For nearly thirty years, DEX and Fastenal have partnered together to create opportunities for students that have participated in the DEX programs. This partnership continues to get stronger every year. As Fastenal grows, one of our biggest challenges is to recruit and retain the best people; after all it is the people that make up any successful organization. We look to DEX in a couple of different ways, one is to fill part time positions while the student is going to school, this program we feel is very valuable for the employee and us, it allows the student to learn Fastenal from the ground up and at the same time learning and polishing the skills learned in school and the DEX program. The second way we look to DEX is to hire future and past graduates to fill management and sales positions within Fastenal.

At Fastenal we have certain values we live by and look for when we recruit future personnel for our organization. Those values are Ambition, Innovation, Integrity and Teamwork. We find these same values from participants in the DEX programs, and we feel that is what makes DEX and Fastenal a successful and strong partnership in the past, and into the future.

To find out more about Fastenal and the career opportunities go to: www.fastenal.com

MinnesotaWorks.net, an online resume and job matching system launched by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) uses up-to-date technology designed to provide a faster and easier way to find that perfect job. The virtual recruiter allows you to match your resume to job postings, identifying and ranking the jobs that most closely fit your search criteria. The virtual recruiter is like having your own employment counselor on the job 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Watch for an increased inventory of jobs, internships, apprenticeships and volunteer opportunities in 2008. Visit their website at www.MinnesotaWorks.net.

Valpak developed a partnership in June 2006. The company offer solutions to advertisers by helping the sell their products or services – in person, online or in the mail.

The career possibilites are endless for someone with an interest in advertising, marketing and/sales. Check the website at www.coxtarget.com/vp_careers/.

maurices

maurices is proud to be a business partner with the State of Minnesota DEX organization. Our partnership has proven to be both valuable and rewarding for maurices and DEX Students. We have had the opportunity to judge competitions, participate in career fairs and seminars, provide internship opportunities and employment.

maurices started in 1931 as a small women's fashion shop in Duluth, Minnesota, has grown into more than 500 stores across the country catering to the fashion needs of both men and women. For seven decades, maurices has stayed true to our high standards for fashion, value, and great customer service.

At maurices, we attract and seek out individuals with a passion for excellence, a flair for fashion, and a desire for challenge and growth. Our philosophy of "promotion from within" encourages continued development and exciting career opportunities. Our success comes from our talented associates who continually look for ways to add value and take risks. This is accomplished in an environment open to challenge and change.

maurices genuinely cares about customers, associates, business partners, and results. This sense of caring and respect for one another, coupled with a recognition of ownership and accountability, allows us to foster an environment of empowerment. We recognize and value the unique strengths and diversity of each individual, which makes us a better place to work, a better store to shop, and a better member of our communities.

maurices offers great benefits, including flexible work schedules, a team-spirit atmosphere, merchandise discount, time off with pay, and medical/dental/vision plans. With the strong history of maurices, we offer associates a stable and secure work environment, competitive compensation, 401K with a company match, and a stock purchase plan.

For more information about maurices, visit our website at maurices.com.