Job centers in Cook County, IL

Cook County has 12 American Job Centers (5 comprehensive and 7 affiliate) in 7 cities. Walk in or call for career counseling, job search help and training referrals. Call ahead to confirm hours and ask whether you need an appointment.

• 5 comprehensive centers offer the full set of one-stop career services.
• 7 affiliate centers offer career services and connect you to a comprehensive center when you need more.
• 4 centers have a veterans’ representative. See veterans’ services in Illinois.
• 9 centers staff a youth services representative.
• One center has re-entry programs for people with a criminal record.

Job centers in Cook County

Cities in Cook County

• Chicago (6)
• Chicago Heights
• Elgin
• Maywood
• North Riverside
• South Holland
• Wheeling Illinois

What to bring

Bring a photo ID, a resume or work history, and any licenses or certificates you already have. Veterans should bring a DD-214. If you are applying for training funds, bring proof of income and household size. Staff at an American Job Center help you look for work, update a resume, plan a career move and find training, including apprenticeships.

Nearby counties

• DuPage County, IL
• Will County, IL (2)
• Kane County, IL
• Kendall County, IL
• Lake County, IL
• Grundy County, IL

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