Workforce

Finding a satisfying, rewarding job takes a lot of effort. Use these resources to guide you.

Resources

The Illinois Career Information System has a variety of resources to help you with your job search from start to finish, including:

  • Career Interest Inventories

  • Job Searches

  • Applications & Resume Help

  • Job Interview Tips

  • Negotiation Tips

  • Jobseeker Success Mindset Training

To access, log in here as an Illinois Resident (find your city or town and type in your zip code) and click on Employment.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS): Bureau of Recruitment and HIring

IDHS offers a variety of full-time positions that require a GED or High School Diploma.

Below are links to prerecorded virtual recruitment presentations (English or Spanish) that highlight careers and how to pursue gainful employment with the State of Illinois.

Contact the recruitment team to answer questions, provide tips and guide you through the employment application process – DHS.Recruitment@Illinois.gov .

Job Searches

Here are two examples of websites you can use to find your future job.