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EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Did you know career counseling typically costs $80-200 per session? We offer these services FREE OF CHARGE to our client community!

how can we assist you? 

The IOCP Employment Services Team includes Ruth, Natalie, Rose, and TimIOCP’s employment services team (Ruth, Tim, Natalie, and Rose) can help you build skills, find employment, and increase your income through education and training. Our services are personalized to meet your individual needs. We are happy to talk with you about how we can help. 

To get started, contact your IOCP staff contact, call the front desk at 763-489-7500, or email us at clientintake@iocp.org to schedule an appointment with employment services staff.

IOCP COMPUTER LAB

If you’re an IOCP client, you’re eligible to use our on-site Computer Lab during the open hours noted on our Current Computer Lab Calendar. Check out next month’s hours too. Stop by at your convenience – no appointment is needed. NEW HOURS: Effective April 1, 2026 our Monday and Wednesday hours better align with the IOCP food shelf appointment and Resale Select store, giving you efficient one-stop access to multiple services.

Work with a Career Coach

  • Meet virtually or in-person
  • Complete career assessments
  • Explore in-demand jobs
  • Make a career plan

BUILD SKILLS

  • Learn basic computer skills and how to use the internet & email 
  • Learn Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Learn how to conduct an online job search 

Find a Job

JOB SEARCH RESOURCES

Jobs in Demand: 

Check out the salary potential of these jobs in demand:

 

Upcoming Job Fairs: 

  • Friday, Apr. 24 | 1 – 4 p.m. 2026 Virtual  INclusive Career Fair – Register here
  • Wednesday, Apr. 29 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Career and Resource Fair—Brookdale Public Library – Register here

Be sure to also visit this comprehensive list of Job Fairs in Minnesota.

Free Employment Resources for all MN residents:

Increase your income through education & training

  • Overcome challenges that might get in the way of your plan, including financial.
  • Strengthen skills around budgeting, decision making and balancing school, work, and family.
  • Find help choosing a career path, finding training options and enrolling
TRAINING OPTIONS WITH IOCP PARTNERS

Find local training opportunities through our local training partners.

Find your fit in these popular careers:

Earn while you learn! IOCP training partner Aon is offering a unique Business Apprenticeship Program

Upcoming Trainings:

Get a college certificate or degree – for free! Visit the local training opportunities through our Career Force Training Program Finder.


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WHO WE SERVE

We provide services in food, case management, emergency financial assistance, employment services, and child care resources to those residing in our service area.

Visit our Contact page for complete hours of services.

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FINDING OR CHANGING JOBS CAN BE HARD WHEN YOU’RE A CAREGIVER…

Find news and resources for families with children ages 0-5 in our latest CfK eNews.

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