Businesses

Partner with CLC

We support businesses and nonprofit organizations in Lake County

We provide a wide range of services, from starting or expanding your business to boosting your team’s productivity. We also connect you with top talent among CLC students and graduates.

In CLC, you find a partner who wants to see your business succeed as much as you do. Together, we make Lake County stronger and more prosperous.

Connect to solutions, optimize outcomes and partner for success with CLC.

Making an impact

78% of graduates of the Class of 2023 were employed within one year of graduating
332 businesses and institutions were represented across 37 academic advisory committees
593 community members serve on CLC advisory committees, including career advisory committees
69 apprenticeships offered with 19 employers

Source: CLC Community Impact Report 2024

Join the Manufacturing Alliance

Visionaries and innovators are transforming the future of regional manufacturing. Access top talent, build a stronger network, and develop a positive culture to attract and retain employees to your business.

Learn about the Alliance

Training for professionals and businesses

Take your team to the next level with customized training or open-enrollment professional development courses.

Customized corporate training

Training for professionals

Start or expand your small business

The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides no-cost expert advice, training and tools for Lake County small businesses.

Consult small business experts

Hire CLC students and graduates

Post your job openings for CLC students and alumni. Work with us to set up internship or apprenticeship opportunities.

Tap into CLC talent

Give to your community

Volunteer your time, talent and resources to develop tomorrow's employees.

Support the CLC Foundation

Share your career expertise

Work with CLC

Vendors, do business with CLC! Use your services to help CLC students and Lake County community members thrive.

Become a vendor

Host your event at CLC

CLC has a wide range of top-notch rental venues. We offer reasonable rates with discounts for nonprofits.

View event venues

What employers and students say about CLC

Katy King
Senior Talent Sourcing Specialist, Advocate Health Care
“The college is truly dedicated to helping students and graduates find employment opportunities that match their skills and interests.”
CLC is a member of the Lake County Workforce Ecosystem. This results in meaningful connections that benefit students, employers and community.
Read the Community Impact Report
Chris Rudolph
Owner, Rudolph Certified Public Accounting
“Our CPA firm has hired CLC interns for years, and the experience has been wonderful. The students have gained real-world professional experience while attending school.”
Through internships, CLC students gain practical skills and employers access talent to help grow the business.
Explore the accounting program
Natasha Phillips
Graduate
“Heating, ventilation and air conditioning is a trade skill that’s always going to be needed, so I can have a stable career.”
Natasha studied HVAC/R Engineering Technology at CLC. A Workforce Equity Initiative grant paid for her education so she can start a new career in a high-demand industry.
Read Natasha's story
Ian Velasquez
Graduate
“At CLC I learned all the skills I need to enter the welding and fabrication industry one step ahead of everyone else. The teachers were attentive and helpful throughout my time in the program.”
Ian earned a General Welding Certificate at CLC. A Workforce Equity Initiative (WEI) grant paid for his education so he can start a career in a high-demand field.
Learn about the WEI grant
Joshua Cardin
Graduate
“While I was in the Coast Guard, I’d take a class here or there online with other colleges. None of them hold a candle to CLC. It’s unbelievable how far the college is looking forward and how many opportunities are available for the people of Lake County.”
Joshua studied Fire Science Technology at CLC after serving in the U.S. Coast Guard. He now works as a firefighter and is studying Emergency Medical Technology to also become a paramedic.
Read Joshua's story