Career Solutions Newsletter
Customized for Job Seekers
Career Solutions is a monthly e-newsletter from the Job Center of Lake County, providing the latest job resources, workforce updates, and career opportunities.
October 2026 Newsletter
Job Center on the Move
Meet with a Job Center representative one-on-one to work on the next steps in your career. We can help you customize your resume, learn about growing businesses in your area, and connect with grant funded training, and apply for CEJA opportunities. View the calendar to learn more about locations. Walk-ins are first-come, first-served.
September 2026
Incarceration to Inspiration
Lake County Workforce Development offers subsidized work experience opportunities that help qualified individuals gain the skills and industry credentials needed to compete in today’s job market. These paid internships provide hands-on experience alongside seasoned professionals, building the future workforce…
August 2026
Internship to HR Generalist
A Work, Earn, and Learn (WEL) Program is a workforce development initiative offered through partnerships between Lake County Workforce Development and participating employers throughout Lake County. One such partnership, with Grayslake Community High School District 127, offered Monika a full-time…
July 2026
Lake County SkillBridge Success Story
Fiona, served six years in the U.S. Air Force as a Signal Analyst and was last stationed at Joint Base Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. She selected the Lake County SkillBridge Program so she could be near her family in the area, and because it offered her the opportunity to gain experience within the Judicial Courts and…
June 2026
Hire Lake County Round Lake Beach Job Fair
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Don’t miss out on the opportunity to meet with top employers at the Round Lake Beach Civic Center Job Fair. Join us June 23, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (Veterans early access at 10:30 AM), at 2007 N Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073…
May 2026
Apprenticeship Job Fair
The Manufacturing Alliance, Lake County Workforce Development and the McHenry County Workforce Network are partnering to offer employers an opportunity to recruit apprentices. Join us May 27, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM (Veterans early access at 10:30 AM), at Advanced Technology Center (7735 W Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031)…
April 2026
Spring Job Fair
Connect with local employers and career resources in various industries including: Healthcare, Transportation, and Government. Join us on April 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at Waukegan Field House (800 Baldwin Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085)…
March 2026
This popular program, funded by the Lake County Board, will provide meaningful work experiences in various worksites for approximately 175 young people this summer. Applications will be available from March 1 to April 15 on the Job Center website at lakecountyjobcenter.com…
February 2026
Grant-Funded Training: How To Make It Work For You
Discover how our programs open doors to career growth and skill development through accessible training opportunities. This session will give you a clear overview of the support available and how we guide you toward employment success. Mark your calendar for February 24, 2026…
January 2026
State of the Workforce & Economy
This workshop offers a clear look at Lake County’s economic health, labor market trends, and the skills shaping today’s workforce. Participants will hear insights from business leaders, workforce experts, local chambers, and economic development partners about emerging opportunities and the…
December 2025
Internship & Career Expo
Meet us at the Job Center of Lake County table at the Internship & Career Expo! Discover career paths, internships, and networking opportunities. Meet employers and universities ready to help you launch your career. Date: December 11, 2025; Time: 4PM to 6PM; Location: University Center of Lake County…
October 2025
Introduction to the data.census.gov Tool
Unlock the Power of Data: Data-driven Tools from the U.S. Census Bureau. Are you an employer, community-based organization, government local agency, or non-profit looking to make smarter, data-driven decisions? Join our free workshops designed to help you leverage valuable data to understand your community, grow your…
November 2025
Lake County Workforce Development qualifies individuals for WIOA grant funding for training and employment assistance, empowering job seekers to pursue training in high-demand, high-wage fields such as healthcare. This funding aims to equip unemployed and underemployed individuals with…