Minneapolis WorkForce Job Seeker Bulletin: July 26

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July 26, 2016

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Getting Honest Feedback after a Failed Interview
Let’s be honest, we’ve all had at least one failed interview. One where we wished we could’ve done or said something differently. Well, overreacting to a failed interview isn’t going to help you. In fact, it can actually prevent you from making progress in your job search. If you take emotion out of the equation, you can calmly ask the hiring manager for honest feedback about your weaknesses. Handle rejections gracefully to maintain a positive image with hiring managers and keep the door open for future opportunities.

Learn more about how to handle failed interviews. 


RESOURCES

FREE Job Search Handouts and Advice
Northern Illinois University’s Career Services department has a number of 1-2 pages handouts of information that may answer your questions about job searching. There are handouts in networking, people skills, employer information, elevator speech, action words, and more, that just may help you land your next job.
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Job Connect

  • Connecting Workforce Professionals, Job Seekers and Employers.

Minnesota Council of Non-Profits Job Board

  • A tool that jobseekers can use to view hundreds of nonprofit jobs that match their qualifications and employers can post their latest nonprofit openings.

Hennepin County

  • Search for job openings in Hennepin County.

City of Saint Paul  

  • Apply for current employment opportunities open to the public.

jobsinminneapolis.com

  • Use the right resources, tools and services to help get the job you want.

Minnesotaworks.net

  • View thousands of job listings from private employers statewide.

CareerOneStop

  • Manage your career and your pathway to career success.

USAJOBS

  • Search for federal government jobs throughout the country.

CAREERwise

  • Discover tools and resources for a successful job hunt.

State of Minnesota  

  • Explore career opportunities and potential for career advancement in Minnesota.

Minneapolis Workforce Centers

There are two WorkForce Centers located in Minneapolis. Each offers a knowledge staff to guide you, essential tools for job search success, and free services including: 

  • Computer Labs
  • Skills Assessment
  • Information on Career Transition
  • Career Counseling and Planning
  • Access to Free Training and Certifications
  • Resume Writing and Interview Assistance
  • Veterans Programs

North Minneapolis
1200 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411
8am-4:30pm
Monday-Friday
612-520-3500 or email us. 

South Minneapolis
777 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407
8am-4:30pm
Monday-Friday
612-821-4000 or email us.


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Training Opportunities

Minneapolis TechHire Initiative
There are more Information Technology jobs than tech workers in the metro. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) predict there will be more than 200,000 tech jobs available in Minnesota in the next decade (not including health care tech jobs).

In response to this rapid growth, the City of Minneapolis along with three high-quality accelerated learning programs partnered to create an affordable program with the purpose of training and placing diverse workers into technology careers. Are you interested?
More Information

Communication, Design, and Developer Training
Supported by the MN Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), Asian Media Access is planning for a 13-week "Let's Get IT" Training for 30 individuals that will prepare them for job fields in communication, design, and developer, along with possible certifications in Multimedia, Graphics Design, and Web Development Career Pathways. A preliminary assessment is needed to determine the level of readiness of individuals.

For more information, please email William Harrison.

FREE Employment Empowerment Courses
Monday-Friday, 9am-Noon for three weeks
August 8th to August 26th
Lutheran Social Service (LSS) of MN Center for Changing Lives, Training and Education Center, 2nd floor
2400 Park Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404

LSS of MN Center for Changing Lives is offering free three week Employment Empowerment workshops in dealing with confidence, success, values and goals and classes in networking, applications, job satisfaction, resumes, cover and thank you letters, interviews, and financial literacy.
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FREE Financial Course
August 10, 17, 24: 9am-Noon
Lutheran Social Service (LSS) of MN Center for Changing Lives, Training and Education Center, 2nd floor
2400 Park Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404

LSS of MN Center for Changing Lives is offering free financial courses to help you manage your money. To register, email the Training and Education Center at LSS of MN or call 612-879-5286.
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Project for Pride in Living Career Pathways FREE Training Programs
Project for Pride in Living (PPL) offers job and skills training programs designed to help you improve your employment opportunities.

Free trainings offered by PPL:

To learn more or apply, attend an Information Session:
Every Monday, 9am-10am
PPL Learning Center
1925 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404

Call 612-455-5300 with questions.
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Software Guild Coding Bootcamp
Apply by August 5th for 12-week immersive program starting September 12th.
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Trainings by HIRED
HIRED is providing a variety of job trainings to help you earn the credentials needed to get into your dream career.

To learn more, please email Andrea Peterson or call 952-697-1366.
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Notice of Apprenticeship Applications
Ironworkers Local 512 is accepting applications for the November 2016 Construction Apprenticeship class. To apply at the St. Paul Training Center, please call 651-489-3829.
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Upcoming Job Search Events

Employer of the Day – Target
Tuesday, July 26, 11am-1pm
Sabathani Community Center
310 East 38th Street, Suite 200, Minneapolis, MN 55409
See Flyer

On-site Hiring Event
Tuesday, July 26, 1pm-4pm
Minneapolis North WorkForce Center
1200 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411
More Information

Job Development Career Fair
Monday, August 1, 9am-2pm
Sabathani Community Center
310 East 38th Street, Suite 200, Minneapolis, MN 55409
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Employer of the Day – AirServ
Tuesday, August 2, 11am-1pm
Sabathani Community Center
310 East 38th Street, Suite 200, Minneapolis, MN 55409
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Macy’s Hiring Event
Wednesday, August 3, 10am-1pm
Brookdale Library, room ABC
6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
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Employer of the Day – U.S. Bank
Tuesday, August 9, 11am-1pm
Sabathani Community Center
310 East 38th Street, Suite 200, Minneapolis, MN 55409
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Dungarvin Hiring Event
Wednesday, August 17, 10am-1pm
Northwest Family Service Center, room 200
7051 Brooklyn Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
More Information

Minneapolis Career Fair
Thursday, August 18, 11am-2pm
Embassy Suites Minneapolis – Airport
7901 34th Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55425
Pre-registration is required.
See Flyer
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Pillsbury United Communities Job Fair
Thursday, August 18, 3pm-6pm
Harrison Recreation Center
503 Irving Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55405
More Information

Employer of the Day – Dungarvin
Tuesday, August 23, 11am-1pm
Sabathani Community Center
310 East 38th Street, Suite 200, Minneapolis, MN 55409
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Sabathani Community Center Job Fair
Wednesday, August 24, Noon-4pm
Sabathani Community Center
310 East 38th Street, Suite 200, Minneapolis, MN 55409
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City of Minneapolis: TeamMinneapolis
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Employment and Training Programs

City of Minneapolis Employment and Training

City of Minneapolis Employment and Training administers a variety of employment and training programs under the direction of the Mayor, City Council, and Minneapolis Workforce Council. To learn more about specific programs click on the following links:

  • Minneapolis Works 
    Assistance finding a job for low-income, Minneapolis residents ages 18 and older.
  • Minneapolis Youth Works
    Assistance with high school completion, work preparation or employment goals for Minneapolis Youth ages 14-21.
  • Dislocated Worker Program
    Comprehensive services for those who have lost their job through no fault of their own for adult ages 18 and older.
  • Train to Career
    Job-skills training in a select occupation in demand for low-income, Minneapolis residents.