Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin

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September, 2017

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Job Seekers: Don't Miss This Critical Step: Thank You is a Powerful Phrase

Many job seekers put so much of themselves on succeeding in the job interview that they overlook a key element that comes right after the interview – writing thank-you letters or notes. It's a vital post-interview step, according to Creative Job Search. Get several tips to help you write successful, effective thank yous here.


RESOURCES

4 Resources for Finding Great Networking Events

There are tons of networking events happening in your local area, but finding the right ones to attend can be a challenge. Luckily, there are multiple resources designed to make the search easier.  Read more. 


Minneapolis WorkForce Centers Events

WorkForce Centers help job seekers find employment, help businesses find workers, and help anyone at any stage explore and plan careers.  

Minneapolis North WorkForce Center Workshops 

Minneapolis South WorkForce Center  Workshops and Job Clubs


View Job Listings

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.

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City of Minneapolis: TeamMinneapolis
View all jobs and apply online here.

US Postal Service City Carrier Assistant Positions 
Numerous positions available in the Minneapolis 554 ZIP code areas.

Apply online at www.usps.com/careers. Click “Search Now”. In the “keywords box”, type in Minneapolis. In the “location box”, highlight “Minnesota”, then click “start”.


Upcoming Job Search Events

Job Development Career Fair
Monday, September 18, 9 AM - 2 PM
Health Services Building
525 Portland Avenue South – Room L114, Minneapolis, MN
Flyer
 
UPS Minneapolis Facility Hiring Event
Tuesday, September 19, 6:30 PM, or
Tuesday, September 26, 6:30 PM
3312 Broadway St NE, Minneapolis, MN
Link
 
Minneapolis Professional & Technology Diversity Career Fair
Tuesday, September 19, 11 AM - 2 PM
U.S. Bank Stadium
900 South 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN
Link

Open House-Hiring Caregivers
Wednesday, September 20, 12 - 6 PM
Good Samaritan Society Services@Home
1415 Lilac Dr. N, Golden Valley, MN
Link

Fairview + HealthEast Clinical Career Fair
Friday, September 20, 2 - 6 PM
Ramada Plaza Minneapolis
1330 Industrial Boulevard NE, Minneapolis, MN
Link
 
Northside Community Job & Resource Fair
Wednesday, September 20, 3 - 7 PM
Minneapolis North WorkForce Center
800 West Broadway Avenue, Minneapolis, MN
Link
 
Twin Cities Orthopedics Career Fair
Thursday, September 21, 5 - 8 PM
4010 West 65 Street, Edina, MN
Link
 
Job Fair of Minneapolis
Monday, September 25, 10 AM - 1 PM
Embassy Suites by Hilton - Minneapolis Airport
7901 34th Ave. S, Bloomington, MN
Link
 
Minneapolis Job Fair
September 25, 11 AM - 2 PM
Crowne Plaza
3 Appletree Square, Bloomington, MN
Link
 
Employer of the Day – Target Uptown
Target Team Member: Target Express TM, Starbucks, Sales floor, Logistics, Backroom, Cashier
Tuesday, September 26, 11 AM - 1 PM
Sabathani Community Center
310 East 38th Street # 120, Minneapolis, MN
Flyer
 
CAPI Employer of the Day: Elim
Tuesday, September 26, 11 AM - 1 PM
3702 E Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN
Flyer
 
Union Jobs Fair
Wednesday, September 27
Employer Panel: 9:30 - 10:30 AM
On-Site Hiring Event: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Pipefitters JAC Training Center
6200 Lakeland Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN
Flyer
 
Macys National Hiring Event
September 28, 11 AM - 8 PM, and
September 29, 11 AM - 6 PM
ALL Macy’s Locations
Link
 
Job Development Career Fair
Monday, October 2, 9 AM - 2 PM
Hennepin County Library – Minneapolis Central
300 Nicollet Mall, 2nd Floor
Minneapolis, MN
Flyer
 
People of Color Career Fair
Tuesday, October 10, 10 AM - 3 PM
Minneapolis Convention Center Room 200
1301 2nd Ave. South, Minneapolis, MN
Link
 
Employer of the Day – Macy’s
Seasonal Retails Sales and Support (merchandising, signing and receiving)
Tuesday, October 10, 11 AM - 1 PM
Sabathani Community Center
310 East 38th Street # 120, Minneapolis, MN
 
Minneapolis Career Fair
Tuesday, October 10, 6 PM Sharp
Hilton Mall of America, Bloomington
3800 American Blvd. East, Bloomington, MN 55425
Link
 
Comcast Hiring Event
Customer Service, Retail Sales Associates, Communication Technicians, Xfinity Sales Associate
Wednesday, October 11, 10 AM - 12 PM
Hennepin County Library
15700 36th Ave. North, Plymouth, MN
 
DAV RecruitMilitary Minneapolis Veterans Job Fair
Thursday, October 12, 11 AM - 3 PM
The Earle Brown Heritage Center
6155 Earle Brown Drive, Minneapolis, MN
Link
 
Disability Inclusion Summit & Career Fair
Friday, October 13, 9 AM - 3 PM
Xcel Energy, 401 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN
Link
 
Employer of the Day – The Family Partnership
Drop-In Child Care Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Teacher’s Float, Teacher’s Aide
Tuesday, October 17, 11 AM - 1 PM
Sabathani Community Center
310 East 38th Street # 120, Minneapolis, MN 


Training Opportunities

Minnesota Opportunity Corps Navigator
Receive training to help economically disadvantaged people in the metro area navigate employment and/or post-secondary education to meet their career goals and get a living-wage job.
 
Navigators receive Global Career Development Facilitator training, on-going support, and professional development opportunities. In addition, eligible members receive a modest living stipend, an education award of up to $5,815 and other benefits.
 
Start in September and serve through July 7, 2018.
Learn more.
 
Free Manufacturing: Certified Production Technician Training
Complete four foundational manufacturing courses to earn an industry-recognized credential, the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician. Training offered by HIRED.
 
Class start dates: October 2 and November 8
Link
 
SOAR (Skills, Opportunity, Achievement, Responsibility)
Soar at American Indian OIC/Takoda Group equips 18-24 year old young adults with academic and vocational skills and provides access to opportunities that help them accomplish personal achievement and embrace a spirit of responsibility. SOAR serves individuals who’ve had run-ins with the law and are looking to improve their futures. Grant and scholarships for career training are available for those who qualify.
Flyer
 
Free Workshops at PPL in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Improve your computer and professional development skills.  Sign-up for a free workshop and learn how you can earn a $10 bus or gas card. Call 612-455-5300 to reserve a spot.
Link
 
Resource 2017 Career-Education-Training-Schedule
·  Business &Computer Applications Specialist: Sept. 18 - Nov. 2
·  Accounting Support 101: Oct. 30 -  Dec.7
·  Healthcare Technician: Oct. 2 - Nov. 22 or Oct. 30 - Dec. 21
·  Computer Technician: Oct. 2, 2017 - Feb. 16, 2018
·  Manufacturing & Warehouse Fundamentals: Sept. 18 - Oct. 13
·  Mechatronics: Oct. 16 - Nov. 17
·  Manufacturing Skills 102: Oct. 16 – Nov. 3
 
Free Food Safety Training
This PUC program helps participants (17 years +) gain experience in a licensed kitchen, Serve Safe certification, quality job references, and help finding a job. Sessions are held monthly at Pillsbury United Communities’ Oak Park Center.  (Free)
Flyer
 
Bridge to Customer Service
Gain the skills and certification needed to start your career as an entry level customer service representative with opportunities to work in office administration, retail management, or call center support, among other fields.

October 9 – December 1, 2017
CLUES, 720 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN
Flyer
 
Bridge to Carpentry
Gain the skills needed to start your career as a carpenter.

October 16 – December 8
CLUES, 797 East 7th Street, Saint Paul, MN
Flyer
 
CAN and Clerical Healthcare Training
Improve your industry specific soft skills while gaining experience in a nursing home or hospital. Join PPL’s CAN and Clerical Healthcare Internship programs. 12 months of employment specialist support, along with one-on-one financial coaching, are included.

Classes run October 16 - November 17
Please attend a 9:00 a.m. Monday morning informational session.
CNA Flyer
Healthcare Flyer
 
Minneapolis Saint Paul TechHire Initiative IT Offerings
TechHire aims to close the workforce skills gap in the high tech economy by building a path for diverse workers to access training, support and tech jobs across the Greater Minneapolis Region.
 
IT-Ready Class
Fall Class Starts: October 23, 2017
Application Deadline: September 29, 2017
Location - Edina, MN
More info.
 
Prime Digital Academy Full Stack Engineering
Apply By – September 29, 2017
Class starts – December 11, 2017
Graduation – March 30, 2018 
Link
 
Software Guild Online Bootcamp
This program is for those who want to learn the skills necessary for entry-level software development jobs, but who cannot commit to the immersive, full-time on-ground program. 10 – 14 months.
Apply By – September 15, 2017
Class starts – October 2, 2017 or
 
Apply By – October 20, 2017
Class starts – November 6, 2017
Link


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.

Minneapolis Workforce Centers

There are two WorkForce Centers located in Minneapolis. Each offers a knowledgeable 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
800 West Broadway, Minneapolis, MN 55411
8am-4:30pm
Monday-Friday
612-299-7200 or email us. 

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