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Free Classes, Workshops & Job Clubs
We offer a variety of workshops for job seekers of all ages and experience. 
You must bring your WorkForce Center Membership card to attend any of these events, which is available for free in the Resource Rooms.

Creative Job Search and Resume Strategies
Interviewing 101
Job Search for Folks Over 40
Mock Interviews
Networking Job Club
Ten Minute Resume/Cover Letter Critique

CREATIVE JOB SEARCH AND RESUME STRATEGIES
This FREE workshop introduces the foundations for a successful job search and effective resume strategies.  Our professional staff will present current strategies and methods to help you.  Topics include: Transition, Job Search Preparation, Skills Identification, Resume Strategies, Resume Content & Formats, Electronic Resume Tips, Cover Letters, Job Search Tools, Job Search Process, the Job Market, Internet Job Search Strategies, Interviewing, Thank You Letters and Finishing Touches.  To register for classes in Burnsville or West Saint Paul call 952-895-7600, for classes in Shakopee call 952-403-7990 or see our Front Desks.  Click here for a schedule of dates and locations.

INTERVIEWING 101
At this seminar you will have the opportunity to practice answering interview questions and will get advice on how to prepare for interviews and other job search events, such as job fairs.  This seminar will give job seekers the professional edge they need to land the job they want. To register for classes call 952-895-7600, or see our Front Desk.  Click here for a schedule of dates and locations.

JOB SEARCH FOR FOLKS OVER 40
Do you feel like your age if affecting your ability to successfully job search, and you are not sure what you can do about it?  Then come and join our interactive workshop to learn what you can and can’t change, and how to use what you can’t change to your advantage.  To register for classes call 952-895-7600, or see our Front Desk.  Click here for a schedule of dates and locations.

MOCK INTERVIEWS
This is a chance for you to practice for a job interview.  You will be asked several common interview questions.  Upon completion of the mock interview, you will be given feedback and the opportunity to ask questions.  Please treat this as a real interview (bring a resume and dress in interview attire). 
To register for classes call 952-895-7600, or see our Front Desk.  Click here for a schedule of dates and locations.

NETWORKING JOB CLUB
This group meets regularly in West Saint Paul and Burnsville to discuss efforts, provide support share job leads and improve job seeking skills.  Job clubs help you master your job search skills and stay focused on your search. Consistently those who participate in a Job Club find jobs faster than those who don't.  No registration necessary.  Job Club is held:
in West Saint Paul every Monday in Room 107 from 1:30-3:30pm
in Burnsville every Wednesday in Room B from 9:00-11:00am
in Shakopee on the second & fourth Wednesday from 1:30-3:30pm

Click here for a schedule of dates and locations.

TEN MINUTE RESUME/COVER LETTER CRITIQUE
Do you currently have a resume but wondering if it could be improved...if it’s presenting YOU in the best way possible? It never hurts to have another person look it over and give you an objective opinion.  Come sign up for a ten minute critique of your resume or cover letter by one of our experienced staff.  To register for classes call 952-895-7600, or see our Front Desk.  Click here for a schedule of dates and locations.

These classes are designed to assist everybody,
both unemployed and employed individuals. 

The offices reserve the right to refuse entrance due to late arrival.

Last Updated 08/21/2008 02:11 PM

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