JVS Chicago

JVS Chicago, also known as Jewish Vocational Service, is a Chicago organisation that helps people find work and helps employers find staff. Its employment and training services are non-sectarian and open to a diverse population.

What JVS Chicago offers

• Career counselling — guidance for people exploring vocational choices and next steps.
• Job preparation and skills training — workshops on resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles and professional branding.
• Referrals and placement — matching job seekers with openings.
• Small business development — support for entrepreneurs.
• Employer services — job matching and networking to strengthen hiring teams.

Who it works with

Participants include executives and middle managers, young professionals, students seeking college counselling or scholarship help, refugees, people with disabilities and people who are economically disadvantaged. Programmes are also run for young adults, adults and mature workers.

Key facts

• Based in: Chicago, United States
• Founded: 1884, originally to support Eastern European immigrants
• Type: Non-profit employment and training service