Illinois SHRM upcoming events

Webinar - IT & HR Apprenticeship Grant Program (11/12/2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT

This programming is brought to you by the Main Street Council under the IL Chamber in conjunction with the Illinois Chapter of the Society of Human Resource Management (IL SHRM).

This session gives Chambers of Commerce and their member employers a clear, actionable look at how to access current grant funding that is available to expand the use of registered apprenticeships in HR and IT roles. Grant funding is available across all Illinois employers through the State of Illinois Apprenticeship Expansion Grant, awarded by the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to the SHRM Foundation, in partnership with Apprenti. Attendees will learn how these apprenticeship pathways help businesses build a stronger workforce, reduce hiring challenges, and improve retention with low cost and reduced administrative burden. The briefing will show Chambers and employers exactly how they can participate, what support is available through SHRM Foundation’s Skills First initiative, and the steps needed to tap into the $350,000 grant and receive additional State of Illinois incentives and tax credits. Business owners will leave with a straightforward approach to use apprenticeships to develop skilled talent and create sustainable, future‑ready workforce solutions.

2027 Illinois SHRM State Conference (03/31/2027)

Wed, 31 Mar 2027 18:30:00 GMT

HR Superpowered:
Lead Boldly. Influence Change. Make an Impact.

Get ready to power up at the 2027 Illinois SHRM State Conference, March 31–April 2 at the Tinley Park Convention Center! Connect, learn and discover new ideas alongside HR professionals from across Illinois.

Start early on Wednesday afternoon, March 31 with optional pre-conference deep-dive workshops. The full conference kicks off Thursday morning, April 1, with two days of education, networking, the Superpower Expo and more.

Attend in person or via livestream, or purchase on-demand-only access to learn on your schedule.

View the full agenda below and start planning your HR Superpowered experience!

Agenda, session times and programming are subject to change.

Illinois SHRM Student Conference (04/03/2027)

Sat, 03 Apr 2027 13:00:00 GMT

Calling all future HR professionals! The Illinois SHRM Student Conference is designed specifically for students who are pursuing a career in Human Resources and ready to take the next step toward their future.

Join students from across Illinois for a day of learning, networking, career development, and connection with experienced HR professionals representing a variety of industries. You’ll gain practical insights you can use as you prepare to enter the workforce, meet other students who share your passion for HR, and begin building the professional network that can support you throughout your career.

The conference features engaging speakers, career-focused breakout sessions, an HR professional panel, networking opportunities, resume and career guidance, and opportunities to connect with SHRM student chapters and fellow emerging professionals. Best of all, the conference is FREE for students!

Who should attend?
Any student interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources—whether you’re just beginning to explore HR or preparing to launch your career.

Come learn. Make connections. Build your confidence. And get ready for your future in HR!

Illinois SHRM upcoming events

Webinar - IT & HR Apprenticeship Grant Program (11/12/2026)

2027 Illinois SHRM State Conference (03/31/2027)

HR Superpowered: Lead Boldly. Influence Change. Make an Impact.

Illinois SHRM Student Conference (04/03/2027)

HR Superpowered:
Lead Boldly. Influence Change. Make an Impact.