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Welcome to the American Job Center of Tennessee!

Ready to find new opportunities? We’re here to help you get there.

American Job Centers (AJCs) provide free services that help you find steady, good-paying jobs all over Tennessee. You can get training, job counseling, financial aid for education, and much more. Click on the button below to learn which services you might qualify for!

Ready to find new opportunities? We’re here to help you get there.

American Job Centers (AJCs) provide free services that help you find steady, good-paying jobs all over Tennessee. You can get training, job counseling, financial aid for education, and much more. Click on the button below to learn which services you might qualify for!

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Getting Back To Work!

HIRING EVENTS

Events happening across the State of Tennessee:
 

Middle Tennessee

Davidson County

October 23, 2025, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm CDT

A Re-Entry Resource Fair is scheduled for Thursday, October 23, 2025, in Nashville. The event, which is open to the public, is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT.

Location:

900 Madison Square
Madison, Tennessee 37115

What's available:

  • Employment opportunities
  • Housing assistance
  • Medical and mental health providers
  • Education support
  • Legal aid
  • Treatment and recovery support

Have questions? Contact Erika Jackson at 615-795-3062 or erika.jackson@tn.gov or Joel Sams at 615-253-7430 or joel.t.sams@tn.gov.


 

Davidson County

October 29, 2025, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm CDT

A Patriots for Paychecks Job and Resource Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, 2025, in Nashville. The event, which is open to the public, is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CDT.

Location:

Lake Providence Missionary Baptist Church
5891 Nolensville Pike
Nashville, Tennessee

Full-time jobs, part-time jobs, internships, and more are available. 

Scan the QR code on the job fair flyer to learn more and to register for the event.


 

Davidson County

November 6, 2025, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm CST

A Second Chance Job Fair is scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2025, in Nashville. Top employers and community partners will be on-site to connect you with life-changing opportunities. The event is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CST.

Dress for success. First impressions matter — wear business casual or professional attire. Avoid jeans, shorts, flip-flops, or overly casual clothing.

Location: 

Cathedral of Praise
4300 Clarksville Pike
Nashville, Tennessee

What to expect:

  • On-the-spot interviews
  • Employers hiring for multiple positions
  • Resources for workforce reentry
  • Resume assistance and career coaching

Who should attend:

  • Returning citizens seeking employment
  • Job seekers looking for new opportunities
  • Anyone ready to restart their career journey

Hosted by:

  • Urban League of Middle Tennessee
  • Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
  • Dismas House
  • American Job Center
  • Cathedral of Praise
  • Park Center
  • Project Return
  • Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry

Register online.


 

Montgomery County

November 8, 2025, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm CST

Do you have a Montgomery County, Tennessee, criminal record?

Expunge eligible non-convictions from your Montgomery County criminal record for free. Help with driver's licenses is also available. 

Location:

Loaves and Fishes
825 Crossland Avenue
Clarksville, Tennessee 37040

Registration is required by September 7, 2025.  Scan the QR code on the flyer to register or call 1-833-920-0420 if you need help. 

Expungement clinic flyer


 

West Tennessee

Shelby County

October 18, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm EDT

The Memphis Lift will present the Fathers Matter 2 Job and Community Resource Fair on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The event, which is designed to bring opportunity, connection, and resources all in one place, is 12-3 p.m. EDT.

Location:

The Memphis Lift
1637 Britton Street
Memphis, Tennessee 38108

Registration is open now. Save your spot.

This more than just a fair. It's about:

  • Networking with community leaders
  • Increasing visibility for your organization
  • Making a positive impact in Shelby County

Featured opportunities and resources include:

  • Job opportunities
  • Expungements
  • Restore voting rights
  • Health care access
  • Housing support
  • Schooling options
  • Fantastic community resources

 

Shelby County

October 25, 2025, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm EDT

An Erase and Elevate Expungement Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025. The event is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT.

Location: 

New Hope Baptist Church of Memphis
2356 Elvis Presley Boulevard
Memphis, Tennessee 38106


 

East Tennessee

Anderson County

October 17, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm EDT

An Oak Ridge Multi-Employer Job Fair is scheduled for Friday, October 17, 2025. The event is 1-3 p.m. EDT.

Please note: Due to recent changes in federal guidelines, work authorization documents will be collected. Please bring two forms of ID or upload them to jobs4TN.gov prior to the event.

Location: 

Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce
1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike
Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37830

Participating employers:

  • AutoZone
  • Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC
  • Del Conca USA
  • Emerald Youth Foundation
  • Food City
  • H&R Block
  • Hillcrest Healthcare
  • Knoxville Area Transit
  • Love's
  • Manpower
  • McNabb Center
  • Nesco Resource
  • Nuclear Workers Alliance
  • Ohana Home Care, LLC
  • Roane State Community College
  • Senior Helpers
  • UPA
  • The View Company
  • Weigel's
  • Your Home Team Care

For more information email Mack.McCollum@tn.gov.


 

Blount County

October 21, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm EDT

The American Job Center in Maryville will host a multi-employer job fair on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. The event is 1-3 p.m. EDT. 

Location: 

American Job Center
537 W. Lamar Alexander Parkway
Maryville, Tennessee 37801

Participating employers:

  • AutoZone
  • Community Options, Inc.
  • Educational Opportunity Center
  • Harrison
  • Hillcrest Healthcare
  • Senior Citizens Home Assistance Service Inc.
  • Silver Angels
  • Teleperformance
  • United States Postal Service
  • Wendy's

Additional employers will be added up to the day of the event as space allows.

For more information email Travis.Rogers2@tn.gov or call 865-324-5482, ext. 5156.

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