Veteran Women Government Contracting Symposium
Join the Women Veteran Chamber of Commerce for the 1st Annual Veteran Women Government Contracting Symposium on Tuesday, March 26 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in Lanham, MD. Keynote Presenter: Laurie is President of the veteran, woman owned business, Civility Management Solutions in Greenbelt, MD. Registration is required.
Corporate Gray Military Friendly Job Fair
Friday, March 29th at the Army Navy Country Club from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Employer Panel Discussion at 8AM. Meet face-to-face with dozens of employers - small businesses, large businesses and government agencies. Visit the Corporate Gray website for a list of participating employers. This event is designed especially for transitioning and former military and family members seeking employment. Pre-registration recommended.
Women Veterans Event – Mar 21
In celebration of Women’s History Month and in honor of women who served in the Armed Forces to preserve America’s freedom, the Department of Virginia Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 48, the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) Jobs for Veteran State Grant (JVSG), and Health Information Technology Solutions, LLC (HITS), are hosting a Women Veterans’ Hiring, Health, and Education Event. Men are encouraged to attend!
Hire Vets Now @ Fort Belvoir – Mar 14
Virginia’s HIRE VETS NOW, a statewide initiative launched in the Spring of 2018, brings together transitioning service members, veterans and dedicated businesses to share in camaraderie, professional development and career networking. Monthly networking events, held on military installations, expand opportunities for veterans to gain access to career openings with Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employers and Chamber members prior to transitioning from the military.
VA seeks Training Providers to ready Veterans for high-tech careers
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced it is inviting training providers to participate in a new pilot program to prepare Veterans for careers in the high-tech workforce. The Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses (VET TEC) program, for which Veterans can apply beginning in April, is designed to give Veterans more options and access to nontraditional training to acquire skills in information technology, computer software, information science, media application, data processing and computer programming fields.
Dog Tag Fellowship Applications Are Now Open!
Do you know an entrepreneurial-minded service-disabled Veteran, military spouse, and/or caregiver? Through an intensive five-month program, Dog Tag Inc. provides participants with a transformative opportunity: an education through Georgetown University and experiential learning in our small business venture, Dog Tag Bakery. Upon completion of the fellowship program, fellows are business ready, competitive, and employable.
ServingTogether is Hiring!
EveryMind has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to join our ServingTogether team as a Veteran Peer Navigator. Transitioning service members, veterans, and spouses are encouraged to apply!
Operation Second Chance Mentoring Leadership Program
Applications for mentors and mentees for the Operation Second Chance Mentoring Leadership Program are now being accepted. The OSC mentoring program helps build mental, physical and financial confidence and readiness to transition back into civilian life. If you are a veteran looking to give back and support your fellow service members, this is your opportunity.
Military Hiring Fair – Feb 22
At the Washington Military Hiring Fair, join Hiring Our Heroes, in collaboration with the American Legion’s Winter Conference, to connect directly with recruiters and hiring managers from local and national companies of all sizes. This event is free and is open to active duty service members, Guard and Reserve, veterans, and military spouses.
MOAA Announces 2019 Dates for Military Executive Transition Program Seminars
Servicemembers seeking guidance on their post-uniform career path - and veterans seeking a career boost - have three opportunities in 2019 to take part in MOAA's Military Executive Transition (MET) program, a one-day workshop that covers all facets to help guide you to professional success.