Career Action Network January 30 Vol. 34

The Career Action Network
A Career Resources Newsletter

Volume 34 January 30th, 2014
One of the most common causes of failure is the habit of quitting when one is overtaken by temporary defeat. ~Napoleon Hill
Published By : Marquis Scott Career Action Network (C.A.N) E-mail: careeractionnetwork@gmail.com Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/marquisjscott Twitter: https://twitter.com/careeractionnet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Marquis.Scott.CAN
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January 30th, 2014 -Vol. 34
CA.N. Community Classified

Free Tax Help from the Center of Economic Progress From January thru April, Center for Economic Progress (CEP) has seven free tax sites in communities throughout Chicago. Each year, CEP help nearly 20,000 people file their taxes and get all the tax credits they've earned and refunds they're owed. Its free tax sites are more than a place to get your taxes done. At most sites, you'll be able to open a bank account, learn ways to save for the future, and better manage your money. Learn more about the CEP at http://www.economicprogress.org.

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College Corner
Great Companies With Internship Opportunties: Inspiyr.com Network Ninja Conference Chicago Hemlock Records Entertainment Cruises Mommy's Medicine Cabinet Preferred Hotel Group Pycas Design Innovations Changeclothing, inc. City Lit Theater Company Eco Faire International Bar1 Events Checkpoint Systems Edward Jones The American Red Cross Inner-City Underwriting Agency Next Crew Tributum Corp. Slalom Consulting Advocate Health Care Can TV Global Ceo Space Joyful Dental Care Tranel Financial Group Embark Media Sbc Global The Novo Group Jokers Wild Entertainment Red Frog Events Walmart Abruzzo Graphics, Inc Dream Careers Chicago American Medical Association Navigate Southland Voice
2013-2014 CPS College Scholarship Guide We are pleased to provide the 2013-2014 CPS College Scholarship Guide to you. This resource is designed to assist you with your scholarship search. Our list is compiled of information that various CPS-affiliated providers distribute, and many of the scholarships that past CPS students have won. Please take note of the following suggestions to make best use of this guide: This is not a complete list of all scholarships available, and we encourage you to search on your own online, check out books at the library, and/or talk to your counselor to get additional information on scholarships that may be a good fit for you. As scholarship deadlines, requirements and eligibility are subject to change from year to year. We advise you to verify deadlines and criteria by downloading scholarship materials from the providers web site or requesting a copy of the current scholarship application. Most colleges and universities provide their own scholarships, so be sure to visit individual college web sites for scholarships specific to the institutions that interest you. We wish you luck with your search and hope that you will be among the numerous CPS alumni whose scholarship awards contributed to the millions of dollars received by students in the district last year. Check it out here http://www.chooseyourfuture.org/scholarship-guide. College Works - Part-time positions in the spring and full-time positions in the summer are available. - Very flexible hours. - No experience necessary.- Full training and mentorship provided.- Earn $5,000 $10,000 for school. College Works has been rated as the #9 top part time job for college students by Fox Business: http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2010/08/24/best-time-jobscollege-students/. Furthermore, many incentives and bonuses are offered including a companywide retreat to Cancun, MX upon completion of the program. TO APPLY: Please visit http://internship.collegeworks.com/2013/.

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Training Programs

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Job Fairs & Workshops

Chicago - Pilsen Brookfield Zoo On-line Application Friday, January 31, 2014 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Blue Island (Pilsen) - Unemployment / Job Center 1700 W 18th St Chicago, IL 60608. Description : The Brookfield Zoo Veteran On-line Application Process. We will be using the Computer lab at The Pilsen Workforce Center. Names of participants will be given to the hr for preference review Showalter - Roofer Job Fair Friday, January 31, 2014 11:30am - 6:00pm Showalter, 25W048 Ramm Drive, Naperville, IL Positions: Roofing manager and workers. Zeigler Auto Group Job Fair Tuesday February 4th 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Zeigler Auto Group, 208 W. Golf Rd, Schaumburg, Illinois 60195 Positions: Sales - Management - Retail - Marketing - Advertising - Customer Service - Technicians Business attire and bring resume. DeSitter Flooring Open House Tuesday, Feb 4th - 5:30p - 7:30p DeSitter, 1 Timber Court, Bolingbrook, IL Positions: Tile Sales, Design Consultant Position location: La Grange, IL. Childcare Professional Career Fair - Oswego February 6th 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM La Petite Academy, 190 North Route 31, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Positions: lead teachers, teachers, assistant teachers, cooks and bus drivers. Child Care Professional Career Fair - Early Childhood Education/Preschool February 6th 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tutor Time, 1335 N. Arlington Hts. Rd., Itasca, IL 60143 Positions: lead teachers, teachers, assistant teachers, cooks and bus drivers. Spring 2014 Communication Career & Internship Fair Tuesday, February 4, 2014 from 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. at Kasbeer Hall - Corboy Law Center Water Tower Campus. Spring 2014 University Career Fair Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014 from 1:30 - 5:30 p.m. at Damen Student Center Lake Shore Campus. Bed Bath and Beyond Inc. Management Job Fair Friday - February 7th 9:00am-5:00pm Marriott Hotel, 1401 West 22nd Street, Oak Brook, IL 60523 Positions: Managers. Chicago Career Fair Monday, February 10, 2014 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Congress Plaza, 520 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605 Positions: Various - mostly sales. Chicago Tribune Career Fair Wednesday, February 19 10 am - 3 pm DoubleTree, 1909 Spring Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523 Positions: For all levels of experience, including management. Bring several resumes.

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January 30th, 2014 -Vol. 34 INCS Teacher Job Fair Saturday, February 22 9:00 to 3:00 North Lawndale College Prep Collins Campus, 1313 W Sacramento Blvd, Chicago, Il 60623 Positions: Teachers Description: Do you know qualified teachers who want to be free to teach, liberated to design their curriculum, and inspired by their schools mission.
February 2014 Business Education Workshops

The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) will host seven free business education workshops on Wednesdays and Fridays throughout February in Room 805 at City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St., Chicago. Additionally, BACP has invited guest speakers Denise Ching, of Illinois SBDC at UIC, to present Venture Finance: Accessing Funds for Your Business, Lema Khorshid, of Fuksa Khorshid, LLC, to present Ten Legal Tips for Small Business Success, Sandra Cavoto, of Farmers Insurance to present What you Need to Know about Business Insurance, and Brandon Lewin, of Cardinal Path, to present Twitter for the Technology Challenged. To register for a workshop or for more information, call (312) 7442086 or email BACPoutreach@cityofchicago.org. Workshops are conducted by city officials, BACPs partner organizations, and experts in the industry. Workshops are located at the BACP City Hall Office, 121 N. LaSalle St., Chicago in Room 805. Learn more about BACP programs and events by visiting www.cityofchicago.org/bacp. 2/5 City Inspections Ask Questions, Get Answers 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. Presented by the City of Chicago To operate a successful business in Chicago you must know the requirements. Talk to officials from four City departments who will provide insight to operate safely, stay compliant, help prepare for inspections and point out the dos and donts of operating your business. Dont miss this workshop! 2/7 Venture Finance: Accessing Funds for Your Business 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Presented by Denise Ching, Illinois SBDC at UIC Want to open a business in the new year then this is a must attend workshop. During this session entrepreneurs will learn about the various types of funding available for their business and how to access those funding options. This session will also include an introduction into what is required for a loan application or investor presentation. 2/14 Ten Legal Tips for Small Business Success 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Presented by Lema Khorshid, Fuksa Khorshid, LLC Running a small business takes a lot of work. Often, a handful of employees fill a variety of roles, meaning that everyone has to bring serious hard work, dedication, self-motivation, and multitasking skills to the table. Amid all this, it can be easy to forget about the legal aspects of running a business. However, attending to these matters sooner rather than later is likely to save you time, stress, and expense in the long run. Join us in this workshop to learn our top 10 legal tips for small business success.

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January 30th, 2014 -Vol. 34 2/19 What You Need To Know About Business Insurance 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. Presented by Sandra Cavoto, Farmers Insurance Starting a new business can be difficult, and being covered by insurance when the unexpected happens is essential to being successful. There is enough to worry about with the business, and it is the insurance company's responsibility to worry about your liability, losses, worker's compensation, and more. This workshop is designed to show you the ins and outs of commercial insurance, and everything that is included to help you understand what you need for your specific business. 2/21 How to Obtain a Sidewalk Cafe Permit 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Presented by BACP Public Way Use Unit Take the mystery out of the Sidewalk Cafe Permit Application process by attending this informative workshop. We will explain the application process, inform you of all the requirements, and help you get prepared to submit an application. The entire application process may take 30 - 45 days, and the 2014 Sidewalk Cafe Season begins on March 1, so make sure to reserve your seat now. 2/26 How to Become Certified 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Presented by the City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services (DPS) This workshop will provide an overview of the five certification programs currently offered by the City of Chicago: Minority Owned Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), Business Enterprises Owned and/or Operated by Persons with Disabilities (BEPD), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE). Receive information regarding the application process and how to avoid the most common mistakes applicants encounter when submitting their applications. Doing Business with the City of Chicago 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. This information is designed to outline the role and responsibility of the Department of Procurement Services, and how the City's purchasing process works. This workshop is ideal for companies looking to do business with the City of Chicago. 2/28 Twitter for the Technology Challenged 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Presented by Brandon Lewin, Cardinal Path What is Twitter? How do I use it for my business? What is a hashtag? I am so confused! These are questions and a statement that is probably swirling around in your head. It is OK. You are not alone. Twitter is confusing for even some of the technology advanced. It is more about a mentality, than it is about being technology savvy. Anyone can do it. You just have to understand how it works. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of Twitter, how to use it effectively for your business, and how to get in the press by using it.

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Career Opportunties
Interlake Mecalux is currently hiring Account Executives throughout the US. The Industrial Sales Representative is responsible for targeting, acquiring, enlarging, and maintaining sales of Interlake Mecalux products within his or her assigned territory. Please note this is a remote position, we have needs for respresentatives within the United States. If you are interested in this opportunity please send your resume to HR@interlakemecalux.com. TransChicago Truck Group is hiring experienced Diesel Technician (Elmhurst, IL). Interested applicants can apply to: hr@transchicago.com. Ossanna Consulting Group is recruiting for an HR professional who will be responsible for all of HR (Employee Relations, Light Recruiting, Operations, Benefits, Insurance, Worker's Comp, Payroll, Data entry and more! Must have solid Word & Excel skills. Wants someone with strong #'s orientation for finance-related functions in accounting (entering and calculating wages, taxes, etc...). Benefits experience is key as this person will be the SME and "go-to" person for new hires and employees. Must have experience running a multi-state payroll. Our client prefers someone with a history of working for smaller companies. Must have a "can-do", upbeat personality, be able to pitch-in where needed. There are 10 employees at this location and about 75 in neighboring states and growing! Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are essential. Professional Maturity is key--and the ability to function in a small, successful familyowned business. Location is near metra (Union Pacific North Line). Our client is ready to hire! Base salary range: $65,000-$72,000. Resumes ASAP to sfestenstein@ossanna.com No Calls Please. Randstad is working with a growing multi-billion dollar manufacturer seeking a Payroll Supervisor in Chicago. Individual will be responsible for processing payroll (approximately 200 salaried and 600 hourly employees) on both a weekly or bi-weekly schedule. Payroll Supervisor will also have HR responsibilities including preparing and participating in audits on workers compensation and 401k plans, coordination of new hire paperwork, conducting new hire orientations, and coordination of expat paperwork including visa documentation. Bachelors degree and 3-4 years of payroll experience required. MUST have experience with ADP HRB and Kronos. Salary $65K+ depending on experience. Please contact me at stephanie.schmit@randstadusa.com or 312-263-9300 if you are interested in learning more Top Talent Inc is recruiting for an Accounting Manager: w/Fortune 500 Co in Chicagoland area. Req: 9+ yrs of exp, CPA, Big 4/Corporate. If you're interested or know good Accounting Managers please email sandy.jacob@toptalentus.com.

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January 30th, 2014 -Vol. 34 Robert Half Technology is looking for a Senior Recruiter with information technology industry experience to join our team. If you are a self-confident, motivated person with a strong work ethic and excellent communication skills - and you enjoy a fast-paced team-driven environment we invite you to contact me at David.Danowski@rht.com for immediate consideration. As a Senior IT Recruiter your responsibilities will include: Recruiting, interviewing and placing application development and technical support professionals in contract and contract-to-hire positions with our clients Providing outstanding customer service to both clients and candidates Providing consistent communication and career guidance to candidates Participating in industry trade associations to increase our presence within the local IT community Assisting with the development and training of Technical Recruiters Your qualifications should include: Self-confidence, perseverance, excellent communication skills and a high sense of urgency 2+ years of experience in Information Technology and/or IT staffing Ability to leverage technology experience to manage and grow the business An Information Systems or related degree A strong desire to succeed. CorpTrav Management Group has several Director of Sales positions open due to our rapid growth! Are you a driven and extremely goal oriented experienced sales professional? We are seeking sales professionals with at least 2+ years of B2B selling experience. We are very interested in those with Travel and Hospitality Industry Experience. If you have a positive, enthusiastic attitude, excellent communication and leadership skills we would love to hear from you. Some travel will be required. Send your resume to me directly at JenniferS@corptrav.com. Top Talent Inc is recruiting for a Financial Planning & Analysis, Senior: w/Fortune 500 Co in Chicagoland area. Req: 2+ yrs of exp, If you're interested or know good Financial Analysts please email sandy.jacob@toptalentus.com. MR Chicago Worldwide Seeking a Sales Pro to sell Web printing (cold or hot) as well as digital technology in the Midwest. Join a print leader who puts "customer 1st" in everything they do! Call me TODAY! Jeanine Ellison 847-550-1300.

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January 30th, 2014 -Vol. 34 Chicagoland General Contractor is looking for Office Secretary /Front Desk help and Admin Personal. Minimum of 1 - 2 years recent experience in an administrative/receptionist role Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail. Thrive in a results and performance based culture. Perform well in an independent work environment while contributing to the overall success of the team. Word, Excel and Outlook skills a must. Having experience working in Construction Industry is a plus Please send your resume at gulzarsmultani@gmail.com. Infinity Consulting Solutions recruiting for 15+ solid Business Analysts In Minneapolis or Chicago! Do you want to hear about an EXCELLENT COMPENSATION PACKAGE? 10% bonus, generous pension plan when you're fully invested into the company after 3 YEARS, 401k match at 1% above industry average, plus great benefits. Let's talk. ONLY CANDIDATES WHO CAN GO PERM! Sent resumes to BChang@infinity-cs.com.This client is open to Contract to Hire or Permanent Placements* Global organization with extreme growth is looking to add multiple IT Business Analysts!! Work on national / global implementation projects!! You will be the liaison between clients and internal development teams responsible for cutting edge software solutions! Base salaries range from $70,000 $90,000 with benefits and bonus package (last 5 years have been paid out 100% +) 2+ years of Analysis experience in a corporate environment Business Analysis experience preferred, Solicit information from various stakeholders, Gather requirements, Develop use cases, test cases, prototypes, work plans, diagrams, user flows, etc. Ability to work with QA and Developers to perform Unit Testing to ensure quality functional deliverables. MUST have SQL or MS Access skills, HTML, XML, CSS, Oracle technical skills would be a plus, Client facing skills and experience , Ability to work with Project Managers, developers, business, HR, SMEs in order to maintain and monitor overall project plans, timelines, scope, budget, work plans, risk & resolve, hurdles and solutions, Ability to work with virtual teams, Healthcare Industry experience is a plus but not required. Top Talent Inc is recruiting for an IT Security Analyst: 2-5 years of experience, no cyber/hacking background, provide global User support, authentications, firewalls. No travel, Chicago area, global, Fortune 500 company. Email Suzanne.tandet@toptalentus.com if interested.

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January 30th, 2014 -Vol. 34 Pat Licata & Associates seeking b2b sales reps with 2-5 years documented sales success for TULSA, OK Interested ? Send resume/inquiry to pat@patlicata.com. May consider candidates who are open to relocation. We add new sales jobs in medical & pharma daily. To be considered for other opportunities send resume to pat@patlicata.com. Family Video- hiring customer service reps- open interviews (NW Chicago, 4 Locations) parttime and full-time customer service representative, along with management opportunities at all stores in the Northwest Chicago District. We are looking for friendly, hard-working individuals with positive attitudes, a strong commitment to customer service, team leadership and store organization skills. Our stores are fun, fast-paced retail environments in the exciting entertainment industry! If you have flexible retail availability, which includes; nights, weekends, and holidays, Family Video may be the right fit for You! Apply Online at www.familyvideo.com or instore at these locations: Glenview, 3222 Glenview Rd ; Arlington Heights, 2338 E Rand Rd; Wheeling, 740 W Hintz Rd; Schaumburg, 1833 W Wise Rd. OPEN INTERVIEWS for ALL LOCATIONS 740 W Hintz, Wheeling IL on Wednesday, January 29th 4-8pm. Please bring your resume! WeDeliver we believe in connecting our local communities. We connect local business owners with people in their communities who can help them deliver products to their customers. Our same-day delivery platform gives local businesses the competitive edge against Amazon and creates jobs for our local community. WeDeliver is one of Chicago's hottest new award winning startups. We are looking for all kinds of amazing people to join our team. Current Openings: Delivery Specialist / Merchant Specialist / Sales Ambassador / Java Web Developer / Mobile Developer / Design Intern / Photography Intern / PR Intern / Customer Support. If you are someone that's looking to make an impact at a growing company and see your ideas take flight in days instead of months we encourage you to APPLY HERE: http://jobs.wedeliver.us. Rosati's Pizza downtown Chicago & Deerfield locations "rated #3 in Chicago for delivery & carryout service" is looking for mature energetic individuals for delivery & pizza making, grill & deli cooks & cashiers. Delivering pizzas is the fastest way to earn extra income. A beautiful place to work and a national franchise. Join our team today. Please email your resume or contact information to cateringbyrosatis@sbcglobal.net. Menards is seeking an mature, hard-working, responsible team player needed for outside and inside sales involving home improvement and construction. Knowledge of building trades or home improvement helpful. We offer a complete compensation package that includes bonuses. This is hourly, commission plus bonuses position! Apply in person at: Menards, 8311 W North Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160. Tel # (708) 450-9924.

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January 30th, 2014 -Vol. 34 Planet Fitness (Now Hiring) Elgin 623 South Randall Road Elgin, IL 60123. Front Desk Associate are you motivated? Do you enjoy working with people? Do you like working in a fast paced environment? Do you want to work in a "Judgment Free Zone"? Do you think outside the box? Do you want job advancement? If you said yes to all of these questions, then working at Planet Fitness might be a great fit for you! We are looking for outgoing and friendly team members who want the opportunity to grow within a company. Staff will need to be enthusiastic and motivated, able to multitask, and work well within a team environment. We are looking for individuals who are dependable, take pride in their work, and want to produce success. This position requires customer service, teamwork, and building rapport with members. If this position is of interest to you please email your resume to Illinois_elgin@yahoo.com. Gold Coast Dental Office seeking a motivated and energetic administrative assistant needed for state-of-the-art dental office in the Gold Coast downtown. Candidates should possess the following qualifications: Two or more years experience working in a dental or medical office. Proficient in Eaglesoft or other dental software. -Superb customer service skills-Strong computer skills -Ability to multitask and feel comfortable answering a high volume of phone calls -Strong command of English language and the ability to write letters and compositions-Leader and team player. Please call our office service (847-544-6761) and leave a clear message telling us why you feel you are a good candidate for this position. Fellows Place is seeking an Office. Envision yourself working with people who are friendly, willing to work hard and devoted to pitching-in support the team in this high activity manufacturing company on the city of Chicago's North side! Office Assistant will answer phones, file documents, check emails, manage calendars, take charge of special projects and respond to the diverse administrative support needs of the office personnel. This is a full time, 40 hour week position.Office Assistant qualifications: 1-3 years General Office or Administrative Support experience required * proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook applications * dynamic personality and communication rapport * attentive to details; accurate in work * dependable work ethics, Email mlatrofa@fellowsplace.com your Word formatted resume and daytime phone number. Your personal information and resume will remain completely confidential.


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Connect with C.A.N. at: http://www.youtube.com/user/careeractionnetwork

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CA.N. Community Classified

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