College & Career Planning
Career Wise
MN Careers Interest Assessment
Before you choose a career or start a job search, find out which careers match your personality. This will increase your chances of job satisfaction and career success.
Short Term Training & Apprenticeships
Are you ready to get started in a high-demand career where there are lots of opportunities? Or are you looking for short-term training to improve your skills? Learn about training for careers that are in demand and require a year or less of training. You will also find skills training that will help you in your job search.
Planning for College
Some colleges may require students to take the Accuplacer. This helps to assess student readiness along with placement decisions for courses. Click on the link to learn more.
International Degree Evaluation
WES - https://www.wes.org/
ECE - https://www.ece.org/
This resource is sponsored by the US Department of Labor and has career exploration, trainings, and jobs.
2-Year Colleges
Associate/Associate to Bachelor’s
4-Year Colleges
Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate
Job Application Tips
Filling out a job application? Click on the link for helpful tips!
Resume Samples
Resumes require meeting with a College & Career Counselor and could take up to 2 weeks to complete.
Cover Letter Sample
Need a cover letter? Here’s an example to get you started.
Interview Skills
Got an interview coming up? Here are some good skills to practice!
Job Posting Sites
Healthcare
(MN State HealthForce Center for Excellence)
Warehouse, Packaging, Assembly, Hospitality
Job Search Websites
CareerForce (Bloomington, MN)
To register for CareerForce events, create an account at www.minnesotaworks.net
Registration should be completed no later than 30 minutes before the start an event
"How to Register" for MN Works Video
Job Placement Agencies
Centre for Asians and Pacific Islanders (CAPI)
CLUES - Provides employment services for Latino job seekers.
Lutheran Social Service - The employment program provides job placement to people who live in Hennepin County.
Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI) - Provides job opportunities for individuals who have disabilities that are a barrier to employment.
Projects With Industry (PWI), Rise Inc. - Provides job placement services to immigrants and refugees who receive public assistance. Staff is multi-lingual.
College, Career and Jobs Weekly Newsletter
Stay in the loop with great information. Every week, Michele shares a newsletter about college resources, training opportunities, support services, job openings, career classes and more! Check it out below.
College & Career Information
Do you have questions about college? Learning a new trade or skill? Financial aid? Exploring Careers? Just not sure what you want to do next?
Please fill out the form below to set up a google meet with Michele Smaby. Resume help requires a meeting.
Online College and Career Coffee Chats
These coffee chats will be online, and no coffee is actually required! It is an opportunity for students to connect with the College and Career Counselor to ask brief questions about college and career planning.
Question ideas:
Where do I start with career exploration?
How can I start planning for college?
I don't have a resume, how do start a resume?
I have a job interview; how do I prepare?
This is not a private appointment, and it is first come first served.
Fridays
(refer to newsletter for scheduled dates)
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. (drop-in anytime)
September - June
(when school is in session)
Michele Smaby
College & Career Counselor
Do you need help with preparing for post-secondary enrollment or working on a resume to apply for a new job? Michele can help! Fill out the a form below for an appointment.