South Central WorkForce Council

10/13/2026

Celebrating !

Top 5 reasons to take another look at a career in manufacturing. Think you know all about Manufacturing? It's time to take another look at this dynamic industry!

Read More Here: https://careerforce.mn.gov/careerforce-blog/top-5-reasons-take-another-look-career-manufacturing

10/01/2026

Excited to celebrate ! Check out what's happening in our region ➡️ South Central Tour of Manufacturing.

🎉October is Manufacturing Month! Learn about the many employment opportunities in this dynamic industry that plays a critically important role in Minnesota's economy!
https://careerforce.mn.gov/careerforce-blog/october-manufacturing-month


Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association (MPMA)
Central Minnesota Manufacturers Association
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development

09/29/2026

🎉Proud to be part of the 2026 South Central Tour of Manufacturing! 🎉Students are getting real-world exposure to local careers thanks to incredible host sites and community collaboration. 🙌

A big thank you to all of the people who invest their time and talents through the South Central Tour of Manufacturing Partnership each year. Without you, the tour would not be possible. 🥳💙

🔷 City of Fairmont, Minnesota 🔷 Eide Bailly 🔷 Greater Mankato Growth 🔷 Jones Metal Inc. 🔷 Mankato Area Public Schools 🔷 Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development 🔷 Minnesota State Engineering & Applied Manufacturing Center of Excellence 🔷 New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce 🔷 South Central College 🔷 South Central Service Cooperative South Central WorkForce Council🔷 TBEI - Truck Bodies & Equipment International 🔷 Vocational Rehabilitation Services - MN DEED🔷 Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA) 🔷

09/28/2026

Manufacturing is a major economic factor in Southwest Minnesota, providing high wage jobs across diverse sectors and maintaining a strong concentration of mid career workers. 💪📊

Read more on the Local Look Blog: https://mn.gov/deed/data/locallook/southwest/southwest-blog.jsp?id=1045-769310

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development CareerForce

09/28/2026

CareerForce helps connects employers and people looking for work now in multiple ways. Find out how staff at a CareerForce location near you can help you now. 🔍👏

09/18/2026

Employers, check this out! 👇 Learn how Youth Skills Training and Youth Apprenticeships can help you develop your future workforce while providing meaningful career opportunities for young people. 🤝

Minnesota Employers: join the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Workforce Strategy Consultant team for the next Workforce Wednesday, coming up October 7!
👉Topic: Developing Successful Career Pathways through Youth Skills Training & Youth Apprenticeships
🗓Wednesday, October 7
🕚11 a.m. - noon - panel discussion
Noon - 12:30 p.m. - "unplugged" time when you can unmute and ask questions of panelists and Workforce Strategy Consultants

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Youth career pathway development is crucial for ensuring young people find fulfilling and sustainable careers, contributing to their personal growth and the overall economy in your community. It helps students explore different career options, acquire necessary skills, and make informed decisions about their future while still in high school. With high schools and businesses providing structured support and opportunities, career pathways empower youth to navigate the complexities of the job market and achieve their goals with community support.

Join DEED's Workforce Strategy Consultant team, our partners, and employers to learn about the the two main work-based training (student-learner models) in the State of Minnesota, each offering businesses and youth over the age of 16 multiple benefits and how your organizations, schools, and communities can thrive using these models.

09/14/2026

It’s ! Learn your workplace rights and how to protect yourself in Minnesota. Find free resources and events here 👉 dli.mn.gov/rights-week

Workplace Rights Week is next week! It’s a chance for Minnesota workers and employers to learn about their rights and responsibilities. Safe, healthy workplaces strengthen our communities. Let’s empower everyone to understand and assert their rights. Learn more at dli.mn.gov/rights-week.

09/07/2026

Today we celebrate the workers who make South Central Minnesota strong. Thank you for the work you do each day to support our communities, businesses, and future workforce. Happy Labor Day!💪🥳

09/02/2026

Celebrating all month long! 🤩🎉

📢 September is Workforce Development Month – a time to highlight how workforce development professionals across the state are connecting Minnesotans with employment and helping Minnesota employers hire the staff they need for their businesses to thrive.
❗ This work is more important than ever during times of economic uncertainty and a shifting labor market. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development and Minnesota's 16 Local Workforce Development Boards, along with workforce development partners across the state are serving a growing number of job seekers and employers.
➡️ Find out how CareerForce staff and partners connect job seekers with Minnesota employers around the state throughout the year – and what they are saying about the experiences of job seekers and employers now.
https://careerforce.mn.gov/careerforce-blog/workforce-development-month-time-raise-awareness-about-no-cost-services-help



Rural Minnesota CEP
Duluth Workforce Development
Career Solutions
Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.
South Central WorkForce Council
Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council
Anoka County Job Training Center
Hennepin County Government
Ramsey County, Minnesota
Dakota County Government
Washington County, MN Government
Workforce Development, Inc.
City of Minneapolis Government