Windows of Opportunity Regionwide Job Fair Employers List

April 22, 2026

Tuesday, April 28 | Athens, Longview, Marshall, Palestine, and Tyler

Job seekers across East Texas will have a new opportunity to connect with employers and explore career options at the next Windows of Opportunity Regionwide Job Fair on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.


Hosted quarterly by the Workforce Solutions East Texas team, this regionwide event takes place at all five workforce centers on the same day, creating opportunities for employers and job seekers to connect across a wide range of industries and career pathways. The job fair is designed to help bridge the gap between businesses looking to hire and individuals ready to take the next step in their careers.


The continued growth of the Windows of Opportunity Job Fair reflects how valuable this event has become for communities across the region. Employers are looking for qualified talent, and job seekers are looking for meaningful opportunities. This event brings both together in one place while supporting workforce development, economic growth, and career advancement throughout East Texas.


Attendees will have the chance to:

  • Connect with employers
  • Explore new career opportunities
  • Take the next step toward career goals
  • Learn about programs and services that may help along the way


Event Times, Locations, and Employers

The Windows of Opportunity Regionwide Job Fair will be held on April 28, 2026, at the following Workforce Solutions East Texas centers:


9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Athens

Longview

Tyler


1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Marshall

Palestine


Job seekers are encouraged to attend the location most convenient for them and come prepared to speak with employers about available opportunities. For workforce center addresses and additional location information, visit easttexasworkforce.org/locations.


By bringing this event to multiple workforce centers across the region on the same day, Workforce Solutions East Texas continues its commitment to connecting talent with opportunity and helping East Texans build a stronger future.


Employer List by Location

  • Athens

    • East Texas Council of Governments
    • Gillian Verde State Farm
    • Child Care Services
    • Malakoff ISD
    • McLemore Building Maintenance Inc
    • Buddy's Home Furnishing
    • Texas Department of Criminal Justice
    • Red Dot Buildings
    • Cain Center YMCA

  • Longview

    • East Texas Council of Governments
    • U.S. Army
    • Senox Corporation
    • Express Employment Professionals
    • Cablelynx
    • Hallsville CDC/Kids Kountry Learning Center/First Step Learning Center
    • Elara Caring
    • Modine Manufacturing
    • Texas Department of Criminal Justice
    • West Fraser
    • Hands of Hope Texas LLC
    • H2Health
    • Genpak
    • Restorative Healthcare

  • Tyler

    • East Texas Council of Governments
    • Trade Management
    • Morrison Healthcare
    • Chapel Hill ISD
    • GBCN - Tyler & TJC
    • Tyler ISD 
    • Soules Foods
    • Child Care Services
    • Austin Bank
    • Spherion Staffing
    • Texas Department of Criminal Justice

  • Marshall

    • East Texas Council of Governments
    • Child Care Services
    • Vocational Rehabilitation Services (TWC)
    • Hallsville CDC/Kid Kountry Learning Center/First Step Learning Center 
    • Elara Caring
    • Texas Department of Criminal Justice
    • Hands of Hope Texas

  • Palestine

    • East Texas Council of Governments
    • Rusk State Hospital
    • Greenbrier Nursing and Rehab
    • Avir at Elkhart
    • McLemore Building Maintenance Inc
    • Palestine Regional Medical Center
    • Spherion Staffing
    • Buddy's Home Furnishing
    • Texas Department of Criminal Justice
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