Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin
November 2022 Edition
Help find your Career with Career Works!
Career Works provides adults with career coaching and skills training. Whether you are a new high school graduate or someone who wants a new career, we can help. We help people find jobs in high-demand occupations, like: Healthcare, IT, Manufacturing, Construction, and Administrative/professional services in both the private and public sector.
You may qualify for this program if you:
- Are age 18 or older
- Qualify as low-income
- Meet other qualifying criteria
All services are free and tailored to fit individuals needs. Services include: career counseling, free computer lab access, resume writing assistance (including creating online resumes), skills assessment and training to enhance skills, and free jobseeker workshops.
For more information contact Charles Moss, Jr. at charles.moss@ppl-inc.org or go to the website
More information
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.
More information here
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.
City of Minneapolis - All Open Positions
CenterPoint - Customer Service Representative - 15 Openings
- MNG02120 – Customer Service Representative – 15 openings
- Work Location: Remote
- Local 12, Level 8; $23.89 Per Hour
- Posting closes January 18, 2023
Apply directly to the position on the CenterPoint Energy Careers website prior to job expiration date. Submit your resume and/or information by clicking on the Employee Login link, or, for union postings, use the Minnesota Union Posting link.
If you have questions regarding this job posting, you may contact a recruiting staff member in Talent Acquisition Services at 713.207.5670.
If you have trouble logging into the career website, please contact the Taleo Recruiting team at email: Recruiting@CenterpointEnergy.com
Hennepin County Virtual Hiring Event - November 2
Wednesday, November 2 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Immigrant and Refugee Job and Resource Fair - November 3
Thursday, November 3 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
CareerForce Corner Job Fair Mpls Central Library - November 9
Wednesday, November 9
In-person at Minneapolis Central Library 300 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis MN 55401
Hennepin County Virtual Community Resource Fair - November 16
Wednesday, November 16 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Career Fair - November 16
Wednesday, November 16 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
November Events - CareerForce Minneapolis
The calendars below list events including training, career exploration, job search and food distribution at each location. Registration links are at the top of the calendars.
CareerForce Workshops
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Wednesday, November 2, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Online: Resume Writing Through this workshop, we cover best practices for how to create a resume that meets the specific requirements of a position
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Thursday, November 3, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Online Thursday Morning Job Club This group discusses a topic-of-the-week on EFFECTIVE JOB SEARCH STRATEGY, CAREER PLANNING, or THRIVING IN THE AMERICAN WORKPLACE.
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Thursday, November 3, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. South of the River Hybrid On-site/ Virtual Hiring Event. Join either the online job fair or in person at CareerForce West St. Paul. See link for details and the 20+ employers participating.
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Tuesday, November 8, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Online: Professional Leaders in Job Transition Job seekers throughout Minnesota focus on the job-search strategies and tactics that go beyond looking at job boards and filling out employment applications. See link.
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Wednesday, November 9, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Washington County Career Fair Location: R.H. Stafford Library, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury. Washington County CareerForce and R.H. Stafford Library will co-host a hiring event with 20+ employers. See link.
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Thursday, November 10, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Online: Thursday Morning Job Club Join the group for an engaging discussion on how people we encounter, places we engage with, and choices we make determine the success of our work search and the direction of our careers.
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Weekly Job Club Activity Group Meetings - Every Monday and Tuesday - Virtual and in-person at Hosmer Library 327 E. 36th Street. Register for each separate Monday or Tuesday afternoon under JOB CLUB.
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations to attend this event should contact the person listed on event posting within 3 days of event.
For online events, register prior to the event using the link in the listing to receive instructions on how to connect. For in-person events, check the event description to verify the most up-to-date COVID-19 protocol prior to attending.
CareerForce Virtual & Interactive Services for Career Seekers
CareerForce listing of training options
211 - Thanksgiving Holiday Resources
Greater Twin Cities United Way released 2022 Thanksgiving Resources Information:
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
To save households even more, the Biden-Harris Administration secured commitments from leading internet providers to offer ACP-eligible high-speed internet plans that are fully covered. As a result, millions of households can get free, high-speed internet.
- The White House launched GetInternet.gov — a one-stop shop to check eligibility, sign up, and find fully covered plans.
- This site is also available in Spanish at AccedeAInternet.gov.
- The same information is available by phone in English and Spanish by calling (877) 384-2575
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.
Career Works - 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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