Information: Career / Employment Help
There are free resources at American Job Centers including training referrals, career counseling, job listings, and similar employment-related services.
Find American Job Center Near you
There are 13 American Job Centers in the Chicago area. This website will help you find the one near you.
Cook County Workforce Partnership
Website has network of 70+ community-based organizations, including career specific, youth-only, and American Job Centers as well. (708) 580-8686
Other Career Assistance
Ponder
PODER’s Workforce Development (WFD) training courses provide career pathways for unemployed or underemployed individuals seeking career opportunities that offer family-sustaining wages and advancement opportunities.
Illinois workNet
Link to Quick Start Guide to reach career goals with Illinois workNet’s tools and resources
CASL - Chinese American Service League
Career counseling, job placement, and support help jobseekers achieve success. (312) 791-0418
MAHA - Midwest Asian Health Association
Smart Match – Employment assistance to low-income Asians and other minorities with mental illness and developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities
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