Build your career with the WorkSmart Network
Free, personalized career and training services for workers, job seekers, and young adults across South-Central Wisconsin - whoever you are, we have career planners and programs to help.
WHO WE SERVE
Adults & job seekers
Starting out, changing careers, or returning to work
Dislocated workers
Laid off due to organizational closure or downsizing
Young adults 16-24
Exploring careers, earning credentials or re-engaging
SERVICES AVAILABLE
All services are free of charge. Your career planner will work with you to determine which services fit your situation.
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Career exploration & assessments
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Interview preparation
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Training & certification funding
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Connections to partner programs
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Resume & cover letter support
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Job search & placement help
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Apprenticeship connections
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Re-entry navigation for returning citizens
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Labor market data & information
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Wraparound support services
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Connections to community resources
Supported by multiple funding sources. WorkSmart Network services are made possible through a range of federal and state grant programs — including WIOA, which supports employment and training for adults, dislocated workers, and young adults. Your career planner will help identify which programs and resources are the best fit for your situation.
HOW IT WORKS
Get started
Attend a free info session to learn what's available, or apply directly for a program
Meet your career planner
If accepted into a program, you'll be matched with a career planner for a one-on-one meeting
Build your career plan
Together you'll work on your resume, training options, employer connections, and more
Stay connected
Regular check-ins with your planner continue even after you've landed a job
Ready to get started?
Our online application is on its way. In the meantime, attend an information session, stop by one of our Job Centers or contact us directly - we'll get you connected with a career planner.
LOCATIONS
We're located throughout south-central Wisconsin. Some sites are appointment-based — contact us and we'll connect you with the right team and location for your needs.
Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Ave, Madison, WI 53704
(608) 288-2459
Sauk County Job Center
505 Broadway St B27, Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-4806
Operation Fresh Start
2670 Milwaukee St, Madison, WI 53704
Contact us
Jefferson County WDC
674 Collins Rd, Jefferson, WI 53549
(920) 675-4609
Madison College & Moraine Park Campuses
Contact us
Real Lives, Real Change
Being out of work is very stressful and the support they've provided is exceptionally valuable. They're very kind and patient.
Jennifer - WorkSmart Network participant, WIOA Dislocated Worker Program
They have helped change mine and my children's lives in the best way possible, by helping me get the chance to achieve financial freedom.
Delilah - WorkSmart Network participant, WIOA Adult Program
It feels so good to come to work every day and know I’m doing something I love. I’m excited to keep learning and growing.
Zoe - WorkSmart Network participant, WIOA Youth Program and Youth Apprenticeship Program