | Employer Success Stories, News, Success Stories
Style House Seven, a woman-owned salon in Rockford, is transforming how individuals begin their careers in cosmetology. Their apprenticeship program uses a structured, progressive wage model that allows apprentices to steadily increase their earnings as they develop...
by workforceconnectionadmin | Oct 15, 2025 | News
See what clean energy job training can do for you! The people, places, programs, and pride wrapped up in this program can all be found in this short video. https://youtu.be/1VLd91J-rMw Want to know more? Go...
