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Recognizing its economic, societal and organizational benefits, we are committed leaders of workforce diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Advocating and supporting equitable access to career and employment opportunities, we partner with employers in the region to create equity in the workplace and promote a culture of belonging where everyone is seen, heard and valued.
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News & Testimonials
Youth Success -Pharmacy Technician Internship Program
More good news about the pharmacy technician internship program we told you about in the Innovative Partnerships section above...click the photo below to view the 23 WIFR video coverage. A...
Success Story – Suzie
Suzie recently graduated with honors from Rock Valley College's Respiratory Care program (AAS). She quickly received a job offer and is set to begin at Rush University Medical Center as a...
Success Story – Adelbert
Adelbert recently completed a paid work experience with Winnebago County Housing Authority, where he helped run the cafeteria program and worked the food pantry monthly. After his work experience...
Success Story – Jessica
Jessica enrolled in the Elevate program in May of 2022. Jessica was a stay-at-home mother looking for employment and she expressed that she couldn’t seem to get a job, saying “I didn’t have my GED...
July 25 2024 Job Fair Rockford IL
Looking for a new career? Trying to decide which industry fits you best? This event is for you! Join us on Thursday July 25th from 1-5 pm at the UW Sports Factory, 305 S. Madison Street,...
Pharmacy Technician internships
Harlem high school students started training in a brand new Pharmacy Technician program yesterday in conjunction with UW Health and The Workforce Connection. These students are getting classroom and...
The Workforce Connection Board
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Serving Boone, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties in Northern Illinois
Please note: The next press release with September 2024 information will be Thursday, October 24, 2024.
Data provided by the Illinois Department of Employment Security, Logan Taira.
For any additional Labor Market information data inquiries, please reach out to The Workforce Connection at businessservices@theworkforceconnection.org .
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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 this website may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment by calling TTY (800) 526-0844 or 711. Contact the Equal Opportunity Officer at 815-395-6638. 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
