The Job Center holds various job search related workshops each month. Below is a list of the regularly scheduled workshops. Please check the Job Search Workshop Calendar for dates and times. Registration is required for all workshops, with the exception of the Information Session.

 Applications

Filling out a job application is your first step to career success. It's not as easy as you might think. Get tips on describing your reasons for leaving jobs, preparing references and listing your desired salary.

 Career Success for Ex-Offenders

This workshop includes tips about looking for a job, networking, resume writing and interviewing. Learn how to explain your past and describe your skills to employers. Meet people who can help you turn your life around.

 Discover More Job Leads

Learn how to use Illinois Skills Match to network and obtain employer contacts. Register with Illinois Skills Match prior to workshop.

 Dynamic Interviewing Skills

Practice interviewing in this interactive workshop. Learn what questions to expect in an interview and what questions you should ask an employer.

 Information Session

Learn about the vast resources available to you at one location -- in the Job Center -- everything from labor market information to job referrals to opportunities for job training.

 Internet Training

This course covers how to navigate the Internet, recommended job search web sites, on-line applications and e-mail.

 Interviewing

Interview successfully for your next job. Learn how to present yourself in the interview.

 Interviewing Skills for Job Seekers with Disabilities

How do you discuss a disability with a potential employer? Attend this workshop to learn when and how to describe your disability in an interview.

 Introduction to Computers

Hands on class for computer novices. Learn the basics of navigating a computer and how to use a mouse and keyboard.

 Networking and Job Search

How can you find your next job? Discover techniques to tap the "Hidden job market."

 Occupations and Skills

Find out about occupations. Which job is right for you? Show that you are qualified for the job. Know your skills.

 Personality and Career Assessment

Take a self-scoring version of Meyer-Briggs and Strong Interest Inventory to gain a better understanding of your strengths, weaknesses and interests in relation to career choices.

 Resumes, Cover Letters and Applications

Know the tools to "write yourself" into the next job: resumes, cover letters and applications.