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Work-Based Learning Breakfast Briefing 05-29-25
The Workforce Connection is hosting Work-Based Learning Program Breakfast Briefing for employers on May 29, 2025. Click here to open the flyer for details!
Free CDL Workshop May 2025
This free workshop will help you learn what it takes to get your Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Walk-ins are welcome! Click here to open the flyer for details!
Scott’s Success Story
ONSITE Woodwork partnered with The Workforce Connection to assist Scott in getting into and working through the Carpenter Apprentice Program. Through this partnership, he was able to advance through...
ONSITE Woodwork Collaboration
The Workforce Connection (TWC) played a crucial role in helping ONSITE Woodwork meet staffing needs and grow their business. ONSITE was able to hire participants who are now in stable, full-time...
Ruthie’s Success Story
With WIOA funding from The Workforce Connection (TWC), Ruthie is currently pursuing an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Rock Valley College (RVC). TWC...
Daniel’s Success Story
After gaining hands-on experience in the automotive industry as both a Counter Associate and Detailer, Daniel was eager to expand his skill set and take on greater responsibilities in a new setting....
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The Workforce Connection– an Illinois WorkNet Center and partner in the American Job Center network. This program is funded by The Workforce Connection, Inc., Il Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, and the U.S. Department of Labor. The Workforce Connection is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephone numbers on our website www.theworkforceconnection.org may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment by calling TTY (800) 526-0844 or 711. Contact the local Equal Opportunity Officer, Chris Oysti, at 815-395-6676. This program is subject to the provisions of the “Jobs for Veteran’s Act” Public Law 107-288, which provides priority of services to veterans and spouses of certain veterans. To view additional information related to the U.S. Department of Labor funding of this program, please visit www.theworkforceconnection.org/USDOLstatement.