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Boots to Business Cards Workshop Series: Ready, Set, Interview!

  • 421 N. County Farm Rd. Wheaton, IL United States (map)

Sponsored by Veterans Assistance Commission of DuPage County and Western Governors University | Presented by Serco Inc., Department of Labor-Certified Trainers

Roll Call Chicagoland, the Veteran Assistance Commission of DuPage County, and Western Governors University invite job-seeking veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses to a one-day workshop event focused on practical job search strategies and interview success. This event includes expert-led sessions, along with dedicated time for personalized one-on-one mentoring with recruiters and HR professionals.

    • Registration: 9:30 – 10:00 AM

    • Marketing Yourself and Other Job Search Tactics: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    • Lunch and scheduled one-to-one mentoring meetings: 12:00 – 2:00 PM

    • Interview Skills: 2:00 – 4:00 PM

    • Workshops led by Department of Labor-certified trainers, facilitated by Serco Inc.

    • Private 15-minute mentoring sessions with recruiters or career coaches

    • BBQ lunch sponsored by Western Governors University and prepared by Semper Fi Chef

    • Beverages provided throughout the day

    • Free on-site childcare all day

  • What to Bring:

    No laptops needed — just bring a notepad or something to take notes with.

    Security:

    All attendees must pass through a metal detector. No weapons allowed.

    Capacity:

    Limited to 60 job seekers. Advance registration required.Description text goes here