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

• Grassroots Alliance for Police Accountability (GAPA) is looking for a full-time GAPA Coordinator. Apply by Thursday, March 14.

• Illinois Prison Project is looking for a Community Navigator. The deadline to apply is Thursday, March 28.

• The Chicago Urban League is looking for a Program Advocate.

• NLEN is hiring multiple positions including a Director of Grants and Research, Executive Administrator, Data Specialist, Client Solutions Specialist, and Chief Financial Officer.

• Chicago Park District is hiring multiple positions including Lifeguards, Recreation Leaders, Junior Laborers, and more.

• Metropolitan Family Services is hiring Teachers.

• Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is hiring a Cultural Affairs Coordinator II (# 394893) and a Student Intern (# 0404-DCASE-2024).

Trainings

• Apply to the Impact Culinary Training Program. This no-cost program is for young adults ages 18-24 who are ready to learn and launch their culinary career.

Scholarships

• Apply to the NLGA Lt. Governors’ STEM Scholarship Program. Teachers in pre-K – 12th grade schools may apply for a scholarship to further STEM education through a project, equipment, program, or curriculum. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 15.

• Apply for The Chicago Urban League Scholarship. This scholarship is available for high school students and returning full-time students continuing their post-secondary education. The scholarship awards will range from $1,000-$10,000. The deadline to apply is Sunday, March 31 at 11:59 PM CST.

• Apply to the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) Scholarship. This scholarship is for high school seniors and undergraduate students who will continue their education at a two or four-year institution in Fall 2024. The deadline to apply is Friday, May 31.

Internships

• Block Club Chicago is looking for summer interns. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 15.

• Apply for the Chicago Housing Authority Summer Internship Program. This 8-week program will provide opportunities for college students to work in a professional environment, build workplace skills, and gain valuable experience.
   

Hiring Events

• The Chicago Urban League is hosting a Solar Hiring Event on Tuesday, March 26 from 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM.

• Attend the Women Veterans Town Hall, Resource and Employment Fair on Saturday, March 30 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. This event will be held at Malcom X College, Auditorium, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd.