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The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership is proud to host a virtual Job Club, a series of workshops designed to jump-start your employment. Despite the pandemic, there are still jobs available to those actively seeking employment. Job Club is free of charge and meets online via the Zoom platform. All participants must have access to the...

Excel Basics (Part 1): How spreadsheets work, basic formulas, functions, and formattingRegistration ends by 5pm the day prior to the Webinar. Once you register on Eventbrite, you will receive an email from the instructor through GoToWebinar with the link to join this class.This webinar is part 1 of a 3-part webinar series designed to introduce...

Maybe a little friendly coaching will help?Why are you getting the interview but not the job? Get the guidance you need to sharpen your interview skills. Understand the different types of interview questions and what they mean. Discover how to effectively answer questions using the P-A-R method. You’ll gain insight into the interview process –...

Excel Basics (Part 2): Sort and filter data, work with columns, rows, and sheets, explore Excel's navigation tools, copy/pasteRegistration ends by 5pm the day prior to the Webinar. Once you register on Eventbrite, you will receive an email from the instructor through GoToWebinar with the link to join this class.This webinar is part 2 of...

Practice makes perfect - Conquer your job search nerves with these proven techniquesPlease take a deep breath. Are you ready to do it? Does looking for a new job scare you? Does it make your heart race? Are you feeling like you are stuck? Learn how to conquer those fears. Understand how to reduce your...

MS Word Beyond the Basics - Introduction to Styles, headers and footers, mail merge, inserting graphic objects and tablesRegistration ends by 5pm the day prior to the Webinar. Once you register on Eventbrite, you will receive an email from the instructor through GoToWebinar with the link to join this class.This 90-minute webinar is designed for...

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership is proud to host a virtual Job Club, a series of workshops designed to jump-start your employment. Despite the pandemic, there are still jobs available to those actively seeking employment. Job Club is free of charge and meets online via the Zoom platform. All participants must have access to the...

How do I craft my resume to get interviewed and hired?What is an applicant tracking system? Learn how to target your resume to your dream job. Discover how to use the job description as a guide to create accomplishments to get you noticed. Finally, use keywords to increase your chances of getting an interview. Have...

Did you know that volunteers have a much better chance of finding a job than jobseekers who don’t volunteer. Ever wonder why?Understand why volunteering makes you a stronger job candidate.Know why most companies value giving back to the community. Learn how acquiring skills as a volunteer is your “pathway to employment.”Sound too good to be...