Automotive

Automotive Career Paths

Learn more and apply

Watch a pre-recorded information session and apply online. Or to attend an in-person information session on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 2–3 p.m. at our training facility at 635 Prior Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104.

Contact 651-379-5837 or outreach@gesmn.org.

What to Expect

• Get started with 10 weeks of training that includes job placement assistance
• Hands-on training in our 5,600 sq. ft., 4-bay automotive training facility; includes approximately 80 hours paid training.
• Instruction in shop safety, engine lubrications, cooling systems, tires, belts, brakes, customer service, technical service information, multi-point inspection and maintenance
• Explore options for advanced automotive careers using virtual reality
• Develop skills in technology using industry platforms and software
• Industry speakers, tours, employer contacts and connections with area colleges
• Assistance with resumes, applications, interviewing, job search, retention and advancement
• Earn industry recognized certificates such as Shop Safety-S/P2 and ASE Entry-Level
• Training hours: Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–noon
• Training available at NO COST to eligible students; women are encouraged to apply.

Business

Business Professional Pathways Career Paths

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• Watch a pre-recorded information session and apply online.

Contact 651-379-5837 or outreach@gesmn.org .

What to Expect

• Get started with ten weeks of training that includes job placement assistance
• Interactive online training with your instructor, career navigator and peers
• Build skills in technology, professional communication, productivity tools and corporate culture through group and independent online learning
• Get insights and guidance from business professionals, employers and industry experts
• Participate in first-round interviews with employers to kickstart your career
• Assistance with career planning, resumes, applications, interviewing, job search, continuing education and more
• Training available at NO COST to eligible students

Construction

Construction Career Paths

Learn more and apply

Watch a pre-recorded information session and apply online . Or to attend an in-person information session on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 2–3 p.m. at our training facility at 635 Prior Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104. Register by phone or email.

Contact 651-379-5837 or outreach@gesmn.org .

What to Expect

• Get started with 12 weeks of training that includes job placement assistance
• Hands-on shop training in our training facility plus paid training on construction sites
• Instruction in construction concepts and practices including green building, hand and power tools, blueprints, math and measuring, framing, sheathing, doors and windows, siding, roofing, insulation, drywall and deconstruction
• Explore advanced technology using virtual reality tools
• Industry speakers, tours and employer contacts
• Assistance with resumes, applications, interviewing, job search, job retention and advancement
• Receive industry-recognized credentials: OSHA 10 Authorization, MDOT Flagger and Scissors Lift
• Earn 36 continuing education units and college credit toward Saint Paul College’s Carpentry Diploma program
• Training hours: Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Training available at NO COST to eligible students, women are encouraged to apply

Financial

Financial Industry Career Paths

Learn more and apply

Attend a virtual information session on Zoom on the 2nd and the 4th Tuesday of the month, 2-3 p.m.

What to Expect

• Fast-track your way into the financial industry in 10 weeks.
• Launch your career with Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) certification, a gateway credential to mid/high-level positions.
• Train for a financial services position with salaries starting up to $24-$28/hour; $35/hour with prior work experience.
• Learn introductory fundamentals such as types of products and their risks, the structure of the securities industry markets, regulatory agencies and their functions and prohibited practices.
• Interactive online training with your instructor, career navigator and peers.
• Training hours: Mon.–Thurs., 9–11 a.m. Additional 20–22 hours/week of flexible, online training that fits your schedule.
• Professional career coaching and assistance with resumes, applications, interviewing, job search, retention and advancement.
• Graduates can start and advance a financial services career in just a few months with our employer partners Wells Fargo, Ameriprise, U.S. Bank or Thrivent.
• Training available at NO COST to eligible students.

Employer Partners

YouthBuild

YouthBuild offers hands-on, no cost training in construction or automotive while earning a GED or diploma. Students earn money while accomplishing goals and learn critical job skills to build a bright future.​​​​​​ There are more than 225 YouthBuild programs in the U.S. that have participated in building 17,000 units of affordable housing. This program is funded by the Department of Labor.

Requirements:

• Ages 16–24 who are unenrolled in school
• Earn a high school diploma/GED, while gaining construction, automotive credentials and leadership skills
• Classroom and hands-on shop training with an instructor, career navigator and peers
• Receive assistance preparing and applying for jobs
• Stipends and bonuses available
• Classes are Monday–Friday, hours vary

Call or text 612-424-1050 or complete the YouthBuild interest form.