Workforce challenges are something the entire tourism industry is facing. To provide assistance in this area, the Travel South Dakota has pulled together some workforce-related resources. Here you can find listings for tourism and hospitality jobs throughout the state, mentorship courses for those looking to advance within their current roles within the industry, and apprenticeship information for those looking to explore their options within tourism. You’ll also find information about travel’s essential role in economic development within South Dakota and your community. Your part, no matter how big or small, matters and we thank you for being a part of our team!
Below, we start with resources for workers/job seekers/students, followed by resources for employers.
Resources for workers/job seekers/students
South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation
- SouthDakotaWorks.org - find job openings in Tourism & Hospitality in South Dakota
- StartTodaySD.com
- Mentorship Training - go to "Lessons for Mentees" - requires you to create an account
- Registered Apprenticeship Program - find out about getting paid while you learn on the job
- Available Apprenticeships - search for opportunities in South Dakota
- DakotaRoots.com - help with finding a position in South Dakota that utilizes your strengths and interests
- FreedomWorksHere.com - information about why South Dakota is a great place to work
- WeekofWork.sd.gov - introduces middle and high school students to career opportunities
South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development
- Dakota Seeds - internship program that connects students with employers
Build Dakota Scholarship Fund
- BuildDakotaScholarships.com - scholarships for eligible technical college programs covering all program expenses
U.S. Department of Labor
- Apprenticeship.gov - learn about becoming an apprentice to get started in or shift your career
Travel South Dakota (Department of Tourism)
- SDVisit.com - Find the free Online Hospitality Training Program as well as other training & hospitality resources and opportunities.
Resources for employers
South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation
- SouthDakotaWorks.org
- list job openings in Tourism & Hospitality - requires you to create an account
- see current job openings in Tourism & Hospitality
- StartTodaySD.com
- Mentorship Training - go to "Lessons for Employers" and/or "Lessons for Mentors" - requires you to create an account
- How to offer a Registered Apprenticeship
- Available apprenticeships in South Dakota
- webinar recording: Apprenticeships 101: Everything you Wanted to Know About Starting Your Own Apprenticeship Program
- WeekofWork.sd.gov - participate in introducing middle and high school students to career opportunities
South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development
- Workforce Development - access money to train employees who require additional skills due to company growth
U.S. Department of Labor
- Apprenticeship.gov
- Discover Apprenticeship - information for employers
- Hospitality Apprenticeships
U.S. Travel Association
- USTravel.org
- Made in America - benefits of tourism to economic development toolkit
- Made in America - benefits of tourism to economic development toolkit
Travel South Dakota (Department of Tourism)
- SDVisit.com - Find the free Online Hospitality Training Program as well as other training & hospitality resources and opportunities.
FOR INFORMATION
For more information about or with questions regarding workforce topics, please contact Wanda Goodman, Deputy Secretary, at 605-773-3301 or [email protected].