The following services are offered at Workforce Development City Center Campus and Grundy Campus Center. Please select the link below for the current workshop calendars.
For more information please contact: (815) 280-1500 or (815) 942-0566.
Information / WIA Orientation
Our weekly Information session will introduce you to all of the Job Search and Training services our office can provide. Application procedures for WIA training funding will also be reviewed. Please call (815) 942-0566 to register for an orientation in Grundy County or (815) 727-4444 for an orientation in Will County at Workforce Services Division of Will County.
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Career Assessment Seminar
Do you want a career and not just another job? If you want to make a change, this seminar is for you! Let us help you make an informed career choice and develop a career plan by taking and reviewing the results of three assessment instruments. No cost to JJC district residents.
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Career Research
Before you make a career change, it is vital to do thorough exploration and be well-informed about your choice. This session will assist you in conducting career research, either to complete your Career Path Packet, or for your own informational purposes.
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Free Application Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Workshop
Applying for financial aid to attend college can be a confusing process. In this workshop, you will complete your online application for financial aid with guidance from our staff. Remember to bring your full Tax Return from the previous year.
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Illinois WorkNet
In this 3 hour workshop, job seekers will be introduced to the newest job search tool. This comprehensive website can help with finding the right job, career exploration, skills assessment and provide local resources. All job seekers are invited, regardless of their level of computer experience.
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Internet Job Search
The Internet can be great resource for job searching and getting resume exposure. During this workshop we will visit various job search sites, post your resume in several databases and visit company websites to get more inside information. A resume in Microsoft Word is required to participate.
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Interviewing Skills
The job interview is your opportunity to market your skills to a potential employer, and is key to receiving a job offer. This workshop will help you to prepare for the job interview so you will be confident and ready to make an impression.
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Networking
Effective networking will greatly increase your job search success. 80% of jobs are found through this method of job search alone. Learn what networking is and how to go about using this valuable tool in your quest for employment.
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Refresh and Review
This is a "brush-up" class for those adults planning to return to the classroom after many years or to re-enter the workforce. Individuals work at their own pace to review math and reading concepts that they once knew but have since forgotten. This class is free and was designed specifically for adults!
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Resume Writing
A professional resume is crucial to a successful job search. Your resume is your chance to make a strong first impression with an employer – one that will secure you an interview. In this workshop, you will learn techniques for effective resume and cover letter writing.
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Plus 50 workshops
The Plus 50 Workforce Center helps the mature worker face the challenges of obtaining employment after the age of 50. Customized weekly workshops are available.
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