Chicago Urban League hosting 12th Annual Citywide Job Fair at UIC Forum

CHICAGO (WLS) — There’s a citywide job fair starting Wednesday.

The Chicago Urban League, in proud partnership with Jobcase, is excited to announce the 12th Annual Citywide Job Fair,

The job fair will run from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the UIC Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt Road.

The event will feature more than 100 employers and thousands of job seekers from across the city.

“This event symbolizes our ongoing dedication to achieving economic equity and enhancing job accessibility for all communities,” stated Karen Freeman-Wilson, President and CEO of the Chicago Urban League. “By convening employers and job seekers in one venue, we’re paving the way for sustainable success.”

“The Citywide Job Fair has become a leading workforce development initiative, connecting employers in need of diverse talent with job seekers looking to pursue new career paths,” remarked Andrew Wells, Vice President of Workforce Development at the Chicago Urban League. “Ranging from entry-level to seasoned professionals, participants will have the opportunity to discover job openings in various sectors, including healthcare, technology, finance, hospitality, public service, manufacturing, and others.”

The event is free and open to the public. For registration for the event, click here.

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