At Workforce Development, Inc. (WDI), we proudly serve veterans across Southeast Minnesota by providing free, individualized support to help you find, secure, and maintain meaningful employment. Whether you’re transitioning from military to civilian life or looking for your next career move, our Career Planners are ready to support you with personalized guidance.
Veterans also receive priority of service for all WDI programs, and eligible individuals may qualify for additional assistance through our partners at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development’s Veterans Affairs office.
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We understand the challenges veterans face when reentering the civilian workforce. That’s why Workforce Development, Inc. (WDI) can connect you with one-on-one support to help you translate your military experience into a fulfilling new career path.
You’ll work directly with a dedicated staff member to map out your career goals, navigate job opportunities, and access services tailored specifically to your needs—all completely free of charge.
Our veteran-focused services are built to honor your experience and help you build a strong foundation for the future. Services include:
Translate your military background into skills hiring managers understand. We’ll assess your experience and provide insights into the Southeast Minnesota labor market.
Set clear goals and identify promising industries that align with your strengths and interests. We’ll help you find a path forward.
Take advantage of resume-building workshops, job search strategies, and one-on-one help completing applications that stand out.
From transportation assistance to help accessing resources, we’re here to support every step of your journey—no matter your circumstances.
Looking to translate your military experience into civilian job qualifications? These tools can help:
| Military Skills Translator | Military.com |
|---|---|
| Military to Civilian Occupation Translator | Career One Stop |
| Military Skills Translator | VA vets.gov |
| Military Crosswalk Search | O*Net Online |
| What do you want to do for a living? | My Next Move |
| Private Security Jobs | Silent Professionals |
Looking for your next opportunity? Workforce Development, Inc. has offices across Southeast Minnesota where you can meet with a Career Planner, explore job openings, get help with your resume, and access free training resources.
*These Workforce Development, Inc. offices are located within a CareerForce site.
Still have any questions?
We have several convenient locations across Southeast Minnesota to better serve you. To find the office closest to you, please visit our Find an Office page.
No. WDI supports all veterans, regardless of when you served. Whether you're newly transitioning or served decades ago, we’re here to help. Some Veterans may be eligible for referral to additional State Veterans Services.
No. All services offered to veterans through Workforce Development, Inc. are completely free.