On Tuesday March 23rd over 150 community residents attended an informational session on how to apply for jobs at the Wilson Yard Target store. People of different ages, abilities, interests and backgrounds came together to hear from ONE leaders, Alderman Shiller and representatives from Target and Holsten Development.
The basics are clear. ONE members have worked with Alderman Shiller, Holsten Development and other stakeholders for years to ensure that the Wilson Yard Development benefits the community. The things that ONE members prioritized as important are affordable housing for families and seniors as well as economic development and employment opportunities for our community. To see what ONE leader Shawn Bryant had to say about it click here.
Target plans to open at the end of July. Before they open they will hire between 250-300 employees to fill a variety of shifts and positions. They have committed to prioritize people who live within a mile of the store. They are looking for people who are fast, fun, and friendly; will take pride in the store; and can work a variety of hours. They tend to have a higher need for people who can work on evenings and weekends. For more specific information about the jobs check out the questions that ONE members asked Target.
After a presentation from the Human Resources representatives from Target, a panel of experts answered questions from the community members gathered. The panel included Jackie Holsten of Holsten Development; Angela Morrison of Inspiration Corporation; Orit Vardi from Alternatives Inc.; Nancy Kramer, Truman College; Alderman Helen Shiller; Megan Wszalek and Yovi Escorcia from Target.
Click here for more information on how to apply for jobs at the Wilson Yard Target online. If you live in the community let us know that you have submitted your application – email your name, address and phone number to cory@onechicago.org.
For more information on what community youth are doing to ensure that Target hires young people from the community call Angela or Frankiem at 773-769-3232 x17.
