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WCWC releases July workshop schedule
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WCWC releases July workshop schedule

JOLIET – The Workforce Center of Will County July schedule has been released.

An orientation to Alison.com will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11. Alison.com offers more than 1,000 free online courses in more than 300 categories. Orientation includes an overview of the courses and categories and information on how to set up an Alison account.

Illinois JobLink, a workshop teaching users how to register on Illinois JobLink by creating and uploading resumes to the site, with tips on how to get the most views from employers. Also on the agenda will be how to search for jobs on the site and how to complete a work search record. The workshop will be offered at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 18, 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 22, and 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 30.  

Job Readiness gives participants an overview of resources for job seekers, including networking, completing applications, resumes, interviewing and Illinois JobLink. It will be offered at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 3.

LinkedIn Lab – Starting Your Profile will be offered at 10 a.m. Friday, July 26. Workshop attendees will get help creating basic LinkedIn accounts to aid in their job searches. They should come ready to have their photos taken and added to their new accounts.

LinkedIn Lab – Maximize Your Profile will be offered at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 26. The workshop helps participants make the most of their basic LinkedIn accounts. Attendees will review features and best practices to help them maximize their profiles for success in finding employment.

A session on job search skills, Master Your Job Search, will be offered at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 31. The workshops will include a review of basic job search techniques, including networking and how to use the internet to conduct a job search.

Math Review will be offered at 2 p.m. Monday, July 1, and Thursday, July 18. A review of basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, percentages and integers will be covered.

Basic Microsoft Excel will be offered at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, and 2:30 p.m. Monday, July 29.  Attendees will learn the basics of Excel and how to navigate its many features.

Microsoft PowerPoint will be offered at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 17. Learn to create a professional presentation.

A workshop on Microsoft Word will be offered at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, and 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 22. The basics of how to use Microsoft Word in a job search and in creating a professional looking resume and cover letter will be taught.

Networking Tools for Today’s Job Market teaches job seekers how to use a variety of tools to maximize their job searches. The workshop includes how to create and use job search networking business cards and how social media outlets are used. The workshop will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 18.

Standout Resumes will be offered at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 3. Participants may then schedule one-on-one resume reviews.

Participants will learn job interviewing techniques at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 8, in Successful Interviewing. Learn how to prepare for a job interview, be confident and make a positive impression. Attendees may schedule an individual, digitally recorded mock interview after completing the workshop.

Workshops last about an hour, depending upon class size, except for Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, which run approximately 90 minutes each. All workshops are offered on a walk-in basis and at no cost to Will County residents.

Career scholarships are available to Will County residents who meet eligibility guidelines and are interested in demand occupations in Will County. The first step in applying for a career scholarship is to attend an Industry Orientation workshop. Sessions are available based on the industry or occupation. To register, go to www.jobs4people.org or call (815) 727-4444. Registration is required.

Sessions for those interested in professional, financial and information technology will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 8, and Thursday, July 18, and 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, and 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 29.

Industry Orientation for manufacturing, transportation, distribution and logistics will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 1, 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 15, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25, and 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 30.

Orientation for those interested in the healthcare field will be offered at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 2, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 11, 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, and 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 22.

On The Job Training Orientation will be offered at 10 a.m. each Monday in July. On the job training is available to Will County residents interested in learning new skills while working. It is available in a range of industries including manufacturing, healthcare, information technology and transportation, warehousing and logistics.

There will be an Adult Education Information Session at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 10. Services provided by Joliet Junior College’s Department of Adult Education and Literacy, including English as a second language and high school equivalency classes, will be explained.

High school equivalency (GED) will be offered at 1 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday in June, except for Independence Day, July 4.  

Adult Education and On The Job Training Orientation are offered on a walk-in basis.

In addition, WCWC hosts job fairs at which job seekers can meet with multiple employers. The two-hour job fairs will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday, July 11, 9 a.m. Thursday, July 25, and 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 31.

“The Workforce Center is the place for anyone who needs assistance with their job search,” said Susan Flessner, WCWC manager. “Whether you need help with a resume, opportunities to network with other job seekers, or a Microsoft Word class, the Workforce Center can help.”

The Workforce Center of Will County is at 2400 Glenwood Ave., Suite 100.  For more information about WCWC, visit www.will.works

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