With more than 60 employers and resource agencies expected to attend, the fair represents thousands of available jobs in fields such as transportation, construction, manufacturing, healthcare, security, retail, education, banking, and government. #careerfair #jobfair
Patterson said the decision to pay participants was intentional, particularly as young people face the challenge of trying to build careers while also supporting themselves. #chicago #hollywood #danitapatterson
Over the past 15 years, the program has expanded to 38 cohorts and helped more than 700 veterans establish careers in the utility sector, according to the organizations involved. #veterans #umap
The service would provide 15-minute rides on continuous rail between O’Hare’s Terminal 2 and a downtown station near the Old Post Office, at a cost “significantly less” than a rideshare or taxi. #o'hare #rail #centersquare
The inaugural class includes dual-credit students from George Washington High School, allowing participants to earn both high school and college credit while gaining industry-recognized forklift certification. #forklift #chicago #olive-harvey
State leaders described the investment as a significant step in positioning Illinois as a national leader in emerging technologies, while also expanding economic opportunities in historically underserved communities. #jobs #ibm #southside
“We're excited to co-host this event, bringing dozens of employers together in one room so jobseekers who walk in with ambition and hope can walk out with a job offer,” Leerhsen said. “That's what real opportunity looks like.” #cta #career #fair
As part of the expansion, Mars Snacking will open a new North America regional office in the Fulton Market district with capacity for more than 1,000 employees. #jobs #marssnacking #headquarters