Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin
September 2024 Edition
JOB OPPORTUNITIES, INFORMATION AND HIRING EVENTS
Hennepin County job fair
Virtual training resource fair!
September 18 -- Hennepin County is hosting a free, online training resource fair. Join to learn more about some of the free trainings offered in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. It is easy to join using a smartphone, tablet or computer.
The event is Wednesday, September 18, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. See the informational flyer or visit the Hennepin County website for more information. Register through Eventbrite. This event is open to all.
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CareerForce Minneapolis
hiring events and job/resource fairs
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September 4 - Hiring event
Hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis SOUTH location, 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407
Wednesday, September 4, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
September 11 - Hiring event
Hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis NORTH location, 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411
Wednesday, September 11, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
September 26 - Vet job/resource event
Hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis NORTH location, 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411
Thursday, September 26, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Now Hiring!
Building Strong Communities is now hiring for an Apprenticeship Coordinator. This is a full-time, temporary position with benefits based out of the CareerForce north Minneapolis location. For more information, visit the Building Strong Communities website.
Three options to apply:
- fill out the application on the website
- email resume and cover letter to Rick Martagon at rmartagon@buildingstrong.org
- mail resume and cover letter to
- Rick Martagon, Executive Director
- Building Strong Communities
- 373 W 7th Street, #103
- St. Paul, MN 55102
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RESOURCES, WORKSHOPS & TRAINING
CareerForce Minneapolis event calendar for NORTH and SOUTH locations.
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CareerForce orientation
Welcome! We are glad you are here. Come in and find out about the variety of resources, programs and services we have to help you.
CareerForce in south Minneapolis
Tuesdays in September
from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
CareerForce in north Minneapolis
Tuesdays in September
from 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Food distribution
Distribution in partnership with CLUES hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis SOUTH location, 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407
Wednesdays from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Good in the Hood and the 800 W Broadway Coalition are registering people for free food at the CareerForce Minneapolis NORTH location, 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411.
Thursday, September 26, from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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City of Minneapolis Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs community office hours
In-Person on select Mondays and Wednesdays
City of Minneapolis Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (ORIA) offers connections to city, community and legal resources during weekly community office hours at CareerForce Minneapolis SOUTH location, 777 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407.
Registration not required.
Mondays, September 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Every Wednesday in September from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Nonprofit partners - information and resources
Avivo is a nonprofit agency that will be staffing an information table at CareerForce Minneapolis SOUTH location, 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407.
Wednesdays, September 4 and 18, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Stop by to learn more.
Dislocated Worker Program
Were you laid off from work through no fault of your own? You may qualify for the Dislocated Worker Program. Find out more. Register for program information sessions either in person or hybrid.
Program information sessions
Mondays, September 9 and 23 - Hosted online or at CareerForce Minneapolis NORTH location, 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411, from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Register here
Tuesday, September 3 and Monday, September 16 - Hosted online or at CareerForce Minneapolis SOUTH location, 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Register here
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In person workshops
Connect with CareerForce staff to help you build or refresh your job seeking skills through in person workshops.
Wednesday, September 4 - Resume Writing Workshop
Hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis SOUTH location, 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Register here
Wednesday, September 11 - New Leaf Workshop
Hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis NORTH location, 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Register here
Monday, September 16 - Interview Workshop
Hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis NORTH location, 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Register here
Wednesday, September 18 - Resume Writing Workshop
Hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis NORTH location, 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411, from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Register here
Monday, September 24 - Interview Workshop
Hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis SOUTH location, 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407, from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Register here
Wednesday, September 25 - Start Your Own Business Workshop
Hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis NORTH location, 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411, from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Register here
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Weekly job club
Join us in-person or online. Let us help support you in your job search!
Join online or in-person (hybrid)
Thursdays 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-person sessions rotate between CareerForce Minneapolis SOUTH and NORTH locations. Read the flyer for details on Job Club Topics!
Thursday, September 5 and 19, online or hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis NORTH location, 800 West Broadway Minneapolis, MN 55411. (Select Date and Register)
Thursday, September 12 and 26, online or hosted at CareerForce Minneapolis SOUTH location, 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55407. (Select Date and Register)
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Metro area training opportunities
Check out these training opportunities throughout the metro area that are available to eligible participants at no cost. Learn more about eligibility and other requirements by selecting the Learn more link after each of these options. And be sure to check out all the no-cost training opportunities listed in the Training Program Finder on CareerForceMN.com.
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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.
Subscribe to the Job Seeker Bulletin or read past issues.
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. Visit our website to see what programs and services are available to prepare you for a career in high demand careers.
CareerForce can help you find employment that's right for you!
CareerForce can work with you to match your skills and interests to a job that's available right now or help connect you with short-term training opportunities that lead to in-demand jobs on promising career paths.
- View career fairs and other hiring events taking place around Minnesota.
- Search open positions across the state by location, keyword, job title and employer name.
- Get personal assistance from staff at a CareerForce location near you.
For reasonable accommodations or alternative formats, please contact Sue Wallace at susan.wallace@minneapolismn.gov or 612-673-5106. People who are deaf or hard of hearing can use a relay service to call 311 at 612-673-3000. TTY users call 612-263-6850.
Para asistencia, llame al 311. Rau kev pab 311. Hadii aad Caawimaad u baahantahay 311.
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