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Nobles County Leads Internship Program; 58% MFIP Success Rate

1/10/2026

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The Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council (PIC) presented its annual report to Nobles County commissioners, detailing employment services.
Since 2023, Nobles County has led a college summer internship program, delivering 42 internships over three years with 40% employed locally.
In 2025, PIC served 163 MFIP participants with 58% working and launched the Drive for Five program to train in healthcare and IT, partnering with local colleges.

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Story summary

The Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council (PIC) presented its annual report to Nobles County commissioners, detailing employment services.
Since 2023, Nobles County has led a college summer internship program, delivering 42 internships over three years with 40% employed locally.
In 2025, PIC served 163 MFIP participants with 58% working and launched the Drive for Five program to train in healthcare and IT, partnering with local colleges.