Program Details

Danette joined McHenry County Workforce Network’s WIOA (Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act) Program in April 2024, seeking assistance in finding a job. She was placed as an intern in an administrative role at the Workforce Network, where she made valuable contributions. During her internship, she supported the Workforce's Step Forward program, entered time sheets and case notes, and created an Excel sheet to track interns' hours—an essential tool still in use today.
After her internship at the Workforce, Danette began a new internship with McHenry County’s Emergency Management department, where she helped organize files and assisted with data entry. Her supervisor praised her for doing a great job and being very helpful.
In December 2024, Danette started her final internship in a Customer Service role at a local paper distribution company. She excelled in the position, impressing her supervisors. At the end of her internship, she was offered a permanent position, where she continues to thrive and enjoy her work.
Dannette said, “The McHenry County Workforce helped me find the courage to face the future. Their STEP Forward program helped me work on my people and interviewing skills. The internships allowed me to refresh and build on my office skills. With these new abilities, I found the drive to improve myself and my circumstances. They not only opened doors for me, but they also helped me walk through. I am grateful to MCWF and the WIOA program for the opportunities and abilities they have given me.”