The Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) has launched a paid trainee program to build a pipeline of tech talent to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals and diversify the agency’s workforce. Cohorts will begin with initial classes of 20 participants, with additional cohorts launching as needed. LLCC developed the curriculum for participants and will host a training site in Springfield. A recruitment event is being held today, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Kreher Agriculture Center at LLCC in Springfield.