workNet DuPage is fully committed to your success

We are now offering services virtually and in-person!

Open-to-the-Public Offerings and Services

We offer many job seeker resources, offerings, and services that are free and open-to-the-public:

Workshops & Information Sessions

Learn more about the many workshops and information sessions we offer.

Computer Training

New to computers? You're not alone! Northstar can help you master the digital skills needed to work, learn, and participate fully in daily life.

Community Room

Get free access to computers, WiFi, copiers and printers, and reservable huddle rooms.

Jobs Board

We receive job leads directly from businesses that are hiring in DuPage County. See the most recent listings here.

Resources and Services for Eligible Individuals

We offer the following services for eligible* individuals:
*workNet DuPage is funded primarily by the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA).
WIOA policy dictates which services we are able to provide to individuals based on eligibility criteria.

Career Planning & Exploration

Explore in-demand careers and, if eligible, work with a career counselor to determine the next steps in your career journey.

Get Your Career Education Paid For

Receive up to $10,000 for getting new skills or certifications.

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

View answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

Upcoming Events

Jun 19
Workshops
Juneteenth Holiday

Our office will be closed on Thursday, June 19th, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We will reopen on Friday, June 20th, at 8:00 AM.   

Jun 20
Workshops
Pitch Perfect. Outsmarting Tough Interview Questions. (In-Person). June 20

"This candidate hits all the right notes!" - Your Next Employer

Jun 24
Workshops
From Layoff to Launch (Webinar). June 24

Take back some control over your career. Join us for From Layoff to Launch, a FREE Webinar that highlights proven resources to help DuPage County residents laid-off or furloughed successfully navigate this challenging time.

Jun 25
Workshops
Skill Up DuPage Information Session. June 25

Discover the many resources available to assist the job seekers of DuPage County. Register today!

Jun 27
Workshops
Let’s Talk Job Search. Your Questions, Your Strategy, Your Success! (In-Person) June 27th

Register today.

Tips and Resources

We have created a wealth of resources to assist you in your career development, including how-to guides, samples and advice on resumes, interviewing skills, negotiating and more! Use these pages to learn essential tips and strategies to help you navigate your job search.

RESUMES

Your resume is often the first impression you make on employers. It needs to stand out.

INTERVIEWING

Interviewing is a skill and practice makes perfect. Put your best foot forward and avoid common mistakes.

NEGOTIATING

Everything you need to understand the art of negotiating salary and benefits is here.

SUCCESS AT YOUR NEW JOB

You got the job! Ensure a great first impression and get acclimated to the new position with these tips.

What people are saying about workNet DuPage:

Since my experience with workNet, my life has improved drastically. The new position and life balance it has provided has given me the opportunity to return to college to finish my degree. On-the-job training continues and I am constantly improving my skills.

Beth H.

Everybody at the center is always there for me and available when I have questions. This process has been an amazing experience and I would recommend to anyone looking to make changes or in need of assistance to reach out to them.

Marilyn T.

Before Jennifer helped me I only had 2 companies call me back for an interview. Since December I had three calls for interviews and one of those resulted in a job offer yesterday. My counselor, Marianne, asked what changed in December. I had to think, and I said it was most likely the change in my resume that you helped me make. While I hated removing the older parts of my resume because it showed some of my best work, that section made me look too old. So you were right!

Phil J.

Before workNet, finding a career seemed like a brick wall. I now have an education and career I can be proud of.

Jeremy Driscoll

Your program was a blessing and the presentations were great.

After 30 years of employment at the same company, William L. was laid off from an international manufacturing company in the western suburbs of Chicago. After attending our Boot Camp and Job Clubs, he was able to find a new job at a local employer as a maintenance technician.  

William L.

The workNet DuPage Career Center helped me land on my feet after I decided I needed to make a career change. I had previously been working in retail management and my desire to learn and develop new skills was not being met.

Liliana R.

workNet was instrumental in providing the necessary tools and information for performing a successful job search and in obtaining the critical certifications that companies required.

John Hoekstra

I was able to use the on-the-job training program to secure an IT position that offered hands-on training and development. I am now working as a technician taking on new responsibilities every day, but most importantly doing work I enjoy.

Farhan V.

Deb Hoffman and the entire workNet DuPage Career Center team have been very helpful and definitely set me up for success … by allowing me to obtain additional skills to be more marketable putting me heads and shoulders above the competition!

Eric Rivera

After nearly 8 months of this job transition, I have landed a position and start next Monday at a company up in Schaumburg. workNet DuPage has been invaluable for me during this job transition period. 

David B.

Without workNet DuPage, I would have never considered going back to college … Now here I am walking to receive my AAS-Management degree this May 19th with my daughter who is completing her AFA-Music degree … I may be one of the oldest students there, but I’ll be the proudest.

Patricia Posavec

Your team and organization have been so great and supportive to help me and the community. I now know the power of networking and how helpful people can be.

Sneha P

“Thank you for finding and forwarding job leads my way while I was looking for work.”

Craig W. was laid off after 7+ years as Vice President of I.T. at a local corporation. He attended our Boot Camp and has now landed a new position as computer user support specialist.

Craig W.