Getting Started with Illinois workNet - set up an account

• Welcome to Illinois workNet – learn how to make the most of Illinois workNet to locate jobs, support services and education opportunities.
• Key Sector Benefits - learn how to access information about areas of job growth, leading Illinois employers, specific education and training, and events in the Key Sectors pathway.

Find a Job

• Finding Sector Related Events - learn how to locate statewide and local Key Sectors events.

Prepare for a Job

• Writing a Resume - review the steps of creating a resume, and learn about which type of resume you should use.
• Using Regional Economic Snapshots - learn how to access information on employment trends and levels for each Key Sector.
• Finding Wage Information - learn what wage you can reasonably expect for your link of work.
• How to Select the Right Resume Type - learn how to choose a resume that is right with your job history, skills and position you are applying for.
• Developing an Effective Job Objective or Job Summary - learn how to write a brief statement about your employment goals and skills to put on your resume
• Tips to Get a Job - learn about finding job opportunities that match your skills and interests
• Tips to Help You Keep Your Job - learn about workplace skills that will help you be successful at your job
• Volunteering as a Job Search Strategy - learn about how volunteering provides opportunities to learn new skills, network and gain confidence
• Mature Worker Resume Writing Tips - tips for refreshing your resume as you re-enter the job market
• Resume Writing When You Have Very Little Formal Work Experience - tips for writing a resume, when you have very little formal work experience

Education

• Connecting to Education and Training Programs – learn how to get prepared for the job you want.

Services

• Services You Need To Be Successful - find work support services that will help you to achieve your goals.