We post a weekly resource list featuring key opportunities in Illinois. The Resource List includes workshops, cohorts, career and funding opportunities, and more.

Check out this week's resource list!

These events are presented by state, local and neighborhood organizations.

The list is also posted to West Side Forward's social media platforms.

Career Opportunities

• Chicago BACP is seeking an Administrative Manager and Project Coordinator. The application deadline is Saturday, March 1 at 11:59 PM.

• Cook County Assessor's Office is hiring a Junior Network Administrator. The application deadline is Monday, March 3.

• MWRD is hiring an Architectural Ironworker and Structural Ironworker.

• Chicago Public Library Foundation is seeking a Finance Director.

• Chicago Workers' Collaborative is seeking a Family Law Paralegal.

• Coleman Foundation Chicago is hiring a Grants Manager.

• Chicago Jobs Council is hiring a Development Manager.

Workshops

• BUILD Chicago is hosting a Rap Sheet Workshop on Friday, April 4 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at 3510 S Michigan Ave. This event is limited to the first 50 who register.

Internships

• The Illinois Prison Project is seeking a Legal Support Intern for summer 2025. This internship is ideal for students interested in pursuing careers in social work, lawyering, advocacy, etc. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, April 1.

Scholarships

• Apply to the IMDC Scholarship Program presented by the Illinois Medical District Commission (IMDC). This new initiative offers financial support to Chicago youth who plan to continue their education and demonstrate academic excellence. The IMDC Scholarship Program will award up to ten (10) merit-based $1,000 scholarships to local high school, higher education, and graduate students. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 7 at 5:00 PM CT.

Events

• Attend the Lollapalooza and Sueños Festival Job Fair on Wednesday, March 5 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Malcolm X College.

• The Chicago Park District is hosting multiple Teen Opportunity Fairs on Saturday, March 1 (Washington Park), Saturday, March 8 (Malcom X College), and Saturday, March 15 (Warren Park).