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Job Application For Employment In Chicago
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Chicago
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US-0021LR
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FAQ
"Hi, I am Annie Leonard, and I'm interested in applying for the job that's posted on the front window. Would it be possible to get an application form, please?"
How to walk in and apply for a job Research job openings. Choose your timing wisely. Introduce yourself. Ask to speak to a manager or supervisor. Ask for an application. Prepare to answer questions. Ask for contact information. Send a follow-up message.
A resume or work papers probably won't be needed if you are 16 and don't have working experience. The easiest way is just call or visit the place you'd like to work at and ask whether you can apply there, and if so you can ask what you need to do in order to get the job, because things can vary from place to place.
The job market in Chicago is robust. The number of Fortune 500 - really Fortune 100 - companies headquartered here, and Chicago's central location as a distribution and transportation hub make for good job growth in a variety of sectors.
If you can't find a job in 2024, it is likely you are either looking in one of the industries that has seen some decline or have not searched the top job markets for 2024. Perhaps this is a good time to consider a career shift or look into ways your skillset can benefit companies experiencing growth.
For most cities, there is a dedicated job board for government careers. Specific departments may also have listings on their website. It is also common to see government booths at job fairs, especially at universities and colleges in the town.
Illinois has one of the highest unemployment rates in the nation, so it may be difficult to find a job as the state continues to recover from the pandemic and slowly adds new positions. Boost your chance of getting a job by focusing on one of the fastest-growing careers in the state.
Typically, an Employment Application Form (STD 678) and resume will be the most common requirements for an application package. However, some other documents may be required, such as a SOQ, cover letter, a typing Certificate, or a copy of your degree.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312.744.4976 (voice) or 312.744.5035 (TTY).
File an Ethics Complaint Whistleblowers are protected. Duty to report wrongdoing. To file a complaint with the Board of Ethics, simply email our Executive Director at steve.berlin@cityofchicago. Or you can contact the Office of the Inspector General at
