Sign Up To Get Access To:
- A Retail Career Blueprint to help you explore, start, and grow a career in retail
- Retail career pathways and upskilling opportunities
- Tips, tools, and training for building in-demand skills
- Information about the Retail Apprenticeship Program
Your next opportunity is around the corner, and retail is where it begins.
When you enter your email and join our retail career network, you’ll receive immediate access to your free Retail Career Blueprint, along with exclusive tools and resources designed to help you explore, start, and grow a career in retail.
The Retail Career Blueprint is a complete guide to building a retail career from entry-level roles to ownership. It offers expert advice from Illinois retailers, skill-building lessons in leadership and teamwork, and ready-to-use resume and cover letter templates.
You’ll also hear inspiring stories from the people behind Illinois retail, and receive direct access to the Retail Apprenticeship Program, which provides hands-on training, mentorship, and a pathway to earn industry-recognized credentials, all supported by the Illinois Retail Merchants Association.
If you’re exploring your first job, switching industries, or looking for work that connects you to your community, IRMA gives you what you need to gain real-world experience and grow at your own pace.