Workforce Pell Grants launch in Minnesota, but only 2 schools are offering them The Brief Workforce Pell Grants are likely to be available soon for short-term job training at two Minnesota schools: Hennepin Tech and Lake Superior College. Strict federal criteria mean most Minnesota colleges are not yet offering these grants. Students who qualify could get enough aid to cover program costs and some living expenses later this year. BROOKLYN PARK, Minn.