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Career Center Events

workNet DuPage proudly hosts several recurring, open to the public events, including an all-things job search related discussion group (Let’s Talk Job Search), a guide to interviewing (Pitch Perfect), and a high-tech resume writing workshop (AI Resume Revolution). Browse the event calendar below to see all our upcoming events!

Please note that, for many events, registration is recommended.

Community Events

We also compile a PDF with monthly selection of helpful job search programs offered throughout DuPage County. Ranging from hiring events to digital literacy courses, networking events to legal consultations, these free events are an excellent resource for all DuPage residents! These events are FREE and located in DuPage county.

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Thursday Sep 12
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The first session of a FREE workshop series preparing parents for going back to work.

Are you contemplating a return to your career after taking time off to care for children? You're not alone! Join us this fall for our award-winning "Back to School, Back to Work" workshop series, designed specifically for parents like you. Whether you've been out of the job market for a few years or a few decades, these workshops will help you feel empowered and confident through this transitional time.

Each session in this series will teach you the tools and knowledge needed to successfully navigate today’s job search landscape. From the high-tech online application process to the classic interview questions, we’ve got you covered! Plus, you’ll connect with a supportive network of fellow parents on the same journey. Learn more below and register today. We can't wait to see where your next career phase will take you!

SESSION 1

In-Person Event
workNet DuPage Career Center
2525 Cabot Drive, Suite 302, Lisle, IL 60532

To register, individuals must be stay-at-home parents who are planning a return to work.

Learn more and register here. 

 

Session 1: Identifying Skills and Exploring Careers

Thursday, September 12, 2024, 9:30-11:00 a.m.

workNet DuPage Conference Room 

Thinking about what you have to offer to potential employers is an important first step of your job search. But knowing where to start and what type of jobs to look into can be confusing! Join us to hear about:

  • Assessing Your Strengths, Skills, and Talents
  • How to explore Growing Industries and In-Demand Careers
  • Identifying Skill Gaps & Ways to Develop your Skill Set 

 

Presentation by:
Rebecca Harrington, Career Services Specialist at College of DuPage

Employer panelists:
Lisa Giese, Attorney at McSwain Nagle Giese & Rapp
Megan Taylor, Project Manager at KEES/Alford Executive Search
Meredith Haugens, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at Naperville School District 203
Sydney Hart, Sr. Human Resources Consultant at Advocate Aurora Health

Learn more and view details for following sessions in this series here. 

 

 

 

 

workNet DuPage
2525 Cabot Dr
Lisle, IL 60532 United States
(630) 955-2030
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