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

• Cook County Public Defender's Office is seeking a Deputy of Communications. Apply by Monday, March 25.

• Housing Authority of Cook County is hiring multiple positions including an Assistant Property Manager, Office Assistant, and Housing Specialist.

• Foundation of Little Village is looking for a Program Director.

• Chicago Department of Public Health is looking for a Director of Nutrition (#395282) and Public Health Nutritionist II (#395280).

• After School Matters is looking for a Payroll Administrator and Program Director.

• North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) is seeking a Housing Law Practice Assistant. To apply, email your resume and a cover letter to info@nslegalaid.org.

• Illinois Harm Reduction & Recovery Coalition is seeking a Coalition Coordinator.

Scholarships

• Apply to the NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS Scholarship. This is an employment-based scholarship open to students enrolled in a health and human services-related field of study at University of Illinois Chicago or Richard Daley City College with an interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals.

Internships

• Illinois Prison Project is seeking a Legal Program Intern! Apply by Monday, April 1.
   

Hiring Events

• Lincoln Park Zoo is hosting a Seasonal Job Fair on Saturday, March 2 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Attend the job fair to learn about entry-level jobs and internship opportunities. The event will be held at Lincoln Park Zoo.

• Metropolitan Family Services is hosting a Hiring Event on Tuesday, March 5 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. The event will be held at 235 E. 103rd Street.

• Kennedy King College is hosting a Lollapalooza and Sueños Festival Career Fair on Saturday, March 9 at 12:00 PM. This event will be held on the Kennedy-King College campus.

• Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership and Network Able Network are hosting a Hiring Fair for regional residents and new arrivals on Tuesday, March 19 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.