WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA received millions of dollars of stimulus dollars to help train and find employment for local job seekers. Learn more about our strategy and programs funded by these dollars on our “Stimulus Dollars at Work” web page. These dollars have impacted our community, employers and your neighbors. We’d like to share some of their stories with you.
Comments & Quotes from Employers and Interns
“I would like to take this opportunity to share with
you our successes here at INViSiON Industries with our newest WCF employees. The INViSiON staff is quite pleased with the results obtained from our newest employees. We were able to establish a new ‘reman’ group, consisting of all WCF people. This new group is responsible for the diagnosis of defective DVD players used in our products, repair of these units after the diagnosis has been determined, and testing of the units after the repairs have been made to assure quality. The final product is what we’re calling ‘reman,’ short for remanufactured. These products allow us to better match the market demands from customers that desire a lower cost unit, while we maintain a high level of quality. The training process was absorbed well by all WCF employees. The learning curve - associated with anything new - proved to be short and painless.
All of the WCF employees show a high work ethic, good attitude and attention to detail with their given tasks. I feel that the knowledge these people have obtained will surely help in possible career paths associated with electronics and entertainment systems in general.
INViSiON Industries has, and always will be, conscious and aware of talent, drive and ability that makes a good employee. This program offers benefits for us as an employer, to be able to screen applicants for potential future employees, as well as for the employee, to be able to determine if our company is one that they would consider for long-term employment. Employees also benefit by gaining valuable experience working with and understanding high tech electronics in an ever changing and demanding world of modern technological devices.”
Brian T. Roll, INViSiON INDUSTRIES on Re-Employment Connection Interns Leo Camonayan, Sharice Kibble, Leonard Clement, Dwayne Cofer, Donya Smith, Debbie Bolton.
“I am pleased to announce another success here at INViSiON Automotive. We were able to retain 66 percent of our last group for permanent employment! The relationship between WCF and INViSiON has proven to be beneficial to all parties involved, and this is another example of how well the program is working. Our ability to retain these people is a direct result of the Re-Employment Connection program at work. As an employer, it’s a positive way to determine if a employee meets the standards of a company, and with this last round, we have found some great employees that we don’t want to lose due to the limitations of the program.
The employees have shown a dedication and commitment to us, and we are happy to welcome them to our family here at INViSiON. The Re-Employment Connection program has the ultimate goal of getting unemployed people back into the workforce, and this is a great example of how well things are working for us and our newest employees.
I look forward to working with the Re-Employment Connection team in the future. Rosemary Smith and Shemille Cox have been in close contact with us, and are always available to help and assist with any matters that may arise.
The support from these two have created a strong relationship between us, and we will all surely benefit from this in the future.”
Brian T. Roll, INViSiON Industries on Re-Employment Connection Interns Debbie Bolton, Leonard Clement, Dwayne Cofer, Sharice Kibble
"The WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA intern that has been provided to Keep Seminole Beautiful has truly enhanced our organization. She has done every job with a smile; she’s helped with some new ideas and insights. She’s treated our clients, members and partner organizations with a professional attitude, a smile and a can do attitude. I cannot thank your organization enough, and if ever given another opportunity to participate in one of your projects, we will jump at the opportunity."
Mike Barr, Keep Seminole Beautiful
"From day one, WCF Intern Joan Edinboro, came to City of Maitland willing to work, eager to learn and ready to gain experience. She continuously displays an eagerness to take on new duties after she fulfills each task in a timely manner. Additionally, she shows a positive attitude and appreciation for the opportunity WCF provided and City of Maitland offered.
It has been a pleasure working with her during this short period of time, and we wish her much success in her future career endeavors.”
Vanessa Watts, City of Maitland Personnel Department on intern Joan Edinboro
“Alpheus Isadore and Miguel Socorro have worked with grounds maintenance doing invasive plant removals at Nina Canal as part of our D.E.P Grant program. Due to their hard work, we have removed 80 cubic yards of invasive plants at that site and replanted 45 new 30-gallon trees and 75 3-gallon saw palms to complete the grant and satisfy all requirements. In addition, they also assisted in our beautification projects at City Hall, Maitland Avenue and Lake Lily … Along with these projects they have also dramatically increased our ability to maintain our city parks and complete work we would not normally complete until February. We deeply appreciate their skills, hard work and can-do attitudes.”
Mark Barton, City of Maitland Grounds Maintenance Division on interns Alpheus Isadore and Miguel Socorro
“Though seemingly shy and quiet at first, Stephanie soon came out of her shell. She developed great interpersonal skills, volunteer management experience and even food service management. Stephanie can always be counted on to get the job done and has a positive attitude when given any task. We are extremely thankful to have her on the team! When looking down the road at employment opportunities, we would happily hire Stephanie on a permanent basis. Thank You WCF!”
Assereth Peachee, Give Kids the World on Summer Intern Stephanie Moure
“My success story while working with Dr. Leslie Bartlett at Bartlett and Johnston Chiropractic will be I’ve learned many things while working here with her. I feel that I’m very fortunate because not only working here teaches me good work ethics, but it also gives me a head start in my career as a medical assistant. My knowledge has expanded so much … she taugh us so much beyond the basic front office duties.”
Rhonda Butler, Summer Intern with Bartlett & Johnston Chiropractic
“I would like to share with you my working experience with one of your Summer Inters, Sasha Josephs. Ms. Josephs is quite possibly, one of the most professional young women I have met in many years. She seems to require minimal instruction in order to complete the tasks given to her. Additionally, Ms. Josephs consistently demonstrates a willingness to take on new duties and completes them in a timely manner. … I would not hesitate to recommend this individual for future employment. I plan to keep her resume on file, as well, for possible future employment opportunities.”
Cathleen E. Mark, Central Florida Child Health Program on Summer Intern Sasha Joseph
“My success story would be about me being to overcome my lack of communication skills. The employees here are all wonderful and by them teaching me new things everyday I’ve really stepped up and come out of my box.”
Shakyma Anderson, Summer Intern with Bartlett & Johnston Chiropractic
“Luis came to work every day driving from Christmas to the very southern tip of Orange County. This is just one of the examples of his dedication to his work and his commitment to excellence. Luis work in our branch was exemplary with his accuracy and production being very high.”
Julie Ventura, Orange County Library System on Summer Intern Luis Lopez
“The staff at the Urban League witnessed these two young ladies stand out from the other interns. They constantly asked for work and always asked if they could lend a helping hand. Both of these young ladies have grown and matured in the short time we have had them.”
David Thomas, Metropolitian Urban League on Summer Interns Christina Roades & Tkeya Branton
“Yumani has proven to be a team player who gets the job done!”
Sharon Blake, Enterprise Florida on Summer Intern Yumani Davis
“James, on more than one occasion, has saved us during our gaming program for kids. James is very knowledgeable about gaming; therefore he was able to teach the staff and kids how to play Guitar Hero. He also fixed the DDR known as Dance Dance Revolution before over 30 kids got a little angry at not being able to get their dance on!”
Patrice Florance-Walker, Orange County Library System on Summer Intern James Cambridge
“From day one, Reggie was always eager to learn and willing to work. Reggie not only exceeded our expectations for the variety and quality of his work, but he raised the bar for future interns. On behalf of the City of Sanford, I want to Thank WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA for the great work you do with young adults in our community and the opportunity for us to participate. Thank you!”
Russ Gibson, City of Sanford on Summer Intern Reggie Bellamy
“Dasia’s personal growth within a matter of seven weeks has been tremendous. Her work ethic, communication skills and comfort while working in a formal workplace environment are impressive for a young woman her age.”
Graciela Noriega Jacoby, Orange County Library System on Summer Intern Dasia Whitfield
“We had the privilege of working with two competent and positive interns this summer. Without their help, the School District of Osceola County could not have accomplished what it did this summer. They both proved to be strong, intelligent, self-motivated young adults. I say with sincerity, we could not have served our Principals, teachers and thus our students so completely without the hard work and dedication of these interns.”
Melanie Cleveland, Osceola County Schools on Summer Interns Charna & Angel
Intern Letters to President Barack Obama
With the overwhelming success of the local $4.1 million dollar Summer Job Connection program completed, several of the 1,200 interns took a moment to send a thank you note to President Barack Obama.
“…it is a great way to help keep kids off the streets and put them in a great working environment to learn valuable lifelong skills which we will all need to be successful in everyday life.” – Charna Johnson, Summer Intern Read Charna’s Letter
“Thank you for giving me a chance to start to build up my resume … to network myself and gain new contacts.”
– Letha Desir, Summer Intern Read Letha’s Letter
“Thank you for the opportunity to earn money while learning.” – George A. Russell, Summer Intern Read George’s Letter
“The friendships I built with other Summer Job Connection employees are irreplacaple. I’ve been able to use the funds I’ve received to help out my family and also, most importantly, to save just in case of emergencies.” – Bernice Senat, Summer Intern Read Bernice’s Letter
Hear first hand from Summer Interns and Employers about their experience in WCF’s stimulus-funded Summer Job Connection program in this video. To learn more about the Summer Job Connection program, visit our Summer Job Connection web page.
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