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Elevate Your Next Mission: Job Fair Returns to Quantico

Written by Prince William County | Sep 26, 2024

Are you a veteran, transitioning service member, or military spouse looking to take the next step in your career? The Prince William County & Quantico Job Fair, hosted at the National Museum of the Marine Corps on October 23, is tailored specifically for you. This event is designed to connect those who have served — and their families — with employers who value their unique skills and experiences.

For a third year, this job fair will be hosted by the ELEVATE program and focus on providing career opportunities for veterans, transitioning military members, and military spouses.

With employers across industries eager to hire individuals with a military background, this event presents an unmatched opportunity to engage directly with hiring managers who understand and appreciate the discipline, leadership, and expertise developed in the armed forces.

Event Details:

Taking place at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, this job fair provides a fitting location for military members and their families. Just minutes from Quantico, the museum offers an inspiring backdrop, while being easily accessible to military communities throughout the region.

This event will feature:

  • Veteran-Friendly Employers: Many participating companies have veteran hiring initiatives and are looking for individuals with the skills and attributes developed in military service.
  • Military Transition Resources: Experts will be on-site offering guidance on how to translate military experience into civilian job success, helping attendees effectively navigate their transition.
  • Spouse Support: With military spouses often facing unique challenges in finding stable employment, the ELEVATE Job Fair will have resources and opportunities aimed at supporting spouses in their career development.

The companies participating in the ELEVATE Job Fair are not only committed to hiring veterans but also understand the strength and adaptability that military families bring to the workforce. Industries represented at the fair will include government, defense contracting, healthcare, technology, public service, and more.

Hiring employers can register by email to: elevateemployers@vcwnorthern.com

Whether you’re seeking a career in cybersecurity, project management, logistics, or healthcare, or are looking to explore new industries, this job fair will feature employers who are ready to welcome military talent.