Strong businesses create strong communities, and we want to help yours succeed! The Houston County Economic Development Authority provides professional and confidential support to regional businesses and organizations through a number of programs.
Career Clusters
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304 S. Marshall Street, Room 211
Caledonia, MN 55921
Caledonia, MN 55921
The Minnesota Career Information System (MCIS) is a comprehensive online career exploration system that operates as a small non-profit. MCIS offers career, educational and labor market information in one, easy-to-use tool. MCIS includes: career interest, employability skill and learning style self-surveys; information on colleges and programs of study; short term-training, apprenticeship and employment resources. Students use their MCIS portfolio to plan and view progress toward goals and create a Personal Learning Plan (PLP) (Minnesota Statutes, section 120B.125). Optional test prep packages, like college entrance (ACT/SAT) and placement (Accuplacer), can be added for an additional fee.
Career Clusters
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Architecture and Construction, Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications, Business, Management, and Administration, Education and Training, Finance, Government and Public Administration, Health Science, Hospitality and Tourism, Human Services, Information Technology, Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security, Manufacturing, Marketing, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
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400 Stinson Blvd NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Minneapolis, MN 55413
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2 Pine Tree Drive, Suite 101
Arden Hills, MN 55112
Arden Hills, MN 55112
At the Minnesota Department of Corrections, we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota. With a focus on public safety, the well-being of approximately 4,200 employees, and the safety and security of the people committed to our custody, we prioritize strategies that hold people accountable for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to their communities.
The Department of Labor and Industry ensures Minnesota's work and living environments are equitable, healthy and safe. The agency oversees the state's programs for apprenticeship, construction codes and licensing, dual-training pipeline, occupational safety and health, wage and hour standards, workers' compensation and youth skills training programs.
Career Clusters
Tech is a high demand and growing career field in Minnesota.
You can start a job in I.T. with or without a college degree. Let the ITCOE help you find the path that works for you and your life.
I.T. jobs offer the unmatched potential of attractive pay, flexible work conditions, and constant growth opportunities. The I.T. Center of Excellence is here to help Minnesota youth and adults find tech careers that are a perfect fit through low or no-cost resources and programming.
You can start a job in I.T. with or without a college degree. Let the ITCOE help you find the path that works for you and your life.
I.T. jobs offer the unmatched potential of attractive pay, flexible work conditions, and constant growth opportunities. The I.T. Center of Excellence is here to help Minnesota youth and adults find tech careers that are a perfect fit through low or no-cost resources and programming.
Career Clusters
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700 East 7th Street
St. Paul, MN 55106
St. Paul, MN 55106
The Minnesota National Guard is under state jurisdiction and can be used by the governor to assist the state during disasters and other state emergencies. In times of war, Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen can be called into federal active service with the president of the United States as commander in chief.
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1221 3rd Ave SW
Rochester, MN 55904
Rochester, MN 55904
The MnDOT team in District 6 plans, designs, constructs and maintains the state and federal highway systems within district boundaries. We also manage the aid and assistance given to county and city systems that qualify for state and federal dollars. District 6 also provides transit, trail and rail transportation services.
Career Clusters
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2900 48th St NW
Rochester, MN 55901
Rochester, MN 55901
Career Clusters
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Architecture and Construction, Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications, Business, Management, and Administration, Education and Training, Finance, Government and Public Administration, Health Science, Human Services, Information Technology, Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security, Marketing, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
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151 4th Street SE
Rochester, Minnesota 55904
Rochester, Minnesota 55904
Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI) assists existing and potential businesses in the Rochester area secure the private and public resources needed to execute their growth plans. Since inception, RAEDI has assisted hundreds of businesses that have generated more than $2 billion of local economy activity, creating thousands of jobs.
Career Clusters
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220 South Broadway, Suite 100
Rochester, MN 55904
Rochester, MN 55904
The City of Rochester, Community Development Department is responsible for review of development applications, planning, zoning, plan review, inspections, code enforcement, economic development, heritage preservation, and urban design of our existing and planned built environment.
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4001 W River Pkwy NW, Sutie 100, Rochester, MN 55901
Rochester, Minnesota 55901
Rochester, Minnesota 55901
First Class City, First Class Services
The Rochester Fire Department (RFD) was established in 1866, making this year our 150th Anniversary. To mark this Sesquicentennial Celebration, RFD will be hosting many events throughout the year.
As the City of Rochester has grown, so too has the fire department. RFD now respond to more than 10,000 calls for service every year. These calls range from structure fires and medical emergencies to specialized technical rescues and hazardous material responses. Rochester has five fire stations staffed 24 hours a day to respond to emergencies.
The Rochester Fire Department (RFD) was established in 1866, making this year our 150th Anniversary. To mark this Sesquicentennial Celebration, RFD will be hosting many events throughout the year.
As the City of Rochester has grown, so too has the fire department. RFD now respond to more than 10,000 calls for service every year. These calls range from structure fires and medical emergencies to specialized technical rescues and hazardous material responses. Rochester has five fire stations staffed 24 hours a day to respond to emergencies.
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201 4th Street SE, Room 10
Rochester, MN 55904
Rochester, MN 55904
Rochester Police Department is dedicated to providing the highest level of public safety to the City of Rochester. Our core values – integrity, service, compassion, respect and innovation – guide all that we do.
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4001 West River Parkway NW, Suite 200
Rochester, MN 55901
Rochester, MN 55901
Southeast Service Cooperative is a public non-profit that manages regional administrative services, collaborative initiatives, educational programming, shared positions, and software for education, municipal, and nonprofit organizations.
Healthcare center serving millions of enrolled Veterans each year, ranging from primary and specialty care, mental health care, cardiology, dentistry, women's health care, and more.
Career Clusters
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Architecture and Construction, Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications, Business, Management, and Administration, Education and Training, Finance, Government and Public Administration, Health Science, Hospitality and Tourism, Human Services, Information Technology, Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security, Manufacturing, Marketing, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics