Join Us For A Job Fair
Our job fairs are for anyone looking for employment. You can find a diverse array of employment opportunities at our job fair, meet hiring and HR managers, and have on-site interviews with multiple employers. Here you can ask questions in person, find out more about job openings, and fill out online applications on one of our computers.
If you plan on attending one of our Job Fairs, please pre-register by clicking the button below and selecting the event you wish to attend. If you plan to attend more than one, please register for each event.
If you have additional questions about our job fairs or if you are an employer seeking to have a table at one of our events, please email LaRhonda Maiten at Lmaiten@cityofrefugeatl.org.
2025 Job Fairs
June 5th & June 19th, 2025
July 10th & July 24th, 2025
August 7th & August 21st, 2025
September 11th & September 25th, 2025
October 9th & October 23rd, 2025
Job Training Courses
At City of Refuge we offer job training courses that will give you the skills and confidence needed to earn a job and start a rewarding career. Check out the courses available below and begin your application process.
Forklift Certification (4 Days)
4-Day Training
Ready, Set, Work Forklift Certification is a comprehensive program designed to build both career and technical skills. Over four days, participants will develop soft skills, practice interview techniques, craft effective resumes, and engage in a hands-on job placement workshop.
Credentials
Forklift Certification
Start Dates: Every fourth Friday and Saturday of the month
NAPA Automotive Technician Training (16 Weeks)
Mon-Fri (8:30 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.)
This course introduces basic concepts and technical training in automobile mechanics. The curriculum covers safety procedures, legal/ethical responsibilities, general service, hand tools, shop organization, and workflow systems.
Start Date: May 5, 2025
Solar Panel Installation Training (10 Weeks)
Are you ready to build a sustainable career in the booming solar industry? Our 10-week Solar Panel Installation Training Program is designed for motivated adults (ages 24-44) who are looking to gain in-demand job skills, earn industry certification, and secure long-term employment in the solar energy field. No experience needed! Training takes place at the City of Refuge campus.
Key Dates & Deadlines:
Mandatory Information Session: May 9, 2025
Application Deadline: May 5, 2025
Spaces are limited and expected to fill fast!
Class Start Date: May 30, 2025
Welder Training (10 Weeks)
The City of Refuge Welder Training Program is designed to equip individuals from Atlanta’s 30314 and surrounding communities with the skills needed to thrive in the high-demand field of welding. With scholarship-covered training, students will learn the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG) process and prepare to meet national certification standards set by ASME and AWS. This 10-week program emphasizes safety, quality, and performance—empowering students to take confident steps toward long-term success in the trades.
Start Date: June 7, 2025
Cybersecurity (35 Weeks)
Mon - Fri (8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Cybersecurity students will be trained and tested for the following industry-recognized certifications:Linux, CompTia Net + (Certification), Python, CompTia Sec + (Certification), CCSK v5 w/ Zero Trust (Certification), and Work Based Learning for 1 month.
Start Date: August 25, 2025
EmployED Workshop (1 Week)
Digital Fluency Academy
Join us for one of our 90-minute workshops focused on building digital skills and fluency, sponsored by NPursuit Career Partners. Lunch is provided.
Wanting to apply for a job training course that’s not listed?
Click the button below and select “Other” on the application.