
HOW TO APPLY
Thank you for your interest!
Recruitment is now closed for the 2026 Cohort!
To express interest in the 2027 Cohort, click here
Who We Are Looking to Serve:
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- Individuals with barriers to employment and success (e.g. did not complete high school, justice involved or impacted, child care needs, unstable housing, etc.)
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- Out of work or underemployed
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- Interested in working outdoors
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- Open to a career path in related fields
Required Documents
To prepare for the information session, please locate the following documents to bring with you.
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- A valid Photo ID (State ID or Driver’s License (not expired))
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- Social Security Card
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- Proof of Chicago Residency
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- (Example: Utility bill (gas, light, etc…), official mail from the government agency, signed lease, or voter’s registration) (must have your name on it) (must be dated within the last 6 months)
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- Proof of Chicago Residency
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- Birth Certificate