CareerForce in Chaska is now open either in person or virtually. Appointments for in-person visits are not required, but you may want to call ahead as there are capacity limits. Virtual appointments may be an option in some instance, please contact (952) 361-1711 for more information.

Library Drop-In Hours

For help with resumes, job search, interview/employment skills you can meet with an Employment Counselor during these drop in times at these two library locations:

Chaska Library: 2nd Tuesday of the month from 10:00 am till 12:00 pm.

3 City Hall Plz, Chaska, MN 55318

(952) 448-3886

Chanhassen Library: 4th Tuesday of the month from 2:00 pm till 5:00 pm.

7711 Kerber Blvd, Chanhassen MN 55317

(952) 227-1500

 For more information follow carverlib.org

CareerForce in Chaska is excited to announce our upcoming Employers of the Day events. This is an in person opportunity to meet with local employers and learn more about their company and current job openings. To find out more click below to see the upcoming events:

Employer of the Day Events:

March 26th, 2024

The CareerForce lab is located at 602 E. 4th Street in Chaska is open to the public five days a week from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Some of the resources available are:

• Computers to be used for job search or work related purposes.
• Resources to assist in your job search.
• Job Leads from the Southwest Metro area.
• Printer, copier, scanner and fax machine that can be used for job search purposes.
• Resource Room Specialist who can help to answer your questions.
• Information on community resources for those who are homeless, low-income, or at risk of homelessness.

Minnesota Family Investment Plan (MFIP) / Diversionary Work Program (DWP) 

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Employment and Training Program

Referred to as SNAP - E and T this program is for individuals ages 18 to 50 who are currently receiving SNAP food support. For information on SNAP Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) call Intake at (952) 361-1600. 

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program is for adults who are low-income. It is designed to serve the "universal client" with priority given to certain target groups. A person must be screened for eligibility before receiving any training funding. For more information call (952) 361-1711.

Young Adult Program Flyer

It is essential that you fill out the application completely and provide all needed information and verification so that we can determine eligibility. May need to provide additional information or eligibility criteria.  

In-School-Youth Program

Applications are now open-to apply fill out the In School-Youth Program application. 

The last two pages (Youth Eligibility Verification) must be filled out by a counselor or work coordinator at your school.

You may either:

1. Print off the last two pages and give it to your counselor or work coordinator and have them return it to CareerForce Chaska Attn: Gary Jones or Josie Morrison.
2. Email them the document and have them return it to Gary Jones (gjones@carvercountymn.gov) or Josie Morrison (jmorrison@carvercountymn.gov)