Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin
August 2020 Edition
Available Jobs and Job Search Assistance:
City of Minneapolis: TeamMinneapolis View all jobs and apply online
CareerForce Workshop and Events
Find workshops such as Creative Job Search and Career Exploration, Resume Writing, Interview Skills and more. Come in for a visit and let us help you with your job search.
See here for more information about CareerForce Events and Workshops
CareerForce Minneapolis North 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-299-7200 Contact
CareerForce Minneapolis South 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407 651-539-4410 Contact
Events and staff who can assist at Minneapolis CareerForce can be found here:
Featured Job Openings
Blu Dot Headquarters in Minneapolis - 2 Job Openings
Telework arrangements are encouraged, as long as the applicant has access to reliable Internet in their home.
- Blu Dot Customer Service Specialist
- Blu Dot Marketing Coordinator
Learn more about Blu Dot at: https://www.bludot.com/connect/our-story/
Minneapolis Virtual Career Fair
August 12 Virtual Career Fair
Explore Health Care Careers - August 13 & 18 Virtual Events!
Aug 13 Virtual Event: Explore Health Care Careers Workshop – Get Prepared!
Aug 18 Virtual Event: Explore Health Care Careers – Network for Success!
Hennepin County Virtual Hiring Event - August 5
CareerForce Virtual Career Fairs - August 3 & 10
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Virtual Career Fair. Monday, August 3, 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Please register NOW. This online event is an opportunity to meet representatives from Caring Career Starts Here Association, NHS Northstar, Residential Transitions Inc., Spectrum Health Companies and Sunrise Senior Living to learn more about their companies and job openings.
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Virtual Career Fair. Monday, August 10, 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Please register NOW. Employers who will participate will be announced soon.
CareerForce Minneapolis Dislocated Worker Prescreening Sessions
Have you been laid off? Do you qualify for unemployment benefits? You may be eligible for specialized employment and training services through the Dislocated Worker program to help prepare you for your next job. More Information here: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNDEED/bulletins/296c372
CareerForce Job Search Resources
Thursday Morning Virtual Job Club
- Every Thursday Job Club Program is from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
- ① Dial 1-978-990-5235
- ② At the prompt, enter 8726188#
- ③ When session begins, pressing *6 MUTES your phone.
- Pressing *6 again Unmutes your phone.
Individual Job Search Assistance by Phone or E-mail:
CareerForce Recorded Online Workshops
Emergency Rental Assistance due to COVID-19
Hennepin County residents who have been financially harmed by COVID-19 may qualify for emergency assistance to help with rent and other housing costs.
You may qualify for emergency rental assistance if you:
- Rent your housing anywhere in Hennepin County
- Had household income below 50% of the area median income (about $46,550 for a household of three) before COVID-19
- Lost income due to COVID-19 that has not been replaced by unemployment insurance or other emergency assistance
- Can't afford your housing costs this month
- Are not currently receiving Section 8 or other rental assistance
More info and to apply:
Twin Cities Hospitality and Event Workers Relief Fund
The Twin Cities Hospitality and Events Workers’ Relief Effort supports those who lost earnings due to business closures and event cancellations due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Through the fund, workers may access direct financial support of up to $200.00 to assist with rent and mortgage payments, utilities and other essential expenses.
More here: https://www.twincitieshospitalityfund.org/request-support/
List of Resources: https://www.twincitieshospitalityfund.org/resources/
HIRED Training - More4Minneapolis
- Must be resident of Minneapolis
- Training in Leadership, Technical Skills, Computer Skills and Covid- 19 Jobs
- Services include Assessments, Job Search Skills and Support Services
Flyer: https://app.box.com/s/jl429umdhu3qultp60ifdfc77x04uo8n
Equipment Operation Training - AIOIC
Community Health Worker - PPL
Goodwill Easter Seals Training Opportunities
Automotive Technician Training
Business Professional Pathways
Construction Training
DEED Coursera Free Online Training
- List of Free Courses:
- https://www.coursera.org/courses?query=free
- Platform Access Request Form
- https://bit.ly/3i4tlGP
- Learners in Minnesota who choose to sign up for Coursera will need to complete their registration before September 30, 2020.
- Thanks to additional support from the state government of Minnesota, learners will have full access to training through March 2021
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Training Resources
Avivo Career Training
Minneapolis Adult Education (formerly ABE)
Eastside Neighborhood Services
EMERGE
HIRED Career Training
Lutheran Social Services (LSS)
PPL Career Training
Takoda Institute Training
Tasks Unlimited
Twin Cities Rise
Job Search Websites
CareerForceMN View thousands of job listings from private employers statewide.
Minneapolis Public Schools - Careers at Minneapolis Public Schools.
Job Connect Connecting Workforce Professionals, Career Seekers and Employers.
Minnesota Council of Non-Profits Job Board A tool that career seekers 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.
Clean Energy Job Board Apply for jobs in the energy efficiency and renewable energy fields.
jobsinminneapolis.com Use the right resources, tools and services to help get the job you want.
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
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 Development Board. Our programs:
Career Pathways Trainings offer job seekers free or low-cost, accelerated trainings that prepare them for careers in high demand job sectors including Healthcare, IT, Public Safety and the Trades.
Minneapolis Works - Assistance finding a job for low-income, Minneapolis residents ages 18 and older.
WIOA Adult - Employment and training services to eligible adults 18 and over who are looking to gain skills and employment in healthcare, IT, manufacturing, construction or administrative services.
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.
CareerForce
There are two CareerForce locations in Minneapolis. Each offers 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
CareerForce Minneapolis North 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-299-7200 Contact
CareerForce Minneapolis South 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407 651-539-4410 Contact
About this Newsletter
The Job Seeker Bulletin is a monthly e-newsletter by the City of Minneapolis in partnership with CareerForce and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
If you have any questions, please contact Linda DeHaven
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For reasonable accommodations or alternative formats please contact Linda DeHaven at 612.673.5294. People who are deaf or hard of hearing can use a relay service to call 311 agents at 612-673-3000. TTY users can call 612-673-2157 or 612-673-2626.
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