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October 31, 2022


Career with shadow

The Job Center of Lake County is your Career Solution! 
Our mission is to cultivate and connect our employers and workforce to fuel economic growth and well-being in Lake County.  Download the November event calendar (PDF)

 

Holiday Schedule

The Job Center of Lake County will be closed on the following days.
Friday, November 11, 2022 in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you for your service!
Thursday and Friday, November 24-25, 2022 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.


Work Earn & Learn (WEL)

Work, Earn, and Learn (WEL)
The WEL program is offering an opportunity to participate in a hands-on internship with Lake County Emergency Management Agency. This program will launch in early 2023.
Complete the first step today by submitting an application! Download flyer (PDF)
Submit an application.       

  • Launch your career with training professionals.
  • Work full-time for six months in a paid internship ($22/hr.)
  • Complete industry-recognized credentials on-the-job. 

Networking Event

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Industry Snapshot - Healthcare
In partnership with a local employer, Lake County Workforce Development's Business Services Team will provide an industry snapshot of the Healthcare field. Register to attend.


Hybrid Workshops

Workshops are available for virtual or in person attendance at the Job Center of Lake County, 1 N. Genesee St., Waukegan, IL. Registration is required.


Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 1:00 pm
Accelerate Your Job Search
Get your job search on the fast track with secrets and strategies from workforce professionals that will help put your job search into high gear. Registration is required.
Register for in person or online.

Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at 1:00 pm
Your Personal Brand & Resumes
Are you seeking a job or changing careers? Regardless of your job title or field, you have a personal brand. Learn how to customize your resume and other written tools to help you land a great job! Registration is required.
Register for in person or online.

Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 1:00 pm
Master the Interview
Virtual interviews are becoming a staple of the candidate recruiting process. Learn the necessary tips and tricks to successfully interview online and land your next job! Registration is required.
Register for in person or online.


Job Center on the Move

Job Center on the Move

Meet with a Job Center representative one-on-one to work on the next steps in your career. Choose from a menu of custom services when you register!

  • Discuss your career transition
  • Develop or customize your resume
  • Connect with funding for training
  • Explore paid work experience (internship) options
  • Learn about growing businesses in your area

    Download the Job Center on the Move flyer (PDF)

Monday, November 7, 2022 from 11:00 pm to 12:30 pm
North Chicago Public Library
2100 Argonne Dr., North Chicago
Register by contacting: 847-689-0125 ext. #113

Wednesdays, November 2, 2022 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Zion-Benton Public Library
2400 Gabriel Ave., Zion
Register by contacting: 847-872-4680
*Employers onsite ready to hire

Tuesdays, November 8, 2022 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Catholic Charities
101 N. Cedar Lake Rd., Round Lake, IL 60073
Register by contacting: 847-377-3436

Thursday, November 10, 2022 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Legacy Reentry Foundation
420 W. Clayton St., Waukegan
Register by contacting: 847-377-3436
*Employers onsite ready to hire


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Contact
Rason Grant
Lake County Workforce Development
Phone: 847-377-3442
Email: rgrant@lakecountyil.gov


 

The Job Center of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer/program. Find a complete list of accommodations or make a request: https://bit.ly/3EUjr6p.

Funds for this project were provided by the U.S. Department of Labor’s (USDOL) Employment and Training Administration. See our website for details. https://bit.ly/3EUjr6p