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Harvey - Work 4 Illinois Workshop

Workshop
Join the Illinois Department of Employment Security and Central Management Services for a Workshop on How to Apply for Jobs with the State of Illinois! The State of Illinois Is Always Hiring! Come learn how to apply for a great career with the State of Illinois! The workshop will cover the following: •How to setup a candidate profile •How to setup job alerts •How to search job postings •Career counseling sessions. Make sure your resume is current and complete on IllinoisJoblink.com
Monday, June 9, 2025
11:00 AM to 02:00 PM CDT
Illinois Department of Employment Security American Job Center at Harvey
  • 16845 South Halsted Street
  • Harvey , IL 60426