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TYEP Participant Spotlight Noah Morgan, age 15, is gaining hands-on experience in computer programming at ARCS Aviation through the Tennessee Youth Employment Program (TYEP). This opportunity has given him access to tools, mentorship, and real-world
Welcome to our newest Certified Employer, Wilson Sporting Goods. By becoming a Certified Employer with the Empower Program, Wilson Sporting Goods is helping create a stronger, more resilient Upper Cumberland. Their commitment to offering quality jobs
Workforce Connections funds Advance EMS Apprenticeship to Strengthen Emergency Medical Workforce in Our Region Workforce Connections is proud to help fund apprentices in the new Putnam County Advance EMS Apprenticeship, a new initiative designed to
YEP is back for 2025-2026! If you are interested in participating as a TYEP participant OR as an employer, reach out to our team! Businessservices@ucworkforce.org
Sparta! Our AJC is bringing a hiring event to you! The event will be at the Sparta Civic Center on Wednesday, June 11 from 11AM - 2PM. There will be a food truck present, so make sure to stop by!
We are proud to announce the successful completion of the second round of our AJC Job Readiness Program in collaboration with the Cookeville Rescue Mission. Already, two of the four participants have secured employment—a testament to both the p
Hiring event at the Putnam County Library!!! June 2, 2025 from 10AM-2PM. Come on out!
We honor those who dedicated their lives to protect our freedom and our country. Bless their families and their legacies! Happy Memorial Day
Our Workforce Team had an incredible day last Friday at the SBE Conference learning about all things business and entrepreneurship. Thank you to the Biz Foundry and Twin Lakes for your hard work, dedication, and passion in hosting this event. Our reg
Empower Upper Cumberland is working hard and working together to alleviate poverty for Tennesseans in our region. We are proud to partner with them! Their Poverty Alleviation Summit was moving as much as it was informative. Reach out to us if you a
Interview Prep workshop tomorrow from 2:30-3:30 PM at the Cookeville AJC!
Tomorrow is the Computer Basics Class at our Cookeville AJC from 1-2PM. Call (931) 520-6020 to register!
Successful Empower UC Luncheon! Love partnering with the Empower team!
Resume Writing Workshop tomorrow from 1-2 pm at our Cookeville AJC! Email Anna.parnham@tn.gov to sign up!