American Job Center Rooftop Career Fair Set For May 23

Published on May 12, 2025

The American Job Center (AJC) invites area residents to an outdoor career fair from 9 a.m. to noon Friday, May 23. The Rooftop Career Fair will be on the sixth floor of the parking garage above the American Job Center, 1330 “N” St., Suite A.

Those attending may park for free in the Park & Go garage at 14th and “N” streets and use the elevator. To receive one hour of free parking, attendees must enter their license plate number into one of the kiosks in the parking garage.

“We’re proud to bring back the Rooftop Career Fair to connect job seekers with great employers in a unique and accessible setting. It’s a chance to take the next step in your career,” said Dylan Wren, AJC Workforce Administrator.

Local employers attending the event include the State of Nebraska, NEBCO, Lincoln Electric System, Total Manufacturing Company, Firespring, and many more.

The American Job Center offers four main coaching and training programs:

  • Adult Program for those ages 18 and older
  • Dislocated Worker Program for those affected by a layoff or closure
  • Youth Employment Support Services for those ages 14 to 24.
  • Ticket to Work program to help those who receive disability benefits return to work or begin working for the first time
  • SNAP Next Step Employment and Training Program for those currently receiving SNAP benefits

Features of the American Job Center include conference and interview rooms allow clients to meet potential employers and career planners. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology such as free Wi-Fi, webcams, televisions and iPads, the rooms allow clients to interview for potential jobs in person or virtually.

Attendees are encouraged to set up a NEWorks account prior to attending the event. Visit https://neworks.nebraska.gov/vosnet/loginintro.aspx?plang=E and choose Option 3. For more information about the AJC, 1330 “N” St., visit ajc.lincoln.ne.gov.