Let’s Break It Down. If you’ve been looking for help paying for school or job training, you may have come across something called WIOA. And you might be wondering—is WIOA a scholarship? Yes. Let’s dive in. What Is WIOA? WIOA stands for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, a federal law passed in 2014 with […]
Category: American Job Center News
Navigating the 2025 Job Market After a Layoff
Finding Your Way in Today’s Job Market: A Guide for Laid-Off Workers Losing a job can feel like someone turned out the lights. One day you’re working hard, the next you’re packing up your desk. But here’s the thing: even though the job market has changed, it’s not all bad news. There are new doors […]
October Job Fair and Hiring Event at Moline Public Library
Looking for your next career move? The American Job Center is excited to share an upcoming opportunity you won’t want to miss. On Thursday, October 2, 2025, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and the Moline Public Library are teaming up to host a Job Fair / Career Fair that connects job seekers with top […]
Services Offered by American Job Center
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the American Job Center, the place where job seekers and businesses come together like a Tinder date that actually works out! Now, imagine this: you’re unemployed, you’ve got holes in your socks, your resume still lists MySpace as a skill—and suddenly, BAM! You walk into the American Job Center in […]
WORKSHOP – Early Childhood Education and Scholarship Opportunities
Why Early Childhood Education Is Workforce Development When most people think of workforce services, they picture career training, tuition assistance, and small business hiring solutions. While these are essential, there’s a missing piece often overlooked: early care and education. Early childhood education isn’t just about preparing children for kindergarten—it’s about creating stability for families and […]