In Minnesota, we value the experience and expertise of federal workers. Resources and support are available to federal workers laid off or threatened by layoffs.
Find your next job in public service.
The State of Minnesota has open positions across state government. We encourage all federal workers who have lost their jobs, are at risk of losing employment or want to consider a new path through public service to explore employment opportunities and apply today.
Find out how you can make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans through the monthly jobs newsletter and at upcoming career fairs.
Veterans have a unique understanding of the honor and responsibility of serving our families, friends and neighbors throughout our great state. Learn more about resources available to support veterans pursuing state service. Additionally, Minnesota’s 19th annual Veteran’s Career Fair is coming up on May 21 with 100 private and public employers participating.
Contact staff at a CareerForce location near you today for assistance preparing for and finding employment as quickly as possible.
CareerForce offers in-person and online workshops and personalized appointments to help you revamp and target your resume, prepare for job interviews, network successfully and more.
You can also search thousands of employment opportunities at public and private sector employers throughout Minnesota – filtering by location, job title, company name and keyword – on CareerForceMN.com/job-search and view upcoming job fairs to meet employers hiring now.
Laid off individuals may be eligible for no cost training to prepare them for in-demand employment through Dislocated Worker services.
If you are a federal employee who has lost your job, or contractor for a federal agency or program who has lost your job, you may be eligible for Unemployment Insurance benefits.
Unemployment benefits provide temporary financial support while you search for your next job.
To apply for unemployment benefits, visit www.uimn.org and submit an application.
Federal employees have a special set of instructions for submitting Unemployment Insurance applications. For detailed information on this process, visit Unemployment Insurance | Information for Federal Employees.
If you have questions about the application process, Minnesota’s Unemployment Insurance Customer Service team can help guide you through the steps. Find contact info for Unemployment Insurance Customer Service here.
Federal employees – and other Minnesotans – affected by layoffs are encouraged to contact staff at a CareerForce location near you for help preparing for and finding employment.
