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Creating Career Pathways Beyond a College Degree

JumpHire connects adults with the training, mentorship, and employment opportunities they need to build stable careers and earn family-sustaining wages.
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What Is JumpHire?

JumpHire’s mission is to eliminate barriers to employment for adults without college degrees. We provide access to the training, support, and connections needed to help participants secure employment in careers that offer family-sustaining wages. We achieve this through partnerships with:
  • Employers seeking to diversify their workforce
  • Industry-specific training providers seeking highly motivated candidates
  • Community organizations working to strengthen their neighborhoods through employment opportunities
  • Nonprofit organizations committed to improving economic mobility and community well-being across Chicago's South and West Sides
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Our Impact

85%

Placement Rate

$10M+

Invested in Chicago's Underserved Communities

12,000+

Pounds of Food Distributed

What We Do

Eliminating Barriers to Employment

For Job Seekers

Earn a career-ready credential in months—not years. Explore our training programs and take the next step toward a stable, rewarding career.

For Employers

Looking to hire skilled, diverse talent? We connect employers with motivated candidates and help unlock untapped potential. Let’s work together.

Community & Training Partners

Our impact is powered by strong partnerships. We collaborate with community organizations and training providers to expand opportunities, and we’re always looking to grow our network.

Our Partners

Career Training

Each training track is designed to be completed in nine months or less, connecting participants to in-demand healthcare careers. Training options include Pharmacy Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, and Emergency Medical Technician.
  • Targeted outreach and partnerships with training providers to identify motivated participants
  • Employer partnerships that help design skills-based training aligned with high-demand roles
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Comprehensive Support

We recognize that pursuing a new career comes with real challenges. That’s why we provide a holistic support system designed to reduce barriers and help participants succeed. Our services include:
  • Stipends to help cover program-related expenses
  • Mentorship and career navigation guidance
  • Financial planning and budgeting support
  • Soft skills training and professional development
  • Interview attire assistance
  • Access to a food pantry
  • Mental health support
  • We also provide ongoing support for up to one year after participants secure employment to help ensure continued stability and career growth.

Our Community & Employer Partners

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Stories, Updates & Community Impact

Stay informed with the latest updates, success stories, and program highlights from JumpHire as we continue creating career opportunities and strengthening communities.

JumpHire Featured In Chicago Sun Times

Local news highlights JumpHire’s mission supporting career opportunities for underserved communities.
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Helping Students Succeed In Supply Chain

Career training program helping motivated students build successful futures in supply chain careers.
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Start Your Career Journey with JumpHire

Take the first step toward a better future. Access training programs, gain new skills, connect with employers, and move confidently toward a stable, rewarding career.

Attend an Informational Session

Register for an in-person informational session held at our office to learn more and apply.

Join a Training Program

Take part in career-focused training designed to prepare you for real, in-demand job opportunities.

Build Your Skills

Develop practical, job-ready skills that align with what employers are actively seeking.

Connect with Employers

Access a network of companies and organizations looking to hire motivated, prepared candidates.

Create Opportunities

Join a community committed to expanding access to meaningful careers and stronger economic futures.

Launch Your Career

Many pathways can help you become job-ready in as little as 16 weeks, with continued support from JumpHire for up to one year after graduation.

Participant Testimonials

Joining the JumpHire CNA program was a life-changing decision for me. The program provided hands-on training, supportive instructors, and the confidence I needed to succeed in healthcare.

Bobbi B. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Best program I have joined, super positive, super motivating, super professional. I would definitely recommend!

Zainab B. Pharmacy Technician

From the beginning to the end, the program is phenomenal. They help you evolve in areas you would have never expected to see yourself grow...

Lord M. Patient Transporter

Contact Us

Phone Number

708-589-9101

Email Address

info@jumphire.org

Address

328 N Albany Ave, Suite 101 Chicago, IL 60612

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Join JumpHire  to develop new skills, connect with employers, and build a career that provides long-term stability for you and your family.

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