Why is JET a smart move for Michigan?
JET is an investment in the long-term growth and prosperity of our workforce and our economy. The program prepares clients for the workforce by connecting them with workforce readiness supports including education and training that can lead to long-term career placements and advancements to become self-sufficient. JET will reduce the number of people who rely on cash assistance and remove the barriers that return families to the cycle of poverty. For Michigan’s employers, JET provides prepared workers ready to take and retain jobs to help businesses avoid high turnover and become more productive. This approach provides long-term economic growth for individuals, families, businesses and Michigan’s evolving economy.
