This is an example account for FutureForward™. If you are seeing this and have questions please contact Mike Schnell, Statewide FutureForward™ Coordinator, by utilizing the email form on this website.
FutureForward™ is Minnesota’s free, statewide career-connected learning platform. We connect students, educators, and employers to opportunities like job shadows, internships, mentorships, and workplace tours, ensuring every learner has equitable access to career exploration.
The platform was created by Southeast Service Cooperative in 2019 and expanded through the Minnesota Service Cooperatives to serve the entire state. Our mission is to connect schools and businesses in meaningful ways, helping students explore careers while building strong local talent pipelines.
Careers at FutureForward™
At FutureForward™, you can build a career at the intersection of education, technology, and workforce development. These careers are for example only, but could include:
Education & Outreach Specialist: Works directly with schools and employers to expand opportunities for students.
Technology Project Manager: Oversees platform development, ensuring FutureForward™ remains simple and scalable statewide.
Communications & Marketing Coordinator: Creates outreach campaigns to grow engagement across Minnesota’s 87 counties.
Education & Training Pathways
We encourage career preparation through:
Education Careers: Degrees in education, youth development, or counseling.
Technology & Data Careers: Programs in information technology, computer science, or data management.
Communications Careers: Training in digital media, marketing, or public relations.
Minnesota State colleges, the University of Minnesota system, and technical training providers all offer programs relevant to these career areas.
Student Opportunities
FutureForward™ offers internship opportunities in communications, outreach, and platform support. We also provide mentorship and networking experiences for students interested in education, nonprofit leadership, and technology.
Why FutureForward™ Matters
We connect over 14,000 users across 83 counties and 645 businesses, making career-connected learning more accessible than ever before. Joining us means you are shaping the future of Minnesota’s workforce.
Current Careers at FutureForward™ Executive Director | Teacher or Teaching in Advocacy and Systems Building | Meeting Center Coordinator | Administrative Assistant | Account Executive | Career Planning | Event Coordinator | Insurance Consultant | Registered Nurse | Nursing | Administration | Accounting | Management | Program Management | Marketing & Communications | Health & Wellness | Community Engagement | Operations | Finance
Rochester, Minnesota 55904