When Anna came to JCFS Chicago she was in the process of finishing her bachelor’s degree in English. Anna has a passion for reading and libraries, and she expressed to her employment specialist her desire to find a job in a library.

With support from her employment specialist, Anna spent months researching and applying for library positions. She even began volunteering at her local library to gain more experience while she continued to apply for jobs.

After several months of trying to find a position, Anna’s employment specialist worked with a local library to create a subsidized work experience opportunity. This allowed Anna to gain hands-on experience working as a library page. After completing three months of subsidized work, she secured a permanent position at a local library. Now Anna can build a meaningful career in a field she loves.