Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin
April 2022 Edition
CareerForce Individual Job Search Appointments
Choose the Date and Time that Works Best for You
Appointments are offered by CareerForce specialists. You might discuss ways to fine tune your networking strategy, update your resume or explore career opportunities that match your interests, skills and experience.
Choose days and times for appointments using our printable event calendar (Appointments are 30 minutes each.)
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North Minneapolis location - 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-299-7200
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South Minneapolis location - 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407 651-539-4410
Once registered, you will be contacted by a specialist to determine how you will meet.
CareerForce Workshops and Events
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Career Search for Veterans: April 4, 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM - Meet weekly with other military veterans - get support, advice, referrals and more! Must be a Veteran of the US Armed Forces.
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Job Search Over 50 : April 5, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM - This workshop focuses on practical, proven advice for workers over 50 looking to resume an established career or try something brand new!
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Resume Writing Workshop: April 6 ,1:00 PM - 2:30 PM - Craft a resume that will get you noticed. Learn best practices for creating a resume that meets the specific requirements of a position and find out what type of resume may be best for you.
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New Leaf Online: April 13, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - This workshop provides tailored information for job seekers who have a criminal record and are looking for work.
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In-Person: Hiring Event with Anoka County, Wednesday, April 6, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM. Meet companies at CareerForce Blaine, 1201 89th Avenue – 2nd Floor, Blaine, such as Doherty Staffing Solutions, FedEx Ground, Idc Automatic, MN Department of Transportation, ResCare Community Living, and many more!
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Interview Skills Workshop: April 20 ,1:00 PM - 2:30 PM - Approach your next interview with increased confidence. Learn how to answer challenging interview questions and gain frameworks to structure your response during the interview.
More information at Virtual & Interactive Services for Career Seekers
Check the Career Fair Calendar for company hiring events and walk in interview opportunities.
Lost your job? Need work now?
If you have been laid off (or notified that a layoff is coming) through no fault of your own, we offer services at no cost that focus on preparing you to find a suitable new job.
Our Dislocated Worker Program services are designed to help workers who have been laid off get back to work as quickly as possible through services like:
- Career planning and counseling
- Counselor-approved training
- Job search and placement services
- Limited funds for support services
You can apply by going to CareerForce and click on the “Change Your Career” option under "For Career Seekers" or contact Leah Temkin from Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis at 952-417-2108, Heidi Stay from Department of Employment & Economic Development at 651-539-4421, or Zonia Holub from CLUES at 612-746-3520. Or, get a head start by filling out the short interest form.
April Dislocated Worker Schedule
This is a Registration Sign-up session only, not in person, and will NOT be held at the Careerforce location. Individuals need access to one of the following: email, phone and/or Skype.
Schedule in April: (These are all activated in Minnesotaworks.net)
Any questions, please email: heidi.stay@state.mn, Phone: 651-539-4421
City of Minneapolis - Open Positions
TCCP - Warehouse Positions
Morris Packaging - Open Positions
- Hiring Full-Time employees for permanent positions in Plymouth MN
- Day shift opening for Sanitation Specialist with wage of $19-22/hr based on experience
- Other open positions
John A. Daisin & Son Commercial Roofing - 50 Roofing Apprentices
- John A. Dalsin and Son, a South Minneapolis-based commercial roofing company, is recruiting 50 Roofing Apprentices.
- Wage of $22.50 for new apprentices.
- More details and to apply
Forest Lake Contracting - Side Dump/Straight Dump Truck Driver
Hennepin County Virtual Hiring Event - April 6
Wednesday April 6 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Hennepin County Virtual Hiring Event - April 20
Wednesday April 20 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Minnesota DHS Career Connect Session - April 21
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is hosting Career Connect Sessions to connect job seekers with career and internship opportunities and provide tips for navigating the hiring process.
Minneapolis Teen Job Fair - April 30
The 2022 Minneapolis Teen Job Fair is scheduled for Saturday, April 30 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Minneapolis Park & Recreation building, located at 2117 West River Rd North in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Park & Rec Board - Park Programs Free at 17 Locations
All youth programs and sports are free beginning this summer at 17 Minneapolis parks and facilities
Registration fees have been eliminated for all youth programs, activities and sports leagues based at select Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) parks, recreation centers and facilities.
This new policy applies to any Minneapolis resident ages 17 and under signing up for any activity at one of 17 MRPB sites. It begins with the start of summer youth program registration and will continue through at least the end of 2022.
See sites with free youth programs here
Metro Transit - Transit Assistance Program
- The Transit Assistance Program (TAP) allows eligible riders to pay $1 fares for their trips. The program was created to make public transit more affordable. Individuals can enroll in person, online or by mail.
CareerForceMN View thousands of job listings from private employers statewide.
MN Works Online job bank for finding jobs in Minnesota.
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.
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
Subscribe to the Job Seeker Bulletin or read past issues.
CareerForce can help you prepare for and find good jobs now!
Visit CareerForceMN.com/GoodJobsNow to get help finding the opportunity that fits your needs. Whether that’s matching your skills to a job that’s available right now, or connecting you to short-term training opportunities that lead to in-demand jobs on promising career paths, we can connect you to the tools and training you need.
Get personal assistance by phone or email with CareerForce specialists. Find contact information for staff at a CareerForce location near you at CareerForceMN.com/locations.
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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