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Apprenticeship-Lukas
Strategic Partnership Advances Apprenticeship Success Rockford Toolcraft Inc. continues to lead in workforce development through its active participation in the RRVTMA Apprenticeship Program. As...
Rite-Way and Kristopher’s On-the-Job Training Success Story
This commitment to growing talent from within the community is a testament of the power of opportunity, guidance, and community.
Board Member News
Kevin, unemployed at the time, enrolled in The Workforce Connection’s Elevate Youth program in August of 2024.
Qkristlynn’s Success Story
Qkristlynn has a success story to tell thanks to her hard work. With the help of The Workforce Connection, she completed a successful work experience in The Workforce Connection's Elevate Youth...
Clean Energy Innovate & Explore Workshop
This event offers a unique opportunity to tour our state-of-the-art facilities and participate in informative sessions about the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). Explore labs and advanced...
Work-Based Learning Breakfast Briefing 05-29-25
The Workforce Connection is hosting Work-Based Learning Program Breakfast Briefing for employers on May 29, 2025. Click here to open the flyer for details!
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The Workforce Connection– an Illinois workNet Center and partner in the American Job Center network. This program is funded by The Workforce Connection, Inc., Il Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, and the U.S. Department of Labor. The Workforce Connection is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephone numbers on our website theworkforceconnection.org may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment by calling TTY (800) 526-0844 or 711. This program is subject to the provisions of the “Jobs for Veteran’s Act” Public Law 107-288, which provides priority of services to veterans and spouses of certain veterans. To view additional information related to the U.S. Department of Labor funding of this program, please visit theworkforceconnection.org/USDOLstatement.