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Advance Your Career or Business

Explore CHA’s WORC Services to Realize Your Career Ambitions

Meaning of WORC

WORC is all about opportunity—for residents like you. The Workforce Opportunity Resource Center (WORC) can connect you to job training and apprenticeship programs, help you plan and advance your career, and match you with jobs that fit your strengths. If you’re ready to start or grow your own business, WORC offers the tools, networks, and support to help you succeed. 

WORC Newsletters

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Find Employment

Need help finding a job or career? The CHA can help! We offer direct employment placement services for CHA residents.
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Start a Business

Start and grow your business with WORC Business Academy's 12-week program—mentorship, coaching, and grants available!
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Other WORC Opportunities

CHA students participating in a summer culinary paid internship program.

Hospitality Training Program (Golden Diners)

Do you want a career in the hospitality or food service industry? Get paid for up to 9 months of training and work at CHA Golden Diners locations around Chicago.

Section 3 Job Opportunities

Individuals who meet income criteria can apply Section 3 jobs. These positions are with companies that have contracts or work with the CHA.
WORC staff at their booth for a hiring event.

Support for Resident Owned & Section 3 Businesses

Access the WORC portal for Resident Owned & Section 3 Businesses

Upcoming Events at CHA

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HCV Participant and Property Owner Webinar: Cybersecurity 101

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

LevelUp (FSS) Information Session

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Partners in Education Information Session

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM