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SUMMARY:Work 4 Illinois Recruitment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are You Looking for a State of Illinois Job?\nThe Illinois Department of Employment Security invites You to a Work 4 Illinois Recruitment Workshop featuring Central Management Services! \nThe workshop will include the following services: \n\nInstruction on how to apply for jobs with the State of Illinois\nOverview of current job openings & opportunities with multiple agencies\nSummary of the application process and a walkthrough of the CMS100\nTips for applying and interviewing\nCompletion and collection of application requirements\nInformation on IllinoisJobLink.com\n\nDate: MON\, June 29th 10:00am through 11:30am \nLocation: 1400 S. Wolf Rd. Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL 60090 \nPre-registration is required. To pre-register\, please call Alejandra Baidoc at 847-484-8127\, or email alejandra.baidoc@illinois.gov \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/work-4-illinois-recruitment-workshop-6/
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:Illinois State Treasurer I-Cash event
DESCRIPTION:American Job Center in Wheeling \n1400 S Wolf Road\, Wheeling\, IL \n \n \nIllinois State Treasure at AJC Wheeling flyer 2026 dates Rev March date change\n 
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/illinois-state-treasurer-i-cash-event-11/
LOCATION:American Job Center in Wheeling\, 1400 South Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource Fair
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SUMMARY:Excel Function Overview (In Person Class)
DESCRIPTION:Excel Function Overview (In Person Class)\nExcel Functions Overview: Setup\, structure and syntax\, common problems with functions\, and troubleshooting tips \nNot as confident about Excel functions as you’d like to be? This in person class is designed for people who have used Excel but don’t feel they know enough about functions. We’ll talk about function syntax\, how to recognize problems with functions\, how the function library is organized\, and some general troubleshooting for Excel spreadsheets. \nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! \n \nRegistration closes 24 hours prior to class. Walk-ins accepted on a space available basis. \nWorkshop Location: \nAmerican Job Center in Wheeling \n1400 S Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL 60090 \n(One block south of Palatine/Willow Road & Wolf Road – west side of Wolf Rd. Ample free parking in front.) \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is only space for 15 people per workshop.\nCheck in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic\, construction & weather.\nWorkshops 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 can use your seat. We will have an extensive waiting list – so if you cannot come – PLEASE CANCEL.\nPlease do NOT REGISTER MULTIPLE TIMES.\n\nThe American Job Center in Wheeling 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-function-overview-in-person-class-5/
LOCATION:American Job Center in Wheeling\, 1400 South Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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SUMMARY:Excel Lookup Functions (NEW! In-Person Class)
DESCRIPTION:Dig into VLOOKUP\, INDEX/MATCH and other important lookup functions. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll dive into some of the most important lookup functions in Excel and their uses: VLOOKUP\, INDEX/MATCH\, and other similar functions. These functions are essential for searching for data in large datasets and bringing back related information. We’ll explore the pros and cons of VLOOKUP\, INDEX and MATCH.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! Walk-ins accepted on a space available basis. \nRegistration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nClass Location: \nAmerican Job Center in Wheeling \n1400 S Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL 60090 \n(One block south of Palatine/Willow Road & Wolf Road – west side of Wolf Rd. Ample free parking in front.) \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is only space for 15 people per workshop.\nCheck in 15 minutes prior to workshop. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic\, construction & weather.\nWorkshops 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 can use your seat. We will have an extensive waiting list – so if you cannot come – PLEASE CANCEL.\nPlease do NOT REGISTER MULTIPLE TIMES.\n\nThe American Job Center in Wheeling 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/excel-lookup-functions-new-in-person-class-4/
LOCATION:American Job Center in Wheeling\, 1400 South Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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SUMMARY:Excel Pivot Tables (New! In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of Pivot Table construction in Excel. We’ll discuss data organization\, define what a pivot table does\, and create several examples of this need-to-know Excel feature. Familiarity with the Sorting and Filtering tools in Excel is recommended.\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS CLASS! Walk-ins accepted on a space available basis. \nRegistration closes 24 hours prior to class. \n \nClass Location: \nAmerican Job Center in Wheeling \n1400 S Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL 60090 \n(One block south of Palatine/Willow Road & Wolf Road – west side of Wolf Rd. Ample free parking in front.) \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is only space for 15 people per class.\nCheck in 15 minutes prior to class. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE after session starts. Be sure to allow enough time for traffic\, construction & weather.\nWorkshops 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 can use your seat. We will have an extensive waiting list – so if you cannot come – PLEASE CANCEL.\nPlease do NOT REGISTER MULTIPLE TIMES.\n\nThe American Job Center in Wheeling 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/excel-pivot-tables-new-in-person-4/
LOCATION:American Job Center in Wheeling\, 1400 South Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop
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SUMMARY:MS Word – Formatting Your Resume for Applicant Tracking Systems (In Person Class)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to format a standard applicant tracking system\, compliant resume including how to set tabs correctly\, insert stored text\, and track changes.  \nMany companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage resumes and applications. If the ATS can’t read or understand the information on your resume\, your application might not be evaluated or considered. For the best chance of a job interview\, your resume needs to be formatted in an “ATS-friendly” format.\n\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP! Walk-ins accepted on a space available basis. Registration closes 24 hours prior to class.\n  \n \nWorkshop Location:\n\nAmerican Job Center in Wheeling\n1400 S Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL 60090\n(One block south of Palatine/Willow Road & Wolf Road – west side of Wolf Rd. Ample free parking in front.) \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nYou must register as there is only space for 15 people per workshop.\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 can use your seat. We will have an extensive waiting list – so if you cannot come – PLEASE CANCEL.\nPlease do NOT REGISTER MULTIPLE TIMES.\n\nThe American Job Center in Wheeling 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/ms-word-formatting-your-resume-for-applicant-tracking-systems-in-person-class-8/
LOCATION:American Job Center in Wheeling\, 1400 South Wolf Road\, Building 200\, Suite 200\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computer workshop,Job Search Workshop
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SUMMARY:Job Fair Secrets: Expert advice on how to prepare and navigate with confidence.
DESCRIPTION:A step-by-step guide to help you prepare\nThis is an in-person event. \n\n\nNavigating a job fair/hiring event requires preparation. This interactive workshop guides you to successfully prepare\, navigate\, network and follow-up like a pro. Job fairs are an excellent opportunity to network\, connect with potential employers\, and discover new career paths. But navigating a job fair successfully requires strategy\, preparation\, and confidence. In this interactive workshop\, we’ll teach you how to make the most of your job fair experience. \n \n\nWalk-ins are welcome on a space available basis.\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nQuestions? email contact@bcsillinois.org  \nIMPORTANT: For additional job fairs\, free workshops and free computer classes\, visit https://www.ajcwheeling.com/events/ \n\n\nBCS is committed to providing all customers with quality\, professional services as well as a safe and comfortable learning environment. The use of our resources (in person or virtual) implies acceptance of our Customer Code of Conduct (see attached Code of Conduct)\, which is based on the principle of respect for all customers and staff.\n\n\nhttps://www.ajcwheeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Customer-Code-of-Conduct-handout.pdf \n\n\n\n\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\n\n\nChiCookWorks.org/DOL-Funding\n\n.
URL:https://bcsillinois.org/event/job-fair-secrets-expert-advice-on-how-to-prepare-and-navigate-with-confidence-7/
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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