Resources & strategies to thrive in a challenging economy
Friday, Sept. 17, 2010, 9:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m.
Working for the Fox Valley Job Fair
Sugar Grove Campus, Academic and Professional Center
For more information, visit our Job Fairs page.
- Free Workshops
- Scholarships
- WCC Services
- Local Resources
Select a category below to view complete details, including scheduled dates, times, and locations.
Career Exploration Workshops
Sponsored by the Waubonsee Counseling Centers, these workshops involve self-directed-search (SDS) assessment, group discussion and activities facilitated by Waubonsee Counselors.
Choosing A Major
This two hour workshop focuses on group discussion, activities and self-assessment to help individuals match their interests and educational goals with possible majors.
Audience: Traditional-aged college students and prospective students
Sugar Grove Campus: Wednesday, Dec. 1, 1 - 3 p.m.
Aurora Campus: Thursday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m. - Noon
Career Transitions
This workshop includes activities and assessments designed to assist those looking to re-enter the workforce and/or change careers.
Audience: Adult students and community members
Sugar Grove Campus: Monday, Nov. 15, 6 - 8 p.m.
Aurora Campus: Monday, Sept. 13, 6 - 8 p.m.
Copley Campus: Thurs., Oct. 14, 1 - 3 p.m.
Job Club
Waubonsee's Job Club offers career-focused workshops on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. in Student Center, Room 106. Attend as many sessions as you wish (at no charge). In addition to valuable content, each workshop offers you the opportunity for networking, coaching and support. Call Waubonsee Career Services to register, (630) 466-7900, ext. 2368.
Sept. 14 - Job Fair Strategies
Prepare your elevator speech! Researching employers and being prepared for the meet and greet.
Sept. 28 - Using the Computer in Your Job Search
Answers to questions such as "What file type should I use to e-mail my résumé?" and "What is the best job search website?" and more.
Oct. 12 - Seeking Help During a Period of Unemployment
Tips for saving money and getting additional resources while you look for work.
Oct. 26 - Researching Employers
Learn how to gather information about prospective employers before sending your résumé or going to an interview.
Nov. 9 - Optimizing Your Work History
Learn to highlight skills and experience pulled from an imperfect work history to create an amazing résumé and a few key talking points.
Nov. 23 - Networking 101
Learn the basics of networking including introductions, elevator speeches and follow ups. Come prepared to practice!
Job Seeker Workshops
Sponsored by Waubonsee Career Services. All Sugar Grove Campus sessions will be held in Student Center, Room 103. Aurora Campus sessions will be held in Room 153. Space is limited. Please preregister online, or call (630) 466-2368.
Make It and Take It Résumé
Participants create a résumé from scratch and leave with a finished product. NOTE: This workshop is only for those who do not have a résumé. If you need a résumé. If you need a résumé review, please call (630) 466-2368 for an individual appointment.
Sugar Grove Campus: September 7, 2010 at 6 p.m.; September 8, 2010 at 10 a.m.; September 9, 2010 at 2 p.m.; October 5, 2010 at 6 p.m.; November 10, 2010 at 10 a.m.; March 29, 2011 at 6 p.m.; March 30, 2011 at 10 a.m.; March 31, 2011 at 2 p.m.; April 20, 2011 at 2 p.m.
How to Work the Job Fair
There is a lot more to it than just showing up and walking around. Learn how to come prepared and make the most of your time in front of employers.
Sugar Grove Campus: September 13, 2010 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; April 4, 2011 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Aurora Campus: September 9, 2010 at 10 a.m.; March 31, 2011 at 10 a.m.
Job Search Etiquette
A great cover letter and résumé are important to your job search, but how you go about it can truly affect its outcome.
Sugar Grove Campus: October 20, 2010 at 2 p.m.; February 10, 2011 at 2 p.m.
Aurora Campus: October 7, 2010 at 10 a.m.; February 3, 2011 at 10 a.m.
Résumés for Career Changers
Changing careers? Learn how to write a résumé that focuses on your new goals.
Sugar Grove Campus: November 16, 2010 at 6 p.m.; February 22, 2011 at 6 p.m.; March 10, 2011 at 2 p.m.
Space is limited, so please pre-register by visiting www.collegecentral.com/waubonsee (upcoming events & programs) or by contacting Career Services
Out of work and collecting unemployment?
Established by the Waubonsee Community College Foundation, these scholarships provide up to $500 toward the cost of Workforce Development courses at the college. These short, focused courses are intended to provide students with relevant skills they can utilize right away in a variety of industries such as computers, health care, manufacturing and small business.
How To Apply
Submit the following documents to WCC Foundation, Route 47 at Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove, IL 60554:
The number of scholarships awarded is dependent on the availability of funds. or more information call (630) 466-7900, ext. 2316.
In any economic climate, Waubonsee offers a variety of resources, services and educational programs to help you choose, prepare for and apply for jobs that are right for you.
Counseling Center
If you’re trying to decide on the right career field to get into, Counseling is a great place to start. The Center offers many career planning tools such as career inventories and workshops.
Career Services
If you’re looking for a job, chances are you could benefit from the resources offered by the Career Services Center. Here you’ll be able to locate job listings in your field and then get help with your cover letter, resume and interviewing skills.
Workforce Development
This department can help you move up in your career field or enter a new one quickly by providing short, highly-focused courses and programs in everything from computers to truck driving.
Community Education
Many of Community Education's lifelong learning classes deal with current issues and emerging trends, including ways to cope with the current economy.
Adult Education
If you are at least 16 years of age and not currently enrolled in school but looking to improve your life, Adult Education can help. We offer courses and programs that will help you improve your basic skills; prepare for the high school equivalency exam (GED); learn to speak, read, and write the English language; and obtain the basic skills needed to move to a new or better job or to higher education.
Career and Transfer Degree Programs
More education is always a good investment with a solid pay-off. Whether you want a degree that will you prepare you for an immediate career or coursework at a four-year university, Waubonsee is a great place to get it at a low cost and on a convenient schedule. Financial aid makes it even more affordable.
If you have taken classes at Waubonsee before, there are four ways you can register. New to Waubonsee? Learn how to get started.
The following local organizations offer programs and resources designed to help community members in economically challenging times:
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Call (630) 466-7900, ext. 2255 or e-mail for more information about Waubonsee's ongoing Brighter Futures initiative.
Waubonsee Community College does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities.
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