Minneapolis Youth Works services

Our service providers can help you with everything from getting your birth certificate to finding an internship.

Documents

You can get help submitting and obtaining important documents, including:

  • Photo ID
  • Birth certificate
  • Social Security card

Education

You can get help pursuing further education so you can earn:

  • A GED diploma
  • A high school diploma
  • Diplomas or certificates from two or four-year college or career training programs

Types of services

  • Tutoring and study skills training
  • Alternative school and dropout prevention services
  • Help getting ready for postsecondary education, including:
    • Exploring options
    • Studying for the ACT and SAT tests
    • Applying for scholarships, grants and other financial aid
  • Comprehensive guidance and counseling

 

Jobs

Job preparation

You can get help with things like:

  • Resume writing 
  • Career assessments
  • Digital and financial literacy
  • Leadership development
  • Occupational skill training
  • Entrepreneurial skills training

Internships and employment

Our providers can help you get:

  • Paid and unpaid internships
  • Paid employment

Supportive services

Services

You can get connected to many types of services, including:

  • Transportation and housing
  • Child and dependent care assistance
  • Legal aid
  • Referrals to health care services
  • Labor market information

Payment assistance

You may be able to get assistance to help you pay for things like:

  • Work uniforms, tools and training supplies
  • Books and other school supplies
  • Fees for training, education, applications, tests and certifications

Contact us

Margaa Hirphaa

Community Planning & Economic Development

Phone

612-673-6227

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320
Minneapolis, MN 55415