If you're ready to take your career to the next level, Windstream is the place for you. We're a company that encourages a diverse atmosphere and motivates our employees to grow their careers through opportunities, workshops and meaningful benefits.

At Windstream, we work differently than other companies. We not only focus on our products and services, but also on our employees and their growth opportunities. We help you learn by example from some of the most innovative people in the business. We also encourage our employees to take advanced training courses.

To apply for a position, simply enter a keyword to search for positions within your area(s) of interest or expertise. If you are interested in a particular position, try more than one search to locate all results. Then you can select the specific job title that interests you and follow the steps to officially submit your application.

Note: First-time applicants must create a profile in order to apply for jobs.

• Begin the application process by clicking "Search and Apply" to search for jobs.
• Disable any pop-up blockers and apply for positions that interest you. You should see the job title and description displayed.
• Click the "Click Here" link for first-time applicants (if you are an Employee Referral, click the link just above it). Your screen will display "Instructions for Building Your Profile With Windstream. "New visitors should just click" Go."
• Enter the required information in the "Authorization and Release" area.
• Click "Go" at the bottom of the page and continue the application process by honestly and completely answering all questions as you fill in your profile.
• Cut and paste your résumé into the appropriate field. Please review your profile after you submit to make sure your resume appears as you wish it to be viewed.
• Remember to note your user name and password for future use.

That's all it takes to discover the exciting opportunities with a telecommunications leader! New jobs are posted daily on our Web site, so please visit often.

• To get started, access your account now
• Enter your login and password in the "Update Profile" section.
• Press the "Login" button at the bottom of the screen. (If you cannot remember your login and password, click on "Forgot Your Login/Password" and follow appropriate steps.)
• From the "Candidate Main Menu," you can edit your profile and seek out jobs for which you qualify.
• Once you find a job, click "Apply," and you're done. It's that easy!

Note: If a position requires you to complete an assessment or questionnaire, you MUST do so before you can be considered for that job.

We will evaluate your resume and contact you through out the recruitment process. You can check the status of the process going back to the page where you applied. Please keep your information up-to-date so we can reach you.

At Windstream Communications, we're proud of our extensive coverage area and high-quality service. Currently, we provide service for approximately 3.4 million access lines in 16 states ? Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Texas.

A career at Windstream is rewarding!

Windstream knows our employees are the best in the industry, and who better to recruit the best than the ones who know their job and what it takes to be the best. If you have been referred to Windstream by a friend or family member, please be sure to let us know.

How to list someone as your referral:

• When you apply online and complete your profile, answer "YES" when asked, "Were you referred by an Windstream employee?"
• Then enter the exact e-mail address of your Windstream referral with name only, as @Windstream.com will automatically pre-populate (for example, "john.j.jones or john.jones").
• Answer the next question, "Where did you hear about Windstream?" with "EMPLOYEE REFERRAL" and then include the employee name in the "Source" box.

For all that you put into your job, you deserve the best in return. From a friendly, team-based environment to progressive salaries and health plans, our benefits work hard for you. See for yourself.

At Windstream, we are committed to bringing much more than just our telecommunications products to the areas we serve. Our goal is to strengthen each community where we do business.

We strive to support our communities through donations of our products and services, as well as financial support. We also have an employee volunteer program that encourages, supports and acknowledges employees who spend time volunteering on behalf of Windstream.

Here are a few of the many organizations that Windstream currently partners with:

• American Red Cross
• American Heart Association
• Big Brothers/Big Sisters
• 4-H
• Habitat for Humanity
• Junior Achievement
• March of Dimes
• The Salvation Army
• The Susan G. Komen Foundation
• United Way

The United Way
Employees can make voluntary tax-deductible contributions to the fund through bi-weekly payroll deductions.

This overview is for information purposes only and may not contain important details located in the legal plan documents and prospectuses. This information provides an informal overview of the benefits programs effective as of January 1, 2007, for eligible nonbargaining employees of Windstream. Program details are provided in the applicable Company practices, plans, or document summaries.