Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin
August 2023 Edition
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City of Minneapolis - All Open Positions
TeamMinneapolis View all jobs and apply online
Hennepin County Career Fair on Aug 16
Wednesday, August 16 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Brooklyn Park Library 8500 West Broadway Avenue Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
Everyone is welcome to attend this virtual hiring event which features jobs in a variety of industries in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN area.
Register on Eventbrite
Afghan Community Job Club on Aug 21
Monday, August 21 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. join this online event explaining the purpose of the job club and discussing job search, resources and available job opportunities. Available in Pashto, Dari and English. Click here to join the meeting.
City of Minneapolis Community Job and Resource Fair on Aug 25
Friday, August 25 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Dar Al Qalam Cultural Center 81 Lowry Ave NE Minneapolis 55418.
Caring Careers Job & Resource Fairs
Multiple dates and times through the end of August for in person job fairs open to anyone looking for opportunities in healthcare. No experience needed. Learn more.
Urban League Twin Cities Family Day on Aug 26
Saturday, August 26 from 12:00 – 7:00 pm. at Minneapolis Urban League 2100 Plymouth Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Learn about community resources, participate in community projects, and just enjoy the day with family, friends and neighbors.
Learn more about Urban League Family Day
CareerForce Minneapolis Locations and Events Calendar
August Job Clubs
Feel free to join this group of job seekers who meet by video / phone to discuss effective job search strategy, career planning and thriving in the workplace.
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Thursday, August 3 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Online: Thursday Morning Job Club Topic: Viable Career Options
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Thursday, August 10 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Online: Thursday Morning Job Club Topic: Changing Your Vocational Identity
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Thursday August 17 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Online: Thursday Morning Job Club Topic: The Best Job Hunting Tips
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Thursday August 24 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Online: Thursday Morning Job Club Topic: Resume Formatting & Layout
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Thursday August 31 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Online: Thursday Morning Job Club Topic: Co-Existing with Co-Workers
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Weekly Job Club Activity Group Meetings - Every Monday and Tuesday 1pm - 4 pm - Virtual and in-person at Hosmer Library 327 E. 36th Street. Register for each separate Monday or Tuesday afternoon under JOB CLUB.
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Weekly Virtual Veteran's Job Club: Every Monday from 10:00 - 11:15 a.m.
Minneapolis In Person Workshops and Events
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Wednesday, August 9 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. In Person - Resume Basics Learn basics of a resume, different types/formats, what to include and what to leave out. Offered in person at North Minneapolis CareerForce 800 West Broadway Minneapolis MN 55411
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Monday, August 14 from 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. In Person - Dislocated Worker Program Info Learn more about the Dislocated Worker Program services available at North Minneapolis CareerForce 800 West Broadway Minneapolis MN 55411
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Wednesday, August 16 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. In Person - Resume Basics Learn basics of a resume, different types/formats, what to include and what to leave out. Offered in person at South Minneapolis CareerForce 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis MN 55407
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Wednesday, August 23 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. In Person - How to Start Your Own Business This workshop gives an overview of the basic steps to starting a business in Minnesota. Offered in person at North Minneapolis CareerForce 800 West Broadway Minneapolis MN 55411
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Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 - 12:00 p.m. In Person & Online - Job Search with a Chronic Illness or Disability at South Minneapolis CareerForce 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis MN 55407
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CareerForce Metro area events:
Check the CareerForce Career Fair Calendar for company hiring events and walk-in interview opportunities.
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
Upcoming Training Sessions
See all CareerForce training opportunities
Minnesota Tech for Success Training Opportunity
MTFS Learn - Looking for stable, high-paid, and long-term employment? Invest in your future with transformative technology education. Our IT program offers a variety of free or discounted classes for adults who want to continue their education or pursue a career in the IT field.
More information on the website
Home Energy Career Training Opportunity
Prepare for a career in home energy with a 4-week, paid training opportunity with a 5-month paid internship and job placement assistance. Train for either Energy Auditor or Insulation Contractor positions. Cohorts begin Aug 16. Register by Aug 11th at mncee.org/career-training.
More information in English or in Spanish.
More families are eligible for lower-cost health insurance through MNsure
If your employer’s health plan is affordable for you – but it’s not affordable to add family coverage – your family members may be newly eligible for financial help and able to find lower cost health insurance through MNsure, Minnesota’s official health insurance marketplace.
MNsure has a special enrollment period, open now through October 31, 2023, to help eligible Minnesotans who could save money on monthly premiums with tax credits to make the switch from their current employer-sponsored coverage to a private health plan through MNsure.org.
See if you qualify for the low cost MNsure plan
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.
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 Sue Wallace at Susan.Wallace@minneapolismn.gov.
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CareerForce can help you prepare for and find good jobs now!
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