Job Ready IL

Job Ready Illinois Workforce Program

Looking to earn SNAP work hours? Job Ready IL can help! Job Ready IL is a free online training program for anyone who lives in Illinois. Everyone starts with these four courses. Then, you can take any courses you like.

New content is added all the time. Be sure to check back often and see what's new!

This program is approved by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) as a Qualifying Work Program for the SNAP Work Requirement.

Learn how to get ready for, find, and keep a job you like.
Earn 20, 40, 60, or 80 SNAP work hours each month.
Start here to learn the basics. Then, take any courses that interest you.

Everyone begins with Workforce 101. Click on Start Now to enroll.

28 Lessons

Workforce 101 - May 2026

24 Lessons

Executive Skills for Job Seekers - May 2026

In this unit you will learn about executive skills and how to use them to help you in your job search.

28 Lessons

Exploring Education and Training Pathways in Illinois - May 2026

Explore your training and education options in Illinois — from community college support services and Adult Basic Education to Career and Technical Education programs and apprenticeships. Find the pathway that's right for you.

29 Lessons

Career Foundations - May 2026

Career Foundations is your starting point for building a successful working life. In this course you'll explore what it means to be a professional, how to set meaningful career goals, and how to develop the habits and mindset that employers value.

Earn your Job Ready IL participation certificate

Complete these Units in one calendar month to earn 80 hours towards work requirements.

IMPORTANT

Each unit must be completed within one calendar month.
If you don't finish by the end of the month, your progress will reset. You will then need to start the unit again.