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New Website Engages Minnesotans in Exploring Manufacturing Careers
Students, job seekers and career explorers looking for successful pathways in manufacturing can now benefit from the new Minnesota Manufacturing Careers website (www.MnManufacturingCareers.org) launched this week.
07/27/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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U.S. Department of Labor Launches New Youth Connections Community of Practice on Worforce3One
On July 7, DOL launched the Youth Connections Community of Practice (CoP) on Workforce3 One. This online community is a shared electronic space where youth practitioners can learn, share, and foster collaboration, problem solving and partnerships.
07/09/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Nursing tops long-term job growth projections in Minnesota and nationwide
Advice to recent Minnesota graduates and job-seekers: nursing, teaching, accounting and computer-related fields will be the biggest areas of job growth over the next decade, according to the newest long-term projections ...
07/08/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Too Many Nursing Grads? A Closer Look at Two-year Programs
The recession and the promise of a well paying, flexible job in nursing is attracting a lot of new students to two-year programs. But there's also concern that the supply of nurses from those programs is growing too fast.
06/23/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Which Jobs Offer Best Prospects as Minnesota Climbs Out of Recession?
Students who walk into Sarah Hover's office at Inver Hills Community College can expect to hear this lesson born of the Great Recession: It is "absolutely critical" to study job prospects as if that were the subject of tomorrow's big exam.
06/10/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Strong Demand for IT Professionals
Information technology (IT) skills across a broad range of disciplines will become increasingly important for Chicago area employers in the next two to three years, according to a new study from CompTIA.
06/09/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Science and Math -- Where the Jobs Are
All kinds of people with special knowledge in science and math are being called upon to figure out how to plug the leak; contain the slick threatening the coastline and ocean...
06/07/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Green Keeps Growing
According to The Pew Charitable Trusts, the number of jobs in America's emerging clean energy economy grew nearly two and a half times faster than overall jobs between 1998 and 2007.
06/03/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Help Wanted: Hackers
Planned job cuts in the technology sector - which includes telecommunications as well as computer and electronics firms - are down 73% from a year ago, , but there are openings for network administrators with experience in cybersecurity.
05/26/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Telecommuting Jobs That Pay
Check out these great-paying jobs that let you kiss traffic and rush hour goodbye!
04/26/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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'Green' economy wants Baby Boomers
Want a new career? Were you born between 1946 and 1964? Green jobs are a 'natural fit' for Baby Boomers, says a recent report from the Council for Adult and Experimental Learning.
04/17/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Farm Income Now Reflects State Economy
Agriculture groups and rural residents alike warned all last year that farm prices - and incomes - had come back to earth after reaching record and near-record levels in 2008.
04/16/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Measuring Minnesota's Green Economy
By now, you've likely heard the hype about green jobs. People everywhere seem to be talking about how emerging green industries might create good jobs, improve the environment and strengthen the economy. But there are many unanswered questions...
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10 Jobs with Great Return on Investment
A college degree was once a kind of insurance against high tides of unemployment, but this downturn took plenty of white collar, degree-necessary jobs with it.
04/15/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Biotech Crops Are Good For Earth
Over the past 14 years, three of the nation's biggest cash crops have quietly become genetically engineered crops. These days, 80 percent of the corn, cotton and soybeans are the products of biotech.
04/13/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Taken for Granted
The realities of the working in industry and academe match the stereotypes ...
04/02/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Why Women Leave Engineering
According to Jennifer Hunt, McGill University, women leave such jobs when they feel disgruntled about pay and the chance for promotion. In other words, they leave for the same reasons men do.
04/01/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Need for Pharmacy Techs on Rise
With the number of middle-aged and elderly people who use prescriptions on the rise and scientific advances leading to new drugs, demand is expected to increase for pharmacy workers. One of the hot jobs in the so-called 'recession-proof' medical field:
03/21/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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"Go Green, Get Hired!"
Chris Russell, the man behind greenjobspider.com, a new jobs search engine that caters strictly to "green jobs" and founder of JobRadio.fm offers insight on green jobs, which industries are hiring, and the future of the green job market.
03/20/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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From Wall Street to Control Tower
I've been an air traffic controller at Kennedy International Airport for 20 years. Most people would call this job high-stress, but I thrive on it. You either love this type of job or you quit, or you never get into it in the first place.
03/19/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Finding a Cure for the Health Care Workforce Shortage
Despite today's high unemployment rates, health care jobs are going unfilled. The outlook is bleaker still with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services projecting a shortage of 88,000 lab technicians by 2012 ...
03/18/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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MnCareers Magazine Can Help You Succeed
Will you be graduating from high school soon? Are you a college student unsure of your major? A job seeker who doesn't know what your next career move should be? An educator looking for great sources to include in your college or job search course?
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Harnessing the Sun
Installing solar energy systems requires a variety of skills and a willingness to get your hands dirty.
03/01/2010 12:00 AM CST
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Teens to Tenure: Career Planning Challenges in the Northwest
With all of the new technology and career planning tools available, are students actually using these new tools or labor market information to make wise career decisions?
03/01/2010 12:00 AM CST
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Wanted: Green Collar Workers
Would you - or your kids -rather work at a 'McJob' or a 'Green Collar' job?
08/10/2008 12:00 AM CDT
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Education
Tech College to offer new associates degree in nursing
St. Cloud Technical and Community College will begin offering an associate degree in nursing this fall after receiving unanimous approval for the change last week from the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
08/10/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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"The design I chose to go with is the pop-and-beer-can collector."
Hear from Andy Richardson, a student at Century College in Minnesota, who built a solar air furnace that he will use to heat his garage.
08/10/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Bemidji State University awarded eTECH grant from National Science Foundation
Bemidji State University will be working to close critical skills gaps in the manufacturing industry under a new program funded by the National Science Foundation.
08/04/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Flexible and Short-term Job Training Now Easier to Find on ISEEK
Many job seekers need training to qualify for their next job or keep their current job. As well that training needs to fit into a busy schedule. MnSCU and other colleges are responding to this need by creating education programs with flexible options.
07/28/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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New Website Engages Minnesotans in Exploring Manufacturing Careers
Students, job seekers and career explorers looking for successful pathways in manufacturing can now benefit from the new Minnesota Manufacturing Careers website (www.MnManufacturingCareers.org) launched this week.
07/27/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Local Experts Weigh in on New Data About Income, Education and Race
Data captures how dramatically the wage benefit of higher education varies depending on race, with average wages considerably lower for black, American Indian, Hispanic and Asian Minnesotans.
07/01/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Doing Good After Graduation Helps Students Get Ahead
If applying for an entry-level job in a faltering economy or applying for a graduate program doesn't make sense, try volunteering . For many students the experience is good for their careers.
07/01/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Minnesota is 2nd in Need for Well-educated Workforce by 2018, New Report Says
A new national report offers this impressive prediction: Minnesota faces stand-out demand for workers with education beyond high school.
06/30/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Help Wanted: Projecting Jobs and Education Requirements Through 2018
A new report out of the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, forecasts that, by 2018, 63% of all jobs will require at least some postsecondary education.
06/30/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Hennepin Tech Gets Federal Biotech Training Grant
Hennepin Technical College was awarded more than $2.6 million in federal grant money to train workers in biotech manufacturing.
06/30/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Online College Is Coming, To Our Benefit
It's great for nontraditional students - and it needn't exclude campus life.
06/24/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Big Changes Approved for Alex Tech College
Already a comprehensive college, Alexandria Technical College will now be able to offer the first two years of a liberal arts degree, providing students expanded opportunities to transfer to four-year institutions.
06/23/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Get Them In, Get Them Out
An effort is underway to get community colleges and career training programs to emphasize speedy graduation and job placement.
06/21/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Dual-credit Focus Now is on Under-represented, Low-income and At-risk Students
Even though Minnesota frequently ranks at or near the top of the nation in average ACT composite scores, "dramatic achievement and test participation gaps persist for students of color," according to a Minnesota Office of Higher Education report.
06/18/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Budget Crunch Takes Toll on Students, Universities
Amid news of a challenging job market for this year's college graduates comes this additional nugget of bad news: The University of Minnesota plans to raise undergraduate tuition 4.4 percent for next year.
06/16/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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SCSU Offering Rent-a-textbook Program This Summer
Students enrolled in summer session at St. Cloud State University have the option of renting some of their textbooks -- instead of buying them.
06/14/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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U of M Budget That Cuts Staff, Class Offerings Subject of Monday Public Forum
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents will hold a public forum on Monday to discuss a proposed budget that increases student tuition, cuts staff and reduces class offerings.
06/13/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Graduation Rate for High-school Falls
The percent of students earning a standard diploma in four years shifted from 69.2 percent in 2006 to 68.8 percent in 2007, according to an analysis of the most recent data in "Diplomas Count 2010."
06/10/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Job Training Partnership Links State, Microsoft
Microsoft to provide Minnesota with free technology training through Elevate America program.
06/09/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Lake Superior College Health and Science Center Groundbreaking
Lake Superior College held an official groundbreaking for their new Health and Science Center on Friday, June 11. The new space will include teaching laboratories, a hospital nursing simulation center, and "smart" classrooms.
06/07/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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College Course Helps BHS Students Explore Health Careers
Brainerd High School students are learning about health careers through a Central Lakes College course offered in collaboration with Brainerd Lakes Health System.
06/05/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Job Retraining's No Golden Ticket
When Todd Wyman lost his job making parts for trucks and SUVs in June 2008, he started on a path trod by millions of unemployed workers in this recession: He retrained to do something else.
06/03/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Solar Students Create Mobile Classroom
Riverland Community College is building its educational programs in the area of renewable energy. Now the college can take some of those lessons on the road.
06/03/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Internships Viewed as Vital and Market Is Improving
A national survey of college and university career centers has found near-unanimous agreement among officials that students who have had internships are at a significant advantage ...
06/01/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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A Portrait of Low-income Young Adults in Education (.pdf)
This report draws fromnational data to describe the population of low-income young adults whose total household income is near or below the federal poverty level - and situates them in the context of national college completion goals.
06/01/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Women are More Likely to Enroll and Stay in College
Women have outnumbered men on college campuses for years. Not only are women more likely than men to enroll, they're inclined to stay in school, too.
06/01/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Literacy MN/MCEA Summer Institute Conference (Event)
Literacy Action Network and the Minnesota Community Education Association (MCEA) will host their 5th annual summer conference focused on ABE issues August 18, 19, and 20 at the St. Cloud Civic Center.
05/28/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Virtual or Live College Visits Important Part of Decision-Making
Scheduling time to visit a college campus can help students narrow their choices. Don't have the time or money to make a personal visit? Numerous colleges now offer the option of simulated virtual tours.
04/15/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Colorado Going Forth With a State-paid Fifth Year
Almost 300 Colorado high school seniors are eligible for a state-paid year of college this fall - a policy garnering attention from the nation's capital as a model to push poor kids to higher education.
04/14/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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The Unpaid Intern, Legal or Not
With job openings scarce for young people, the number of unpaid internships has climbed in recent years, leading federal and state regulators to worry that more employers are illegally using such internships for free labor.
04/02/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Cyberspace Learning for Disabled Students
If you're living with a disability and looking to advance your career with more training or education, consider online learning.
03/31/2010 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
No Child Left Behind Embraces College and Career Readiness
Read any article on education these days, and chances are you'll come across the words "college- and career-ready."
03/23/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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House Approves Huge Changes to Student Loan Program
The student aid initiative, which House Democrats attached to their final amendments to the health-care bill, would overhaul the student loan industry, eliminating a $60 billion program that supports private student loans with federal subsidies ...
03/22/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Migrants Get Colleges' Nod
North Carolina's State Community College Board cast a vote to admit illegal immigrants at their 58 community college campuses.
03/20/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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The Latino Completion Gap, Examined
A new analysis digs more deeply into the data surrounding Latino graduation rates ... and shows that educational practices of institutions matter.
03/18/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Barriers Found to College Degrees for Hispanics
The percentage of Hispanic students who graduate from college in six years or less continues to lag behind that of white students, according to a new study of graduation figures at more than 600 colleges.
03/17/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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St. Cloud State to Shut Down 23 Programs
St. Cloud State University says state budget cuts are forcing the school to close more than 10 percent of its programs.
03/15/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Obama Education Overhaul To Up Ante For Students With Disabilities
As part of a proposal to overhaul America's education system, the Obama administration is calling for students with disabilities to "graduate from high school ready for college and a career" just like their typically developing peers.
03/15/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Where Life Earns Credit: 'Prior Learning' Gets a Fresh Assessment
At first, James A. Nienow was skeptical of the idea. Why should instructors give students academic credit for something they had done outside a classroom?
03/14/2010 12:00 AM CST
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Employment Program to Resume for Enrolled Spouses
The Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts program, commonly known as MyCAA, will resume March 13 for the more than 136,000 spouses who already have established an account, the defense official who heads up the program announced today.
03/11/2010 12:00 AM CST
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In Middle School, Charting Their Course to College and Beyond
This year, all 428 sixth graders at Linwood Middle School in North Brunswick, N.J., are charting their academic path with personalized student learning plans - electronic portfolios containing information about their learning styles, interests, skills ...
02/28/2010 12:00 AM CST
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8 Quick Tips for Choosing a College
For college-bound seniors and their parents, searching for a potential college can be overwhelming. Here are eight quick tips to get you started.
02/24/2010 12:00 AM CST Read More<<
Ray Suarez on Immigration and 'the Next America'
PBS NewsHour correspondent Ray Suarez speaks about the importance of education and the immigrant experience, at the annual conference of Education Minnesota.
10/28/2009 12:00 AM CDT
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Jobs
Some Manufacturing Heads Back to USA
Faced with rising costs, General Electric is moving production of its new energy-efficient water heater halfway around the world. The country it's leaving? China.
08/06/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Training Resource Center's Custom Sites Help Laid-off Workers
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development's Dislocated Worker Program and ISEEK's Training Resource Center teamed up to create websites for employees affected by layoffs.
07/28/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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How to "Do" Online Social Networking
You don't need an invitation to start using LinkedIn.
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New Website Engages Minnesotans in Exploring Manufacturing Careers
Students, job seekers and career explorers looking for successful pathways in manufacturing can now benefit from the new Minnesota Manufacturing Careers website (www.MnManufacturingCareers.org) launched this week.
07/27/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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We've Come a Long Way: ADA
The Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act of 1990 opened the world of work door for 43 million Americans living with disabilities. On July 26, 2010, ADA celebrates its 20th anniversary.
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Pre-employment Testing and its Role in the Hiring Decision
You have made it through the final rounds of interviews, you have acquired finalist status, the job offer is almost in your hands but there is just one more thing - pre-employment testing.
07/19/2010 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
Hire Yourself: Promoting Entrepreneurship for those with Disabilities
If you face barriers to paid work because of your disability, self-employment may be a good option for you.
07/12/2010 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
Why Good Jobs Are Going Unfilled
A mismatch between the kinds of skilled workers needed and the ranks of the unemployed are making it hard to fill new manufacturing positions.
07/06/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Factory Jobs Return, but Employers Find Skills Shortage
Even with a large pool of laid off workers, manufacturing employers are having trouble finding workers with the right skills.
07/01/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Doing Good After Graduation Helps Students Get Ahead
If applying for an entry-level job in a faltering economy or applying for a graduate program doesn't make sense, try volunteering . For many students the experience is good for their careers.
07/01/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Help Wanted: Projecting Jobs and Education Requirements Through 2018
A new report out of the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, forecasts that, by 2018, 63% of all jobs will require at least some postsecondary education.
06/30/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Get Them In, Get Them Out
An effort is underway to get community colleges and career training programs to emphasize speedy graduation and job placement.
06/21/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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MN Unemployment Drops to 7 Percent
Minnesota's unemployment rate dropped to 7 percent and the state added 5,600 jobs in May, according to figures released by the state.
06/17/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Number of Workers With College Degrees Could Fall Short of Demand by 2018
When jobs begin to return post-recession, the number requiring a postsecondary degree could outnumber the new workers who have those degrees, according to the findings of a study being released on Tuesday by the Georgetown University Center ...
06/15/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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The Who's and How's of Personal References
Personal references are people whom you have chosen to speak to prospective employers about your skills and personality. It is a good idea to include former supervisors ...
06/11/2010 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
Job Training Partnership Links State, Microsoft
Microsoft to provide Minnesota with free technology training through Elevate America program.
06/09/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Job Retraining's No Golden Ticket
When Todd Wyman lost his job making parts for trucks and SUVs in June 2008, he started on a path trod by millions of unemployed workers in this recession: He retrained to do something else.
06/03/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Internships Viewed as Vital and Market Is Improving
A national survey of college and university career centers has found near-unanimous agreement among officials that students who have had internships are at a significant advantage ...
06/01/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Beyond the 'Disabled' Label
Many people with disabilities want to work, but are concerned about the likelihood of being hired. They may feel they are labeled or hindered due to their disability, accessibility issues, or lack training and education. But times are changing.
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5 Big Networking Mistakes
In any given week I may network with hundreds of job seekers and professionals in career transition. I see various levels of networking skills and savvy...
05/18/2010 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
10 Job Search Tips for Teens
Are you a high school or college student who'll be job hunting this summer? You may face some stiff competition.
04/27/2010 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
Why Do Women Still Earn Less Than Men?
US women still earned only 77 cents on the male dollar in 2008, according to the latest census statistics.
04/20/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Making the First Cut - The Prescreening Interview
Understanding the role of the prescreening interview will help you prepare for it, interview well and move on to the next step in the interview process.
04/19/2010 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
'Green' economy wants Baby Boomers
Want a new career? Were you born between 1946 and 1964? Green jobs are a 'natural fit' for Baby Boomers, says a recent report from the Council for Adult and Experimental Learning.
04/17/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Future of American Jobs Won't Look Like Past
The great recession has accelerated a structural shift in the economy that had been slowly building for years.
04/16/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Find the Right Career - Right Where You Live
Students and job seekers outside of the Minneapolis-St. Paul seven-county area can use ISEEK's regional sites to find short-term training, the best paying jobs, job search resource centers and more.
04/15/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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MinnesotaWorks.net Helps Students Find Internships
MinnesotaWorks.net, the state's no-fee job bank is often used by high school and college students to find internships.
04/15/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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The Kids Aren't Alright
Unemployment does not equally affect all workers. Though young adults represent only 13.5% of the workforce, they now account for 26.4% of unemployed workers.
04/07/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Do You Sabotage Your Own Professional Happiness?
There are plenty of things about your job that are out of your control. Today's blog is about something you can control: whether you sabotage your own professional happiness.
04/06/2010 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
The Unpaid Intern, Legal or Not
With job openings scarce for young people, the number of unpaid internships has climbed in recent years, leading federal and state regulators to worry that more employers are illegally using such internships for free labor.
04/02/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Portfolios 101: Making Your Accomplishments Speak for You
Are you a college student or job seeker looking for creative ways to showcase your skills, achievements, and experiences? How about making a portfolio?
03/26/2010 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
Report Urges More Job Help For Black Americans
In Washington, Congress has passed long-debated health care legislation and an economic stimulus bill. But the National Urban League says that's not enough for black Americans grappling with the worst recession in decades.
03/24/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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Stress Interview Questions: Can You Think on Your Feet?
Imagine this. The interview went well and the hiring manager assures you that you're on the short list as you both walk to the door. Then, as you're shaking hands good-bye, the hiring manager says, "Oh, one last thing. What's the worst job you ever had?"
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Leading Economist Forecasts More Jobs than Workers in Coming Years
Engaging workers over 55 in encore careers will be vital to meeting work force shortages and critical social needs.
03/22/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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St. Cloud State to Shut Down 23 Programs
St. Cloud State University says state budget cuts are forcing the school to close more than 10 percent of its programs.
03/15/2010 12:00 AM CDT
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10 Writing Tips to Keep Your Resume Out of the "No" Pile
Want to know a sure way to do yourself in on the job hunt? Use poor grammar and writing on your resume and cover letter.
03/10/2010 12:00 AM CST Read More<<
You're Hired, at Least for Now
While unemployed folks wait for the jobs of tomorrow, they're taking the temp work of today. Employment for contingent workers has increased 23% since July, according to the American Staffing Association.
03/01/2010 12:00 AM CST
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Job Hunting? Quantity Isn't Everything
If you're out of work, it's logical to think that the more jobs you apply for, the more likely you are to get an offer. But is quantity what matters?
02/22/2010 12:00 AM CST Read More<<
Employers Desire Specific and Broad Knowledge in Employees
A new survey shows that in the wake of the economic downturn, employers are looking for employees to have a wider set of skills and higher levels of learning than in the past.
02/01/2010 12:00 AM CST
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Working with a Disability: 8 Things to Know
Are you working with a disability? Check out these 8 tips to make your job search and work life easier.
11/17/2009 12:00 AM CST Read More<<
How to Handle "The Salary Question"
When applying for jobs, you're almost certain to get this question at some point or another: "What are your salary expectations?"
11/13/2009 12:00 AM CST Read More<<
Launch of New Disability Interest Area
The newest section on the NCDA website gives immediate access to resources for assisting clients/students with disabilities in searching for employment.
11/01/2009 12:00 AM CDT
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45 Good Reasons to Clean Up Your Online Identity
It used to be that employers only had resumes, cover letters, and interviews to go by when making hiring decisions. No more.
08/20/2009 12:00 AM CDT Read More<<
ISEEK in the news
DEED features jobs for the future at Minnesota State Fair
The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) will showcase "Jobs for the future" at an exhibit in the Eco Experience building at the State Fair.
08/26/2010
Read More<<ISEEK.org can help with funding for training opportunities
ISEEK has recently learned about two potential training funding opportunities described below. If you have questions about either opportunity, please contact the program sponsor directly.
07/01/2010
Read More<<$6.6 million grant to significantly expand access, resources for healthcare careers
The U.S. Department of Labor today announced that the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) will receive a $6.6 million grant to fund development of Healthcare Virtual Career Platform (HVCP): Healthcare Career Central, an open-source delivery platform that will manage an individual's entry into any of more than 200 healthcare careers — from career exploration, to skills assessment, training and job placement.
06/16/2010
Read More<<Our view: consider careers, jobs and markets
Workers of today face a higher risk of their industry suffering a downturn than probably any time since World War II, and that prospect should be reason for business, labor and government leaders to plan for change more than ever.
05/27/2010
Read More<<One of our favorite websites: ISEEK
ISEEK keeps getting better and better. Interested in training options? Look at the Highlights ...
05/20/2010
Read More<<Online tools for Minnesota job seekers
ISEEK is aimed at high school and college students, job seekers, career professionals, educators and more providing valuable information for people planning careers. It also has special sections for veterans, immigrants, people with disabilities, and ex-offenders.
04/30/2010
Read More<<Technology aiding job searchers in Minn.
There are several Minnesota websites that are providing unique help to job seekers.
04/26/2010
Read More<<Positive job signs under the radar?
We were intrigued when Denise Felder tweeted us that she's seeing some positive potential in the state's job market.
01/26/2010
Read More<<Web site shines spotlight on energy careers
The Minnesota Energy Careers Web site provides a wealth of information for people who are interested in working in the energy field.
12/30/2009
Read More<<Job seekers: resources available
Looking for a job can seem like a daunting task, but there is help available to make the process easier. By utilizing the right tools finding a career can be made easier.
08/20/2009
Read More<<A powerful job
Work in a growing industry. Find a "green" job.
08/07/2009
Read More<<Looking for information on green careers? E-mail etiquette? Surviving a layoff? Check out ISEEK?s blog.
ISEEK's blog (http://iseekinteractive.org) covers a variety of career-related topics, including new and emerging green occupations, career management tips...
08/01/2009
Read More<<New website launched
ISEEK is pleased to announce the launch of its Minnesota Energy Careers website (www.MnEnergyCareers.org).
08/01/2009
Read More<<Minnesota's he-cession
Minnesota men have lost their jobs at a much faster rate than Minnesota women, according to a recent report written by ISEEK/COS Teri Fritsma.
08/01/2009
Read More<<ISEEK.org launches new Minnesota Energy Careers web site
ISEEK.org has announces the launch of its Minnesota Energy Careers website.
07/31/2009
Read More<<Men losing more jobs than women in economic downturn
Two labor market experts join Midday to discuss a recent report from the state showing that men are losing more jobs than women in this recession -- and that in Minnesota the disparity is even greater.
07/27/2009
Read More<<Career resources in demand at library
A down economy means staff at the Fergus Falls Public Library are seeing a growing demand for the education and career-related resources they've provided for years.
07/27/2009
Read More<<Ask Matt: resources to help find a new career
At some point many people consider switching careers. In other instances, they are forced to switch careers. Here is how to make a smooth transition and find out what you really want to do and what career/profession is right for you.
07/20/2009
Read More<<Congratulations graduates!
Congratulations to each of you who is graduating from high school, vocational school or college! I salute your efforts and deserved recognition for achieving this important milestone.
06/04/2009
Read More<<Redesigned ISEEK receives MAGC Northern Lights Award
ISEEK.org was presented with a Minnesota Association of Government's Northern Lights "Award of Merit" on May 21, 2009, in the Web site category for its recent redesign.
06/01/2009
Read More<<New Training Resource Center
iSeek Solutions recently launched the new Training Resource Center. The Training Resource Center is a web-based tool that allows counselors, businesses, and the general public to quickly find or request training ...
06/01/2009
Read More<<ACE event went well
The Area Career Exploration committee would like to thank all the area business, participants and sponsors for making the ACE event at the Fairmont High School on May 6 a huge success.
05/12/2009
Read More<<How about a little career exploration?
Looking to explore career options? Maybe you're about to graduate from college Or maybe you're a seasoned pro interested in making a transition.
05/07/2009
Read More<<Fairmont students learn about local job opportunities
Most sophomores in high school have their mind on homework and activities. But today the focus was on their career at the "Area Career Exploration."
05/06/2009
Read More<<ACE offers knowledge
We offer our wholehearted support to an event taking place Wednesday at Fairmont Area High School. The Area Career Exploration, or ACE, gathering will allow 300 sophomores from the area to learn more about local job and schooling opportunities.
05/02/2009
Read More<<ACE to inform students
FAIRMONT - ACE stands for "Area Career Exploration," and that's exactly what local businesses, colleges, schools and state agencies hope to encourage next week when 300-plus high school sophomores gather to learn more about local job opportunities.
05/01/2009
Read More<<Four resources to help job seekers during an economic crisis
The Find a Job Guide. This guide helps to organize job search goals, keep track of employer contacts and record job application information. Individuals or organizations can order the guide for $5 per box of 100 (while supplies last).
04/09/2009
Read More<<Work it Wednesday: Minnesota WorkForce Centers
With a state unemployment rate at above 8-percent, there are a lot of Minnesotans looking for work right now.
04/08/2009
Read More<<ISEEK: explore careers
Thinking of changing careers? Explore ISEEK. Recently revised & enriched, this website has resources for the newly unemployed, immigrants, people with disabilities, students, all job seekers, career counselors and HR professionals.
04/07/2009
Read More<<Hot jobs? Try healthcare, education
Health care and higher education are bright spots in West Central Minnesota's labor market, according to one state analyst.
03/16/2009
Read More<<ISEEK open house
On Jan. 22, 2009 ISEEK celebrated 10 years of service with an open house and a preview of its soon-to-launch, web re-design.
02/01/2009
Read More<<ISEEK supports parent engagement as a part of Minnesota Parents Know
The Minnesota ParentsKnow Web site recently added substantial content for parents of school-age children. Eleven topics have been posted for grades 6 to 12 on careers, higher education and jobs.
02/01/2009
Read More<<Why entry level workers should consider a job shadow
Have you ever wondered what someone really does at their job? Do you have a career in mind and wonder ?what does a person in this field really do all day?'
01/27/2009
Read More<<Ten top resources for entry-level job seekers, part II
The second of a two-part seriesIf you are just starting your career or stuck in that first job and looking for a change, there are a number of resources available to assist you in the job search and with career planning in the Twin Cities.
01/12/2009
Read More<<High schools offer more opportunities, information than ever in career planning
High school students today have the same post-secondary options available to them as kids did 20 years ago, but the use of technology and better partnerships between school counselors...
01/09/2009
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