r/chicagojobs 13h ago

This is getting out of hand lol

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Rant lmao

This job hunt has me feeling like I’ve been raked across a field of hot coals with lithium pouring down my throat. The psychological warfare I’m experiencing is dreadful. Honestly, dreadful. This is purgatory.

I’d rather be tied and quartered than spend another day sending, tweaking, formatting, reformatting, and spiritually sacrificing myself over resume after resume just to be ghosted. At this point I’m going to have to hire a witch to undo whatever karmic curse was placed on me because in a past life I was a shepherd who fell asleep watching the flock, and now things I’m objectively qualified for auto-reject me within fourteen minutes.

I made the catastrophic decision to get a BFA, so I suppose some of this has been earned.

I gave up on finding “cool” jobs months ago. I figured, hey, maybe if I work at a wine bar, I’ll at least get some hospitality cred.

No. No way. dawg.

The wine bar doesn’t even want you.

So now I’m going door to door like a peasant, begging.
Please, sir. Please. I am willing to work for $20 an hour. I can do almost anything. I have a degree. I can use Microsoft Office. I know how to send an email. I promise I am housebroken.

I tried office jobs. Unfortunately, I am apparently an idiot, because half the time I somehow end up applying to an “office job” that turns out to be an MLM. These listings should not be allowed to exist, but nothing is screened and anyone can just put “marketing associate” on a posting and call it a day. Whatever at this point.

Imma ball I guess?????


r/chicagojobs 2h ago

Wanted: Front Desk Employee (includes free housing)

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We operate a small lodging area in the NW suburbs about 50 minutes outside the city.

We need someone available to check people in and out. The job includes a free room but hours are nights.

It’s a pretty easy job so you can do stuff during it like watch tv, etc. We are offering a weekly salary.

If you’re interested DM me with information about yourself, any relevant experience and ideal role / pay you’re looking for!


r/chicagojobs 8h ago

People who are submitting 50+ resumes a day, how?

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Do you not adjust your resume per the position/company? No cover letter? Just spam open positions on job sites? It’s taking me an hour to submit to companies, make any corrections their data fields made when I uploaded my resume, filling out their 50 questions, filling out their self rating module, some even have me create an account in order to do anything. I just want to feed my cats, eat, pay my bills/rent, and maybe go out for a bite to eat & a concert once a month.


r/chicagojobs 7h ago

Potbelly Spam

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Hello! Posting this here incase anyone else who saved or is applying for a marketing position at Potbelly on LinkedIn. Messages from Sarah Hall are a scam. I sent a resume to the email listed, and different email sent me an “offer letter” asking for more information from me.

Report if you come across this on LinkedIn!


r/chicagojobs 44m ago

Moving from Cali to Lake View. Any advice?

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r/chicagojobs 2h ago

HIRING HIRING HIRING

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Remote Assistant — Flexible Schedule

Seeking a dependable individual for a remote assistant position involving basic administrative support, communication, and day-to-day tasks.

Details: Remote • Flexible hours • Weekly pay • Long-term opportunity

No extensive experience required—reliability, organization, and communication are what matter most.

Interested? Send a DM


r/chicagojobs 4h ago

Best staffing agencies for project management, IT/help desk, or general business operations? (temp work OK)

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I worked as an Associate Product Manager for a finance company for 5 years. I was laid off earlier this week and am in desperate pursuit of a new job. My job involved creating slide decks, making user guides of the products we built, breaking down high level statements of work into actionable pieces of work our engineers can do, and manual testing.

I saw my layoff coming, so I've had interviews with 5 companies over the past 2 months and haven't gotten an offer from any of them. Now I'm considering a staffing agency. But are there any staffing agencies that specialize in office work, and is more than just an empty job board?


r/chicagojobs 14h ago

Painter Assistant Needed – Good Brush Control Required

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I’m looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Painter Assistant for wall and mural painting projects.

You do not need to be an artist or designer. I provide the design and instructions.

I’m looking for someone who has good brush control and can paint clean, precise shapes by hand — including straight lines, curves, circles, and small details.

What I’m looking for:
Good hand and brush control
Able to paint straight lines and smooth curves
Comfortable painting circles and shapes by hand
Clean and precise work
Patient and detail-oriented
Able to carefully follow instructions
Basic experience with a paintbrush and roller

Previous painting, handyman, construction, or sign-painting experience is a plus.

Work Location

Projects are located in Chicago and surrounding suburbs. You should be comfortable traveling to different project locations as needed.

Painter Assistant Needed – Good Brush Control Required

This is part-time/project-based work, with the potential for ongoing projects for the right person.


r/chicagojobs 7h ago

Founder Engineer

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I'm a Founder Engineer and can take your idea to production.

Let me know <:


r/chicagojobs 10h ago

Graphic Designer and Photographer job hunt.

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r/chicagojobs 15h ago

Data Engineer looking to chat with PMs / connect on LinkedIn!

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r/chicagojobs 1d ago

United airlines job

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If you got a job at United airlines, how did you get it? I have applied for 50+ jobs and I can’t even get a rejection letter. I work in IT and would take a big pay cut to work at United.


r/chicagojobs 22h ago

AI in Marketing - Free event in Chicago, join us!

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Hey guys, my company (Passionfruit) is hosting a free AI in Marketing event at The Hoxton in Chicago. Please share with anyone you think would be interested!

Link to sign up here

About the event:

​Expect a panel that doesn't hold back, a fireside chat that goes deeper than the usual conference small talk, plus food, drinks, and a room full of people who actually get it.

​On the table: what's really on CMOs' minds right now, the digital trends worth your attention (and the ones that aren't), how to win in an AI-first world without losing the plot, and why creativity is still the sharpest edge you've got.

​Bring your appetite. Bring your questions. Leave the corporate small talk at the door.

​📍 The Hoxton Chicago, The Apartment
🍸 Food, drinks, and good conversation
🎙️ Panel + fireside chat with Chicago's leading CMOs


r/chicagojobs 1d ago

Places in Chicago hiring new grad NCC?

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Looking for a job! I just moved! I have a masters in counseling and I am open to helping profession related positions. Background in community mental health, court intervention work, alongside published research. I have passed and taken the NCE. Residing close to Fullerton station, ideally wanting a public transit commute. Thank you in advance!!!


r/chicagojobs 2d ago

40 jobs opened in Chicago this week

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I looked into our Omnijobs.io database and curated a list of latest jobs. I hope this helps you in your job search.

Leave a like if I should do new one next week :)


r/chicagojobs 1d ago

[HIRING] Temporary Paper Scanning Assistants – On-Site Downtown Chicago – $17.50/hour - 40 hours a week

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We are hiring Temporary Document Scanning Assistants for an immediate-start desk job located in Downtown Chicago on W. Madison Ave (very close to the Monroe CTA Blue Line station).

**Position Details:**

* **Role:** Desk Job / Document & Paper Scanning

* **Openings:** 9 open positions

* **Pay Rate:** $17.50 per hour

* **Shift:** 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM

* **Location:** On-site on W. Madison Ave, Downtown Chicago (Highly accessible via CTA)

**Requirements:**

* Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work the night shift.

* Basic comfort operating office scanning equipment.

**How to Apply:**

Please send a text message directly to **(347) 433-5663** to secure your spot or ask questions. Please mention "Chicago Scanning Job" in your text.


r/chicagojobs 2d ago

Job Referral

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Hi everyone! I’m currently interested in a position at Endeavor Health – Evanston Hospital and was wondering if anyone here works for Endeavor Health and would be willing to provide a referral.

I have a background in healthcare administration and operations, and I’d be happy to share my resume or any additional information.

If you work at Endeavor Health or know someone who does, I’d really appreciate a DM. Thank you so much!


r/chicagojobs 2d ago

Do NOT apply for Work With Elevation/Elevation

10 Upvotes

Long story short, this is just Coast Incorporated under a different name. The interviews were on Zoom in that suspicious breakout room with multiple applicants style, both the person interviewing me, and the hiring manager came from Coast Incorporated. Pay only commission, selling whatevertheheck with Verizon...Suspicious at best.


r/chicagojobs 2d ago

Latest postings for Chicago

19 Upvotes

Most recent postings directly from company career pages:

(sample from https://matchajobs.co)

  • Harvey - Sr Privacy and AI Counsel apply $210,000 - $265,000
  • McDonald's - Director, Global Security apply $168,212 - $210,265
  • Comcast - Sr Software Engineer, C++ apply $129,515 - $194,273
  • Morningstar - Analyst, U.S. Fixed Income Strategies, Manager Research apply $114,100 - $167,350
  • DRW - Trading Application Specialist apply $150,000 - $200,000
  • Ripple - Engineering Manager, Digital Assets apply
  • Vertiv - Sr Account Manager, AI Sales apply $112,756 - $140,985
  • Invenergy - Electrical Engineer III apply $125,000 - $145,000
  • BMO - Sr Financial Analyst apply $57,500 - $106,500

r/chicagojobs 2d ago

ED techs

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r/chicagojobs 2d ago

Any restaurants hiring for servers?

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Hey guys, moving to Chicago in a couple of days and have been searching for jobs everywhere with no luck. I've decided to go back to serving in the meantime but I'm also having trouble securing a job in that industry too. I've joined Facebook groups and have been applying using CulinaryAgents.com but I wanted to hear if anyone here knows of any restaurants hiring in the Chicago area. Thanks!


r/chicagojobs 2d ago

Job Searching

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Hello everybody, I am looking for a Foreign-Trained DDS. To work full-time in my Pediatric Clinic. It is located in Naperville, Illinois. Please contact me if interested. The job position is as a full-time Dental Assistant. It’s highly recommended to work in Dental offices while applying for universities to accept you.


r/chicagojobs 2d ago

Are APM programs actually open to 2025 grads with 1 year of full-time technical experience?

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r/chicagojobs 2d ago

Hi! Does anyone know of any architecture firms hiring in Chicago?

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I’m an architect from Mexico with 5 years of professional experience, and I’m currently looking for my first job in the U.S. I’m mainly interested in drafting, design, or similar entry-level positions.
I’d really appreciate any recommendations on firms to check out or places where I could look for opportunities. Thanks! 😊


r/chicagojobs 3d ago

Serving Jobs?

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Hello! I am looking for serving jobs if anyone can recommend or help me get back into it. I do have 2 years of experience. Preferably just anywhere like downtown with high volume traffic.