Career Success for Lake County
Spring 2010

 

Illinois workNet logoLake County Workforce Development        
is a partner in the Job Center of Lake County    

    1 N. Genesee St. Waukegan, IL 60085   847.377.3450
800 Lancer Lane Grayslake, IL 60030  847.543.7441

 Dear Job Center Customer  

Discouraged. Angry. Confused. Worried.   These emotions are a common experience for people who are unemployed.  The market is difficult and the path to employment is complicated.  But jobsearch can also be a time of discovery-a time for you to find your true career passion.   We're here to help you find a new path.  Encouraged.  Interested.  Motivated.  Knowledgeable.  Read on . . .
Due to a high volume of traffic, WIA (Workforce Investment Act) funding for the Lake County area is currently limited. Jobseekers who are interested in WIA funding are welcome to attend an information session. There is a significant waiting list for new applicants. Take advantage of our additional resources for jobseekers including workshops, resume preparation, and onsite recruitment.  If you are interested in training, you are also encouraged to research other financial aid options through the Illinois workNet portal or by speaking to a financial aide representative at the school of your choice.
Resource Room Success Stories

Carlos photoCarlos found a job in 2010. So did Vivian and Harold. Learn their tips for success.
  
"In 2009, it seemed like no one was hiring.  I applied everywhere.  This month, jobs suddenly started popping! Don't get discouraged."  Carlos found employment January 2010
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Labor Market Corner
Trends on Indeed

 
Indeed is an amazing job compiler, pulling jobs from many other sites.  It also posts some interesting trends nationwide.  Comparing new jobs posted on the site between March 2010 and the previous year, the site noted strong increases nationwide in the retail (42%), hospitality (33%),  media (30%), real estate (29%).  The transportation (16%) and finance (15%) sectors also increased.   Construction remained the same and the healthcare (4%) sector decreased slightly.  The site also notes an increase in the term "social networking" in new jobs posted.  Visit the site to find a "social networking" job near you. 
 

 13.4%  Unemployment in Lake County in Feb 2010
Career Transformation:
Merchandiser to Truck Driver

TruckphotoNorman lost his job as a a Merchandising Agent in January 2009 when his company closed. He applied for and received training funded by the Workforce Investment Act (WIA).  He attended training at a truck driving school and received his CDL A in November 2009.  Only a few days after graduation, he was offered a job with a Com-ed contractor transporting material from their substations.  
 
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