Where to Find a Job in Memphis
Places to Search for the Best Jobs in Western Tennessee
Good jobs aren't as hard to find as one might think, especially in Memphis. With a little help, landing a dream job is as simple as doing the right research.
With the current state of the economy, more and more people are finding themselves in need of work. In the Memphis, TN, area there are a lot of companies looking for skilled employees and many of them are offering better-than-ever wages and incentives. The trick is in knowing where to look.
The Commercial Appeal
The Commercial Appeal is the largest newspaper in the Mid-South region, and offers the largest selection of help wanted ads. Its online site is partnered with Yahoo Hot Jobs, which is similar to other major online search engines, and can be easily navigated. Through the website there are many options for online applications. After selecting jobs to apply for, submit a resume with a comprehensive cover letter and specific reasons of interest in the position.
Online job postings often receive hundreds of responses, and it will certainly increase the chance for an interview if the applicant follows up with a phone call to confirm the receipt of their application or resume. Daily editions of The Commercial Appeal offer help wanted ads, but the largest selection by far can be found in the Sunday edition of the paper.
The Memphis Flyer
The Flyer, a weekly publication in the Memphis area, also offers a variety of help wanted advertisements. The Flyer can be found in the mid-town area in independent stands and inside commercial businesses. This publication is free to pick up if a job seeker is in the area, and if not the paper is available online. While The Flyer may not offer the selection The Commercial Appeal does, it may offer job postings not listed anywhere else.
Craigslist
Craigsist can also be a useful tool in finding employment. The typical advertisement is going to be more blue collar, or hospitality-related with less professional level employment opportunities. Craigslist is a good place to find odd work, or quick jobs to get someone employed fast while they continue their search.
Memphis Business Journal
For more professional or career level employment, Memphis Business Journal usually has around 1,000 job listings available online. A lot of these advertisements will be found duplicated elsewhere, but every once in awhile something extra special will show up. Expect to produce a resume when applying to jobs on this site.
State and Federal Jobs
Be sure to run a Google search for State and Federal jobs. These jobs will require you to have a spotless criminal record, a good DMV record and pass a pre-employment drug screening. The hiring process isn't fast, but the benefits are well worth the wait if the job becomes a reality. There are always a large number of State and Federal positions with various entities like immigration, the post office and state agencies.
Large Companies in Memphis
Memphis is home to the corporate headquarters of Fed Ex, Holiday Inn, Auto Zone, Morgan-Keegan, Kellogg and many others. Be sure to check out specific websites for these companies and see what job listings are available. Most of these companies offer competitive salaries, education opportunities and sometimes will assist with relocation expenses.
Avoid Wasting Time with Scams
If an advertisement sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Like every other major metropolitan city, a job seeker is bound to find Memphis in abundance of unrealistic offers. Jobs offering "extra roles in movies" or "test video games for $20 an hour" should be avoided. Offers like these are usually to prey on the lazy or overly optimistic and dupe them into paying fees or enrolling into a program to assist with job placement.
Finding a job in any major city can take weeks, but if the applicant knows where to look a lot of time and effort can be saved. Good luck with job hunting adventures, and feel free to respond with success stories or suggestions. For readers relocating to the Memphis area, check out Finding Rental Property in Memphis. After you're all settled in with a new job and a new apartment, check out Things to Do in Memphis.
