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Buy an AtWork Franchise

AtWork is a national staffing and recruiting franchise founded in 1986 by John Hall in Knoxville, Tennessee, and franchising since 1992. With over 90 offices across 33 states, AtWork specializes in staffing solutions for light industrial, clerical, and office sectors, including temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire services. The brand’s mission is to connect talent with opportunities while supporting franchisees with world-class training, proprietary technology, and ongoing operational assistance. AtWork’s franchise model is designed for rapid launch—typically within 90 days—and emphasizes community impact by helping nearly 50,000 people find employment annually.

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Why buy an AtWork Franchise?

Purchasing an AtWork franchise offers entry into a stable, recession-resistant industry with a proven business model and comprehensive support. Franchisees gain access to multiple staffing programs under one brand, extensive training, and a low-cost entry point relative to industry standards. The combination of national resources and local autonomy enables owners to build profitable businesses that positively impact their communities by connecting people to meaningful employment.

AtWork Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $40,000

    • Initial Investment

      $153,500 - $210,500

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      7%/9%

  • Training & Support

    • 12 hours on the job training

    • 41 hours classroom training

    • Ongoing support

    • Marketing support

AtWork – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    AtWork provides extensive franchisee support including an intensive two-day owner’s launch camp, a week of staff training at corporate headquarters, and hands-on field training at the franchisee’s location. Ongoing support includes payroll funding and processing, marketing assistance, strategic advice, and proprietary software tools. Franchisees benefit from a low royalty fee of 7% and 0.5% marketing fee, plus eligibility for Work Opportunity Tax Credits (WOTC), further enhancing profitability.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    AtWork has received recognition from reputable organizations such as ClearlyRated, Staffing Industry Analysts, and Franchise Business Review, reflecting its excellence in franchisee satisfaction and service quality. It is regarded as one of the leading staffing franchises with a strong track record of growth and operational success. They were also recognized by Franchise Business Review as one of the Top 200 Franchises in 2026.

  3. Industry / Market

    The staffing industry is experiencing robust growth, with the global market expected to reach $568 billion by 2028. Increased demand for qualified workers in temporary and permanent roles, especially in light industrial and clerical sectors, drives steady revenue streams. AtWork’s established model and national presence position it to capitalize on this expanding market.

  4. Ideal Owner

    The ideal AtWork franchisee is a motivated entrepreneur with strong leadership and customer service skills, passionate about workforce development and community impact. While prior staffing experience is helpful, it is not mandatory. Owners should be ready to engage locally while leveraging corporate support to build a scalable staffing business.

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