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Research Job Opportunities

Using proven strategies for getting job leads will help you make the best use of your time.  Here are three good strategies to use together:

  • Network with friends and acquaintances
  • Use job boards and job search engines 
  • Talk to potential employers in your area

Learn more about effective Job Search Strategies  External link opens in a new window from the Wall Street Journal's CareerJournal.com.

Networking
One effective way to find a job is to tell everyone you know that you are looking for a job.  Talk to your parents, teachers, guidance counselors, minister/rabbi/priest, sports coaches, volunteer leaders, neighbors, fellow alumni, friends etc. about the kind of job that you’re looking for.  Learn more about networking  External link opens in a new window. It may be the best method of achieving your employment goals.
 
Research Job Boards
Job Boards and Job Search Engines post thousands of job openings daily on the Internet.  You can search them by location, occupation, or industry.

Find the right job fast through the Illinois workNet comprehensive job search tool located on the Job Boards page.  You must be a registered user with Illinois workNet to use this comprehensive job search tool. 

Talk to Potential Employers in Your Area
Calling potential employers to inquire about job openings is a good strategy too.  Many job openings are not advertised, so ask potential employers about job openings and their hiring process.  Research the employers in your area that hire people in your field.

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Connect to disabilityworks

DisabilityWorks disabilityworks increases employment opportunities for people with disabilities throughout Illinois by connecting employers, people with disabilities, and disability/employment service providers.

For more information and to create an account visit the disabilityworks External link opens in a new windowwebsite.

Job Seekers, Are you looking for Job or Career Fairs in YOUR Area?

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The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) provides an online state-wide Job Fairs & Special Events calendar to assist job seekers in locating Job Fairs in their local and regional areas.

To find a Job or Career Fair in your area, visit the IDES Job Fairs and Special Events External link opens in a new window web site or enter your zip code on the Illinois workNet Home page for a list of Events and News happening in your local area.


Visit Career Coach,

Career Coach a free online personalized career counselor for women and men.  Find the right career and make a step-by-step plan to reach your goals.  Visit the Career Coach web site to learn more External link opens in a new window.

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