Barrington Career Center

600 Hart Road, Suite 275
Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 304-4157

A nonprofit organization created to provide job assistance and counseling, and serves primarily Chicago's Northwest suburbs. There is a one-time fee of $25.00 for use of the facilities. Those who are unable to pay the fee have opportunities to volunteer.

Jewish Vocational Service

216 W Jackson
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 673-3400

Career counselors at JVS offices in several Chicagoland locations can help with career exploration, cover letters, resumes, and interviewing skills. They also provide networking opportunities, computer services and programming for job seekers and career changers. Services are customized to serve the needs of the individual.

National Able

312.782.3335
312.782.7700 TTY

Leading the way back to work' in Chicagoland for over 20 years, National ABLE is the hub of a network of community based and government agencies throughout Chicagoland that supply assistance to people with barriers to employment. ABLE now serves workers of all ages while continuing its special advocacy and programs for older workers.

New Trier Township Employment Counseling Service

739 Elm Street
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-4820

Offers free job placement assistance, resume help, career counseling and referrals. New Trier can also help with job search techniques and interviewing skills, and can provide special services to meet individual needs.

The Workforce Board of Northern Cook County

2604 East Dempster
Suite 502
Des Plaines, IL 60016
847.699.9040

A nonprofit education and job training organization that serves your workforce, your community and your company's growth and profitability. WDC pledges to serve as a broker, coordinator and catalyst to enhance employment and economic opportunities with many innovative programs.