Chicago Workforce Center Pilsen
Career Center — Chicago, IL
Updated July 2026
IDES services include: Unemployment Insurance Job Development Services Recruitment of Job Seekers Hiring Events & Job Search Workshops Veterans Employment Services with an appointment Migrant Seasonal Farm Workers Program Re-entry Employment Services Program Bonding Work Opportunity Tax Credit
Address & Contact
1700 W. 18th St.
Chicago, IL 60608
Monday 08:30-16:30, Tuesday 08:30-16:30, Wednesday 08:30-16:30, Thursday 08:30-16:30, Friday 08:30-16:30,
Services
- UI Filing Assistance by Phone
- UI Filing Assistance Online
- UI Filing Assistance from Staff
- File Unemployment Insurance Claim
- Start Your Own Business Guidance
- Improve Job Skills
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- Job Skills Training
- Interview Preparation
- Job Openings
- Resume Help
- Post Your Resume
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