Description

Attention nuclear companies, higher education and technical training institutions, students, and job seekers: 

The Oak Ridge Chamber’s third annual Nuclear Science Week Career Fair returns to Roane State Community College on Tuesday, October 20, from 4:00–7:00 p.m. This year's event is hosted in partnership with the American Job Center, and generously sponsored by MCLinc.

This event supports the Chamber’s ongoing commitment to workforce development throughout the region. As demand for skilled talent across the nuclear industry continues to grow, the Career Fair creates meaningful connections between local employers, educational institutions, students, job seekers, and professionals exploring new career paths.

By bringing industry and the future workforce together in one place, we are helping strengthen the talent pipeline essential to Oak Ridge’s continued growth and leadership in the nuclear sector.

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Event Highlights

• Opportunities to meet directly with nuclear employers and educational institutions
• Digital access to current job openings through company-provided QR codes
• Color-coded attendee wristbands to help exhibitors identify students, job seekers, and other guests
• Clear signage and volunteer assistance throughout the venue

For Job Seekers and Students

What to Bring

• Résumés: Bring multiple copies of an updated résumé to share with employers.
• Portfolio or certifications: If relevant, bring examples of your work, credentials, or technical certifications.
• Notebook or folder: Keep employer information, job-opening details, and notes organized.
• Questions: Prepare a few questions about each organization’s culture, hiring process, career paths, and available opportunities.

What to Expect

• Direct connections: Meet hiring managers, HR representatives, educators, and industry professionals
• Employment opportunities: Access current job listings using QR codes
• Industry insight: Learn more about the wide range of technical and professional career paths available within the nuclear sector.

What to Wear

Business casual attire is encouraged to help make a strong first impression, but it is not required. All attendees are welcome to come as they are—the focus is on creating connections, discovering opportunities, and learning more about the nuclear industry.

For Employers and Educators

Nuclear companies, higher education institutions, and qualifying technical training programs are invited to participate as exhibitors. Please register as an exhibitor in advance. 

Participating organizations are asked to:

• Provide at least 2 representatives to staff the table, ideally including human resources or hiring personnel
• Arrive during exhibitor setup from 2:30–3:30 p.m.
• Attend the pre-event mixer from 3:30–4:00 p.m. for refreshments and networking with other exhibitors

What to Bring

• Recruitment materials:
  • A QR code linking directly to current job openings or career information
  • Handouts or brochures highlighting your organization, workplace culture, hiring process, and current or anticipated openings
• Branded display materials: Banners, tablecloths, signage, and giveaways that help you stand out
• Business cards: Contact information for attendees interested in following up

The Oak Ridge Chamber is proud to bring together the companies, educators, and individuals shaping the future of Oak Ridge’s nuclear and technical workforce.

Questions? Contact events@orcc.org