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SUMMARY:PowerPoint Basics – (In Person Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:PowerPoint Basics: Create\, edit and format slides\, use themes\, transitions and animation.\nThis in-person class is taught in 1 session (see below)\n\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours the day prior to class. Walk-ins accepted on a space available basis.\n  \n \nWorkshop Location: \nAmerican Job Center in Wheeling \n1400 S Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL 60090 \nOne block south of Palatine-Willow Road & Wolf Road. West side of Wolf Road. Ample free parking. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is only space for 15 people per class.\nCheck in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic\, construction & weather.\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\nEach person has their own computer for learning.\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MULTIPLE TIMES.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org \nsubject to change without notice.
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/powerpoint-basics-in-person-workshop-4/
LOCATION:American Job Center in Wheeling\, 1400 South Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Job Search Workshop
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SUMMARY:AJC On the Move – Mobile Resources
DESCRIPTION:The American Job Center in Wheeling is on the move!\nStaff will be on-site offering free employment and career services. Stop by for free job search assistance\, resume reviews\, interview preparation\, and access to employment and training resources. Open to all job seekers and NO appointment necessary. \nLocation and Dates:\nSchaumburg Township District Library Locations:\n\nHoffman Estates Branch – 9/4 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm\nCentral Library – 9/9 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm\nHanover Park Branch – 9/29 from 9:30am to 12:00pm\n\n  \n\n 
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/ajc-on-the-move-mobile-resources-27/
LOCATION:Hoffman Estates Branch Library\, 1550 Hassell Rd\, Hoffman Estates\, IL 60169\, Hoffman Estates\, IL\, 60169\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T110000
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SUMMARY:Excel Basics Part 1 (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:How spreadsheets work\, basic formulas\, functions\, and formatting.\nThis webinar is part 1 of a 2-part webinar series designed to introduce key concepts crucial to building a working knowledge of MS Excel. In this webinar we’ll talk about the Excel environment\, explore basic formulas and functions\, and discuss spreadsheet formatting options.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nCheck in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. \n\n\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\n\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\n  \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org \nSubject to change without notice.
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-basics-part-1-virtual-class-10/
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T110000
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SUMMARY:LinkedIn Advanced with AI (Virtual Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Take your LinkedIn presence to the next level! \nThrough our partnership with Harper College\, this workshop goes beyond the basics and guides you through practical\, actionable strategies to boost your job search\, including: \n🔹 Generating tailored headlines and summaries with AI-powered suggestions\n🔹 Discovering strategies to target the right jobs and employers\n🔹 Optimizing and balancing your professional content\n🔹 Learning best practices for making professional connections and networking \nWalk away with practical tips and AI shortcuts to help you stand out\, grow your network\, and land more opportunities! \nAs part of the registration process\, we will review your LinkedIn profile to confirm the essentials are in place. After this review\, you will receive an email containing the Zoom meeting link for your scheduled session. \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/linkedin-advanced-with-ai-virtual-workshop-19/
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org
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SUMMARY:Excel Basics Part 2 (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:Sort and filter data\, work with columns\, rows\, sheets\, and copy/paste\nThis webinar is part 2 of a 2-part webinar series designed to introduce key concepts crucial to building a working knowledge of MS Excel. In this 90-minute webinar we’ll learn to sort and filter\, work with columns\, rows and sheets\, and explore different ways to use copy and paste in Excel.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS!\n \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual class.\n\n\nCheck in 15 minutes prior to class. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. \n\n\nClasses are for individuals age 18+.\n\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please let us know a minimum of 48 hours prior to class so someone else on the waiting list can use your seat.\n\n\nPlease DO NOT REGISTER MORE THAN ONCE.\n\nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL: contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-basics-part-2-virtual-class-10/
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T093000
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SUMMARY:Excel Function Overview (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:Function overview & troubleshooting\, Comments\, and printing in Excel\nReady to go beyond the SUM function? This 90-minute webinar is for users with some Excel experience\, but want to go deeper into functions\, how they are set up\, how to troubleshoot errors and where to go for help when you run into issues. \nDesigned to introduce key concepts crucial to building a working knowledge of MS Excel. We will explore additional functions\, look at how functions behave in the Excel environment\, add Comments\, and discuss printing options in Excel. \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is limited space for this virtual workshop.\n\n\nWorkshops are for individuals age 18+.\n\nQuestions? email contact@bcsillinois.org \nOur agency is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Funding for this program is made possible through a grant provided by the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership. This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. For more information\, please visit ChiCookWorks.org/DOL-Funding \nSubject to change without notice.
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/excel-function-overview-virtual-class/
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop
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SUMMARY:Organize Your Job Search workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/organize-your-job-search-workshop/
LOCATION:Markham Public Library\, 16640 Kedzie Avenue\, Markham\, IL\, 60428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Job Search Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T160000
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UID:10000396-1788955200-1788969600@bcsillinois.org
SUMMARY:Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/job-fair-2/
LOCATION:St Joseph Ukrainian Catholic Church\, 5000 N Cumberland Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60656\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiring Event,Job Fair
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SUMMARY:Optimize Your New MS Outlook Experience (Virtual Class)
DESCRIPTION:In this 90-minute webinar\, we will explore practical strategies to organize and streamline your workflow using the new version of Microsoft Outlook. Learn how to effectively manage folders\, create rules\, apply categories\, and use shortcuts and built-in time-saving tools—all within the updated Outlook interface. \nDesigned to help you work smarter\, this session focuses specifically on features and navigation unique to the new Outlook experience (not the Classic version). \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/optimize-your-new-ms-outlook-experience-virtual-class-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260819T184534Z
CREATED:20260817T184531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T184534Z
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SUMMARY:Creating Your Target Resume
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/creating-your-target-resume/
LOCATION:Blue Island Public Library\, 2433 York Street\, Blue Island\, IL\, 60406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Job Search Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260819T184531Z
CREATED:20260819T184531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T184531Z
UID:10000404-1789650000-1789660800@bcsillinois.org
SUMMARY:AJC On the Move – Mobile Resources
DESCRIPTION:The American Job Center in Wheeling is on the move!\nStaff will be on site offering free employment and career services. Stop by for free job search assistance\, resume reviews\, interview preparation\, and access to employment and training resources. Open to all job seekers and NO appointment necessary. \nLocation and Dates:\nTownship of Schaumburg\n1 Illinois Blvd.\, Hoffman Estates\n1:00-4:00pm
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/ajc-on-the-move-mobile-resources-28/
LOCATION:Township of Schaumburg\, 1 Illinois Blvd\, Hoffman Estates\, 60169\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T153000
DTSTAMP:20260819T184532Z
CREATED:20260819T184532Z
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UID:10000405-1789653600-1789659000@bcsillinois.org
SUMMARY:LinkedIn Advanced with AI (Virtual Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Take your LinkedIn presence to the next level! \nThrough our partnership with Harper College\, this workshop goes beyond the basics and guides you through practical\, actionable strategies to boost your job search\, including: \n🔹 Generating tailored headlines and summaries with AI-powered suggestions\n🔹 Discovering strategies to target the right jobs and employers\n🔹 Optimizing and balancing your professional content\n🔹 Learning best practices for making professional connections and networking \nWalk away with practical tips and AI shortcuts to help you stand out\, grow your network\, and land more opportunities! \nAs part of the registration process\, we will review your LinkedIn profile to confirm the essentials are in place. After this review\, you will receive an email containing the Zoom meeting link for your scheduled session. \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Registration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nThis American Job Center is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff. READ: https://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \nQUESTIONS? EMAIL contact@bcsillinois.org
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/linkedin-advanced-with-ai-virtual-workshop-20/
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business and Career Services Inc.":MAILTO:contact@bcsillinois.org
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