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We’re partnering with Chicago Transit Authority and other top Chicago agencies to bring huge career opportunities your w...
04/10/2025

We’re partnering with Chicago Transit Authority and other top Chicago agencies to bring huge career opportunities your way! From entry-level to executive, explore roles in healthcare, construction, transportation, retail, and more. Some will even be interviewing on the spot, so look sharp! Pre-register below and share this post with a friend!
https://bit.ly/Spring25Citywide

BIG NEWS: We’re teaming up with Chicago Transit Authority and other powerhouse partners to bring you the Spring Citywide...
04/03/2025

BIG NEWS: We’re teaming up with Chicago Transit Authority and other powerhouse partners to bring you the Spring Citywide Career Fair—and you don’t want to miss it! Meet employers actively hiring across construction, healthcare, transportation, retail, and more, with some even conducting on-the-spot interviews! Walk-ins welcome, but registration is strongly recommended. Click below to get started!

https://bit.ly/Spring25Citywide

Three fantastic opportunities to join Endeavor Health! With opportunities in direct patient care and security, this is a...
04/02/2025

Three fantastic opportunities to join Endeavor Health! With opportunities in direct patient care and security, this is a great chance to bring your unique skills and experience to an organization deeply committed to employee success. Swipe to learn more, and click the link below to get started today! Our team is excited to help you through the hiring process.

https://sfcf.my.salesforce-sites.com/openJobs/endeavor?source=Facebook

Wintrust is now hiring relationship bankers to be their go-to experts for personalized banking services! From teller tra...
03/12/2025

Wintrust is now hiring relationship bankers to be their go-to experts for personalized banking services! From teller transactions to helping clients with their financial goals, you’ll be at the heart of this trusted community bank with a "promote from within" culture. If you have prior banking experience, this role could be a great fit. With competitive benefits and family-friendly hours, It's the perfect opportunity to invest in your future. Click the link below to apply!
https://sfcf.my.site.com/skillsportal/s/job-details-page?JN=58&source=Facebook

Exciting News…We are honored to be recipients of a Catalyst Impact Grant from the Stand Together Foundation! This transf...
01/17/2025

Exciting News…We are honored to be recipients of a Catalyst Impact Grant from the Stand Together Foundation! This transformative support will fuel Skills for Chicagoland's Future's national expansion efforts, enabling us to reach and empower more job seekers and value-aligned employers across the country.

Through this partnership, we have the opportunity to collaborate with other Catalyst organizations, sharing insights and strategies while honing our data and measurement systems to ensure our programs are as impactful as possible.

The Stand Together Foundation's Catalyst Impact Grant Program aligns perfectly with our mission: investing in people and communities to create lasting change. Together, we are making strides toward building a brighter future for underserved job seekers, employers, and affiliate sites.

Learn more about this inspiring program and the incredible work being done by Stand Together Foundation here: https://standtogether.org/newsroom/strong-safe-communities/stand-together-foundation-grants-15-million-to-nonprofit-partners-developing-innovative-solutions-to-their-communities-biggest-challenges

Catalyst Impact Grant Program empowers the most effective nonprofits in the country to accelerate their impact and transform how society thinks about solving the greatest problems we face.

This week our CEO, Bridget Altenburg, took part in a panel with Liz Eversoll, Beth Rudden, and Elizabeth Crain at the Hu...
10/18/2024

This week our CEO, Bridget Altenburg, took part in a panel with Liz Eversoll, Beth Rudden, and Elizabeth Crain at the Human Potential Summit which was in partnership with Career Highways. They discussed how technology and AI are reshaping career pathways. The panel also explored how job seekers can leverage their unique backgrounds, upskill, and discover new career tracks to achieve economic mobility. The summit emphasized building an inclusive workforce and breaking down long-standing barriers in hiring processes, empowering both students and job seekers to find meaningful jobs they love.

Today, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day and honor the rich history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous commun...
10/14/2024

Today, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day and honor the rich history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous communities.

At Skills for America's Future, we recognize the importance of equity and inclusion in building a more just workforce. Let’s continue to uplift Indigenous voices and work together to create opportunities for all jobseekers in our communities.

Today, we’re celebrating Lacee O’Brien, our exceptional Senior Development Manager of National Expansion at Skills for A...
09/20/2024

Today, we’re celebrating Lacee O’Brien, our exceptional Senior Development Manager of National Expansion at Skills for America's Future. Lacee’s strategic leadership and dedication have been instrumental in expanding our mission beyond Chicago, creating opportunities for jobseekers nationwide.

Thank you, Lacee, for your contributions and commitment to growth. Your hard work and vision continue to inspire us all. Happy Skilliversary!

And that's a wrap! The 2024 Skills for America's Future 2024 Partner Summit has officially come to a close after two inc...
09/11/2024

And that's a wrap! The 2024 Skills for America's Future 2024 Partner Summit has officially come to a close after two incredible days of collaboration and innovation. The first day kicked off at the Skills for Chicagoland's Future Employment Champions Breakfast where we celebrated organizations and leaders working to create more equitable job opportunities in Chicago. Later attendees went on a tour of North Lawndale, led by Dilla of Chicago Mahogany, offering a unique look into the community’s rich history and economic potential.

Throughout the summit, participants engaged in insightful discussions on best practices, strategic partnerships, and workforce inclusivity. Thought leaders and industry experts shared valuable perspectives on the future of work, economic mobility, and talent development. Skills for America’s Future sends a huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this event a success.

To keep the momentum going and learn more about how Skills for America's Future can support your organization's workforce goals, visit https://hubs.li/Q02PBl7_0.

This Labor Day, we honor the resilience and dedication of workers across the nation. At Skills for America's Future, we ...
09/02/2024

This Labor Day, we honor the resilience and dedication of workers across the nation.
At Skills for America's Future, we are committed to creating pathways to meaningful employment, ensuring that individuals have the opportunity to succeed in the workforce. Together, we can build a stronger, more equitable economy that benefits everyone.

Last week, Skills for America's Future was excited to host the Metro Atlanta Chamber and Workforce Solutions Collaborati...
08/22/2024

Last week, Skills for America's Future was excited to host the Metro Atlanta Chamber and Workforce Solutions Collaborative of Metro Hartford in Chicago for three days of collaboration and partnership-building. These organizations are preparing to implement Skills’ jobs-first model, aimed at connecting job seekers in their regions with quality employment opportunities.

Interested in bringing the Skills model to your city? Learn more about becoming our next affiliate site at https://hubs.li/Q02MdSVs0.

Get ready to elevate your professional image!Skills is offering FREE professional headshots at our Resource Day on TOMOR...
08/12/2024

Get ready to elevate your professional image!

Skills is offering FREE professional headshots at our Resource Day on TOMORROW, Tuesday, August 13th!

A photographer will be onsite, so come camera-ready—no changing rooms will be available. You'll receive your final photo within 7 days.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!

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