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MnDOT-DEED pre-apprenticeship training helps Piper start on a well-paying, in-demand career path

Piper had worked in various food service jobs and in childcare, but she knew she wanted a career path to higher wages – as well as a more physically…
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Trey launches red-hot career with help from Leading CareerForce Partners

Trey started in the South Central College Connects Manufacturing Bridge class in the summer session of 2024. Earlier that year, Trey had very quickly…
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Veteran finds meaningful career with CareerForce support

Nathan served seven years on active duty before joining the Army Reserves. He served in the Reserves for 15 years as a Senior Operations Manager and…
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March is Explore Construction Employment Month

March is Explore Construction Employment Month in the CareerForce system in Minnesota. Throughout the month, CareerForce shares resources related to…
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Internationally Trained Medical Professionals program helps participant prepare to work as doctor in Minnesota

Dr. Abdi first moved to Minnesota as a teenager and went abroad for medical school, graduating from Windsor University School of Medicine in St.…
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Leading CareerForce partner helps Kathryn clear the path to her dream job

After 26 years of dedicated service at a Minnesota news organization, Kathryn faced an unexpected layoff that left her uncertain about the future. As…
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Finding employment after 55: job search tips for older Minnesotans

More and more Minnesotans are working later in life. Over 70% of Minnesotans ages 55 to 64 are employed, and the over-55 workforce holds more than 20…
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Career and Technical Education can be a strong foundation for employment success

Many students, parents and guardians don’t know about the range of opportunities available to high school students to prepare for employment through…
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Why Checking Your Filters Matters: Understanding Bias Across the Employee Lifecycle

In today’s workplace, conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion often focus on hiring. But bias doesn’t stop at recruitment – it can…
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Brooke pursues her career goals with help from Leading CareerForce Partner and federal grant program

Brooke is an 18-year-old high school student in southwest Minnesota with lots of ambition and a strong desire to become a welder.  Unfortunately…

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