Connecting People with Job Opportunities + Educational Services Through St. Vincent de Paul in DSM
St. Vincent de Paul is keeping busy creating opportunities through employment support programming and events. Here are the latest offerings to help connect and improve individuals' employability and assist in connecting people with positions at Greater Des Moines (DSM) businesses and organizations.
St. Vincent de Paul News
- St. Vincent de Paul is currently accepting applications for positions at their thrift stores. Interested candidates can complete the application and drop it off at any St. Vincent de Paul location.
- Education Center: The St. Vincent de Paul Education Center, located on the second floor of 1426 Sixth Ave. in Des Moines. Community members can utilize computers to check email or look for jobs at no cost.
- The Back to Class is being offered July 23-30, 2026. This six-day class will help you prepare for the next step in your employment journey. Contact Mike Collet at (515) 282-8328, ext. 220 or email at mike.collet@svdpdsm.org for more information on the next class.
Upcoming Hiring Events
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Waukee Community School District Support Staff Career Fair: Boone Community School District will take place Monday, July 20, 2026, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., at Prairieview School, 655 SE University Ave. in Waukee.
- IowaWORKS is hosting a Grab A Job Tuesday Hiring Event on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, from 9 to 11 a.m. at 200 Army Post Road in Des Moines, featuring the Iowa Army National Guard who is hiring for Various Positions with 100+ jobs available. See the flyer for more information.
- ChildServe will hold Open Interviews (view jobs at Careers at ChildServe) on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 5406 Merle Hay Road in Johnston. They are hiring for a variety of positions. Bring your resume and be ready to complete an on-the-spot screening at the event.
- Kwik Star will hold Walk-In Interviews every Thursday through July 30, 2026, will be held at Kwik Star#1702, 16050 Hickman Road in Clive.
News from IowaWorks
Hot Off the Press Jobs
🔥Corell Contractor, Inc.
🔥Children and Families of Iowa
🔥State of Iowa - Iowa Workforce Development
“A job can change a life. Meaningful employment can change a future.”
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Miscellaneous Events & Classes
Job opportunities and career resources are abundant in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Whether you're looking to find an internship, a job, develop professionally or grow as a student, we have the resources to help you thrive.
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