EDGEWATER — In need of a job, or looking to start a new career?
Ald. Harry Osterman, Sen. Heather Steans, Rep. Kelly Cassidy and several statewide hiring organizations are hosting a job fair for the 48th Ward on Sept. 3 at Saint Andrew Greek Orthodox Church, 5639 N. Sheridan Road, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., in an effort to help local residents "connect" with hiring business, as well as brush up on job search basics.
"We heard from a lot of residents that a job fair would be helpful," Osterman said. "We like to think of ourselves as 'connectors,' so our goal is to connect people in our community who are looking for jobs with companies and organizations in need of employees. This is the first time we’re hosting a job fair, and our hope is to build on the event in the future."
A flier for the event tells job-seekers that "business attire" is required for the event, and encourages attendees to bring copies of their current resume to hand out among employers.
Don't have a resume? Organizers say to come anyway.
They'll be offering tips on how to get the most out of hiring events, how to properly write and format a resume, suggestions on how to effectively search for jobs and best practices for interviewing.
Confirmed employers include:
1. Anchor Staffing
2. Acceptance Now
3. LaCosta
4. Radio Advertising Inc.
5. Grossinger Auto Group
6. Child Care Careers
7. Gate Gourmet
8. McKlein
9. Illinois Tollway
10. Apex Security
11. Verizon Wireless
12. Manufacturers Link
13. Bethany Methodist Hospital
14. 360 (Degree) Photo
15. World Pay
16. Aries Shuttle
17. MV Transit
18. The Maids
19. Pace Suburban Bus
20. Robert Olson and Associates
21. FedEx Ground and Associates
22. InterPark
23. Metaphrasisics Language and Cultural Solutions
24. Cook County Sheriff's Department
25. Kelly Services
26. Staff Management
27. Smart Resources
28. Trinity Services Inc.
29. The Breakers
30. Aramark
Participants can sign up for the event here.
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