The Common Hiring Application allows you to submit one application that is shared with participating manufacturing companies in McHenry County. This gives you access to multiple opportunities with one simple form.
Who Should Apply?
Anyone interested in a career in manufacturing, from students to experienced professionals.
Submit the application and participating companies will contact you directly if there’s a match.
No experience in manufacturing or resume needed!
McHenry County College
• Provides career training programs, certifications, degree pathways, and workforce development courses. MCC also offers career services, including resume assistance, interview preparation, and job search support.
McHenry County Workforce Network
• Offers job search assistance, career coaching, training grants, resume support, and connections to local employers. MCWN can help individuals re-enter the workforce or transition into a new career.
ProjectSEARCH
• A program designed to help young adults with disabilities gain hands-on job training and transition successfully into competitive employment.
STEP Forward
• A workforce readiness and second-chance employment initiative through the 22nd Judicial Circuit that connects individuals to job opportunities and support services.
The Common Hiring Application connects job seekers to year-round employment opportunities with participating manufacturing companies. The Summer Internship Program is a structured, 10-week program specifically for high school students (ages 16-18) and operates separately from this application.
No. The Common Hiring Application is shared with participating manufacturing companies in McHenry County. Submitting one application allows multiple companies to review your information.
No. Many entry-level opportunities are available, and no prior manufacturing experience is required.
Participating companies review applications and will contact you directly if your skills and interests match an open position.
The Common Hiring Application allows multiple companies to review your information. If you are interested in a specific company, you are also encouraged to visit their website directly.
Opportunities may include entry-level production roles, skilled trades, technical positions, administrative support, and more, depending on participating companies’ current openings.
Yes. Skills from other industries are often transferable to manufacturing roles.
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