Welcome to the IL Works Regional Career Fair, Northern District

You’ve picked a GREAT DAY to connect directly with Union Apprenticeship programs, contractors, and industry workforce partners who are ready to help you launch a strong, stable, and rewarding career. Learn about the requirements for entering and succeeding in a skilled Union construction trade, understand your Apprenticeship journey, and prepare for interviews, testing, and everything the process requires.

Below is additional information on the various sessions provided at today’s Career Fair.

10 to 11 a.m. Session #1, Room 204. Apprentice Expectations – Skills, Responsibilities, and Pathways to Success. Provided by IL Works: IL Works graduates will present this panel discussion session, which focuses on what is expected from an Apprentice.

10 to 11 a.m. Session #2, Room M210. Built By Labor: The Struggles – The Victories, The Fight Ahead. Provided by CISCO and Leaders in the Trades: Explore the American Labor movement from Chicago’s Haymarket Affair to today, tracing the struggles, sacrifices & victories that shaped workers’ rights, Unions & America’s middle class — and examine what has been won, what is at risk & what comes next.

11 a.m. to noon. Computer Lab, Room M203. Professional Coaching. Provided by IL Works: Engage in mock interviews and resume development with industry professionals.

1 to 2 p.m. Session #1, Room M204. Qualities Contractors Want & What It Takes To Be Accepted Into An Apprenticeship. Provided by CISCO, Contractors and Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP): This session provides an overview of requirements needed for entering and succeeding in a skilled Union Trade and provides an overview of expectations and responsibilities required on a construction job site.

1 to 2 p.m. Session #2, Room M210. Professional Coaching. Presented by IL Works: Engage in mock interviews and resume development with industry professionals.