Workforce & Career Hub

Workforce & Career Hub

This is your central destination for connecting with valuable career opportunities and resources in our community. Here, you’ll find a wide range of tools and information designed to support your professional growth, whether you’re just starting out, looking to advance, or exploring new paths. From job connections and internships to upcoming events and helpful resources, this hub is here to guide you every step of the way.

Upcoming Job Fairs:

NSU Part-Time Job Fair (Students & Employers Only) - Sep 9

NSU Graduate Career Fair (Student & Employer Only) - Sep 30

NEDA will be adding to this list as more information becomes available. If there is an upcoming job fair that is not listed above, help us spread the information by emailing details and graphics to Morgan Green at Morgan@GoNatchitoches.com.

Job Search Assistance Groups & Other Resources:

Coordinating & Development Corporation Offers Job Search Assistance

Louisiana Workforce Commission

WIOA Program - Can assist individuals by paying for tuition, work experience, on the job training, and supportive services like gas reimbursement, childcare assistance, books and fees for school, uniforms, and tools for work, and more.

NEDA will be adding to this list as more information becomes available. If there are any additional resources not listed above, help us spread the information by emailing details and graphics to Morgan Green at Morgan@GoNatchitoches.com.

International Paper Closure Resources

The Natchitoches Economic Development Alliance (NEDA) is deeply saddened by the news of the International Paper (IP) Red River Mill closure. For fifty years this year, the Red River mill has been an economic driver for our region and a tremendous community supporter. Below is a list of manufacturers in the region that are actively hiring.