
Request For Proposal (RFP)
The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership (The Partnership) as the administrative entity of Local Workforce Innovation Area (LWIA) 7 serving Cook County inclusive of the City of Chicago, is soliciting proposals from those organizations who wish to be considered for an American Job Center provider under Title I of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding to provide services to job seekers and businesses at one of the 10 One Stop Centers throughout Cook County.

We’re placing more than 14,000 people in employment annually. Helping more than 2000 employers retain staff and find quality hires. Providing service through our network of more than 90 providers. All services are FREE! Connect with The Partnership, today!
Get connected to our ten American Job Centers today by calling (800) 720-2515.

The Chatham Education and Workforce Center opened in January of 2021. It is an important part of The Partnership’s network on the South Side of Chicago.

Join The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership for, “A Hire Calling,” a discussion with business leaders and successful returning employees about the movement to build a stronger economy through second chance hiring.

We want to introduce you to some of the members of The Chicago COVID Contract Tracing Corps. Meet Jeff A. hired by Metropolitan Family Service “I wake up every day, knowing that I am empowered and able to make a difference in my community by providing information, comfort, and the resources needed to keep residents safe.”

Restaurant and hospitality workers: If you’ve lost your job, The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership can help you find a new one, using the skills you already have.
Get information about free career coaching, including resume writing, interview preparation, occupational training, and job placement services.
You can also call 1-800-720-2515
Text “ChiServes” to 474747.

Learn how to use digital tools that can improve your job search!

Aproveche nuestros cursos gratuitos en línea!

Suburban Cook County COVID-19 Recovery: Job Training and Placement Program
The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership (The Partnership) is receiving $4 million from Cook County in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding. The support comes as part of the Cook County COVID-19 Recovery Job Training and Placement Program, which provides funding to train and place individuals dislocated by, and avert layoff of workers at businesses negatively impacted by, the effects of COVID-19. The funding will support training, placement, and career coaching programs for job seekers and provide additional resources for employers and training providers serving or located in suburban Cook County

The Partnership joins Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot to announce the 31 Community Based Organizations (CBOs) selected to hire individuals for Chicago’s COVID Contact Tracing Corps (Corps).
In July, The Partnership received a two-year, $56 million grant from the City of Chicago and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) to serve as the Lead Coordinating Organization overseeing this program.

As the LWIA (Local Workforce Investment Area) for Chicago and Cook County, The Partnership is receiving $4.275 million from a Disaster Recovery Grant Program and $3.875 million from an Employment Recovery Grant Program, both of which are part of the National Dislocated Worker Program. The grants are intended to provide dislocated workers employment and training while assisting with local disaster relief programs and in-demand industries connected to the ongoing crisis.
Visit Illinois.gov/GetHired for information

We’ve partnered with Roadtrip Nation to create a Young Adult Workforce Development Portal, a career exploration tool for young adults in the Chicagoland area. This portal allows young adults the opportunity to connect with workforce resources and virtual job shadowing experiences across industry sectors.
Visit the portal today, and find your path.
News
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Request for Proposals: Illinois Future Energy Jobs Act Solar Training Pipeline Program
April 12, 2021
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Request For Proposal (RFP): American Job Centers WIOA Title I Services
March 17, 2021
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THE CHICAGO COOK WORKFORCE PARTNERSHIP CELEBRATES VIRTUAL GRAND OPENING OF CHATHAM EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE CENTER
January 19, 2021
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Governor Pritzker and President Preckwinkle Announce New Statewide Network to Deploy Computer Devices for Low-Income Residents Across the State
December 16, 2020
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Mayor Lightfoot Announces $10 Million Chicago Hospitality Grant Program As Part Of Emergency Relief Package For Restaurants, Bars And Their Employees
November 5, 2020
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The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership and Cook County Assist Residents and Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic
October 28, 2020

Montserrat was matched with Blue Lacuna 1647, a co-working space and business incubator in Pilsen. She taught computer game development to 8 – 12-year-olds for the Latina Girl’s Code. As a result of Montserrat’s hard work throughout the Opportunity Works program, Blue Lacuna offered her a position as a subcontractor at North Eastern Illinois University where she teaches classes in web design and development!

Mary M. graduated from the Technical Opportunities Program, hosted by Chicago Women in Trades (CWIT) and funded by The Partnership. Mary now works as a mill cabinet apprentice. She credits her success to the support of CWIT, saying “CWIT is about more than the hard work of preparing women to transition into a new career. It’s the sisterhood, the togetherness, the understanding that we need each other.”

Kobi E. graduated from the Automotive Service and Repair Career Pathways Program, a partnership of Oakton Community College, the Youth Job Center in Evanston and Evanston Township High School funded by The Partnership. Kobi is excited about the future, saying, “This program taught me about perseverance and staying focused on the task at hand.” Kobi will be attending Oakton Community College this fall.

Trevon W. graduated from the Certified Nursing Assistant Program, hosted by Tukiendorf Training Institute (TTI) and funded by The Partnership. Trevon now works as a nursing assistant. He is excited to start his career journey and appreciate TTI’s guidance saying, “The teachers were engaging, and the class sizes were small, really giving me the time and attention I needed to succeed.”

Tupac B. graduated from the Manufacturing Careers Internship Program boot camp hosted by The Partnership’s young adult initiative Opportunity Works. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic spiking during his program, he remained determined and landed a job as a line worker. Tupac is excited about his future, saying, “The manufacturing careers internship program changed my life forever. It gave me the push I needed to start saving, earn my driver’s license, and improve my quality of life.”

Diante H. graduated from The Partnership’s young adult-focused initiative, OpportunityWorks. Diante now works as a production machinist for Laystrom Manufacturing Company. Laystrom Manufacturing is a proud employer, saying, “Diante is a very dedicated fast learner. He exhibits such eagerness to learn and lead that we promoted him within his first six months of employment.”