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You may find some of these resources useful as you explore career options, balance work and family concerns, and ensure that you are being treated fairly on the job.

Workplace Rights
For additional information about your legal rights on the job go to www.workplacefairness.org.

Contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or U.S. Department of Labor for information on how to file a complaint.

New federal rules regarding who is eligible for overtime pay went into effect in August 2004. To find out if your job makes you eligible for overtime pay visit www.workingamerica.org.

Financial Aid
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission's College Zone website can help you through the financial aid process.

Fill out the free Application for Federal Student Aid to find out how much financial aid you can receive for college.

Career Development
www.JobSearchIntelligence.com provides a free salary calculator to job seekers. The service is easy to use and helps you precisely define your value to employers.

Balancing Work and Family
Visit www.nationalpartnership.org for more information on the Family and Medical Leave Act.

Visit www.nwlc.org for information on eligibility for child care assistance.

For a list of the best companies for working mothers go to www.workingmother.com.

Child Care and Education Information in Illinois
Illinois offers child care support for low-income parents while they are working or attending education and training programs. To learn more about receiving assistance while you attend a training or education program, see our child care brochure. Click here for a Spanish brochure.

To order copies of our brochure in English or Spanish for your clients or students, call or e-mail our office.

Find education and training programs at colleges and universities in Illinois.