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<img src="/Connect/PublishingImages/jobPrep_HomeScreen.png" alt="jobPrep Home Screen" class="ms-rtePosition-2" style="margin&#58;5px;width&#58;181px;" /> Illinois workNet is excited to announce the updated jobPrep app for Android, iOS, and Amazon! The updated jobPrep app includes capabilities that will assist Illinois job seekers with their employment needs, all from the convenience of a smartphone. Whether you're at home or on your way to a job interview, get the help you need when and where you need it with the jobPrep app.</p><p> More than just a job search tool, the jobPrep app offers job preparation at your fingertips&#58;<br></p><ul><li> learn about what you need to do to get the competitive edge with articles &amp; tips,</li><li> learn how and where to get supportive services, </li><li> connect to training programs for high-demand jobs,</li><li> connect to the virtual job club,
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<br> Using these resources provides job seekers with many outcomes, like a 2nd interview, a job offer, a new contact, a new skill, and more!</p><p>
<strong>View the infographic.<a target="_blank" href="/Connect/PublishingImages/jobPrepApp%20download%20for%20print%20flyer%20size.png" title="jobPrep Infographic"><img src="/Connect/PublishingImages/jobPrepApp%20download%20for%20print%20flyer%20size_250.png" alt="jobPrep Infographic" class="ms-rtePosition-2" style="margin&#58;5px;width&#58;207px;" /></a><br></strong></p><p> The jobPrep app is made possible through a federal WIA-funded project sponsored by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, and partnerships with Illinois workNet, i.c. stars, and Solstice Mobile.<br></p><p> Matt and Jeremy are two hardworking individuals that became involved in the i.c.stars program. Watch the video below that highlights their key takeaways from their time as residents with i.c.stars, as well as their experiences as mobile developers with Solstice Mobile on the jobPrep application.</p><p></p>
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<strong>Download the jobPrep Flyer for Adults (</strong><a target="_blank" href="/DownloadPrint/JobPrepSeekerFlyerNovember2014_Final.pdf" title="jobPrep Flyer for Adults (PDF)"><strong>PDF</strong></a><strong>) to share!</strong></p><p>
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<strong>D</strong><strong>ownload the jobPrep Flyer for Youth (<a target="_blank" href="/DownloadPrint/jobPrepYouthFlyer_FINAL.pdf" title="jobPrep Flyer PDF">PDF</a>) to share!</strong></p><p>
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