Job Fair Coming to Cocke County This Week

American Job Center hosting event with multiple employers in Newport

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The American Job Center is holding a job fair this Friday in Newport, Tennessee. The event will take place at Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., with doors opening at 12:00 p.m. for veterans and military service members and 1:00 p.m. for the general public. Multiple employers will be on site, and job seekers are encouraged to bring their resumes and dress professionally for potential interviews.

Why it matters

Job fairs provide an important opportunity for employers to connect with qualified candidates, and for job seekers to explore new employment options. This event in Cocke County aims to help address local workforce needs and support economic development in the region.

The details

The job fair is being hosted by the American Job Center in Sevierville. It will feature multiple employers looking to hire for various open positions. Job seekers should come prepared with their resumes and dressed professionally, as on-site interviews may be conducted.

  • The job fair will take place this Friday, March 7, 2026.
  • Doors will open at 12:00 p.m. for veterans and military service members, and at 1:00 p.m. for the general public.

The players

American Job Center

A government-funded organization that provides employment and training services to job seekers and employers.

Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church

The venue hosting the job fair in Newport, Tennessee.

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What’s next

Job seekers interested in attending the event should arrive prepared with their resumes and be ready to interview with potential employers.

The takeaway

This job fair represents an important opportunity for Cocke County residents to connect with local employers and explore new career opportunities, supporting the region's economic growth and development.