Virtual Job Fairs for Military & Veterans 2024

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Virtual job fairs are essential resources for military and veteran job seekers.  They help by connecting you with local or national companies from your home. Companies are looking for college graduates to executive-level professionals.

The virtual job fair is an experience similar to the in-person version. You’ll need to prepare similarly by researching participating companies and preparing updated versions of your resume or CV. You’ll also need online research on the companies you want to land interviews with during the virtual event.

You can also visit our resources page for in-person job fairs for military and veterans.

Military and Veteran Virtual Job Fairs

Virtual job fairs are an important resource for job seekers transitioning out of the military. They are also helpful for military spouses and employment-age dependent children. Some attend job fairs while still serving in the military and/or while in college, while others choose to wait until they are about to hit the job market.

Host: JobFairX

JobFairX and the VA in Virginia Beach are offering a virtual job fair at no cost on July 22 to introduce hiring managers locally and domestically across the country. To participate, sign up and peruse the lists of employers looking for candidates with military-level skills and experience.

Host: CareerEco

    • Government and Non-Profit Jobs Hiring Event
    • July 25, 2024 11 AM – 3 PM Eastern Time
    • Learn More and Sign Up

CareerEco is hosting a government and non-profit virtual job fair for full-time, part-time and internship work in government and NPO agencies. The convenience of the online job fair features tools to text and video chat for interviews and to learn more about potential employers, saving time and money by not traveling to in-person events.

Host: Brazen

Brazen has organized a Summer Hiring Fair for U.S. military service members, veterans and their spouses online. Participants must create a job seeker profile and upload their resume to participate and connect for online conversations with employers by text or video.

Host: Corporate Gray

Corporate Gray Virtual job fair is welcoming to military service people and their families, with employers looking for people with military experience. Job seekers can connect with employers through chat or video. To participate, upload your resume to the site and pre-register for the event. All participants can use the Virtual Job Fair Training Guide and Employer Directory so that they take full advantage of their time during this job fair.

Host: DAV/Recruit Military

    • Online Recruiting Event Open to All Military Job Seekers and Spouses
    • July 30, 2024 11 AM – 3 PM Central Time
    • More information and signup

The DAV, Disabled American Veterans organization has brought together job opportunities from many top tier companies looking for employers with military experience and education. Some of the employers included in the virtual fair include but are not limited to: Altec, Cisco, EnerSys, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, John Deere, The U.S. Department of Energy, The United States Space Force, and the Western Farmers Electric Cooperative.

Host:DAV/RecruitMilitary

    • Transitioning Army & Spouse Virtual Career Fair
    • August 6, 2024, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Eastern Time
    • Register or get more information 

Virtual Career Fairs in August, September, and October 2024

Host: Career Eco

  • Summer Hiring Fair: US Military, Veterans and Veteran Spouses
  • August 7, 2024, 11 AM – 3 PM Eastern Time
  • More information or sign up

Military service members and their spouses can find career openings in accounting and business at this summer hiring fair. Looking for jobs at this virtual fair saves job-seekers travel time and expenses while they look for their new career. Pre-register and ensure all profiles are complete to make connections to employers.

Host: Valvoline

Valvoline is looking for employees at various stages of their careers and will host an online event that is catered to veterans and spouses. Participants need only a computer and to prepare their resume. You may choose to have your webcam off, but if using the webcam, be sure to dress professionally.

Host: CareerEco

  • All Sports Industry Professionals Virtual and Career Job Fair
  • August 14, 2024, 11 AM – 3 PM Eastern Time
  • More information or sign up

Veterans and their spouses may have special talents that are applicable in a variety of positions in the sports industry, from athleticism to acting as an agent or coaching. Explore sports industry options and the chance at a new career by attending this virtual job fair.

Host: Nursing and Allied Health

  • Nursing and Allied Health Virtual Grad & Career Fair
  • August 21, 2024, 11 AM – 3 PM Eastern Time
  • Learn More and Register

Nursing and Allied Health hosts this virtual grad and career fair for those who have experience or who are entering the field. Veteran spouses may be particularly interested in the opportunities presented at this fair. Attend prepared with your resume and skills ready to secure interviews.

Host: DAV/Recruit Military

This national virtual career fair needs veteran skills. Attendees will include franchisors, institutions, government agencies, veteran agencies, and other employers. Make sure your RecruitMilitary profile as well as your virtual career platform profiles are current and have your resume uploaded. Research the companies you most want to connect with to make the most of your time at this event.

Host: Corporate Gray

  • Engineering & Science Virtual Career Fair
  • August 28, 2024 11 AM – 3 PM Eastern Time
  • Learn More and Sign Up

Graduates, veterans and veteran spouses in STEM fields or looking for a career change will find a growing industry within STEM. In STEM current and future careers are built. Pre-register for this event and look for full-time employment and co-ops, or even develop your own career options through connections from the Engineering & Science Virtual Career Fair event.

Host: DAV/Recruit Military

The National Credit Union Association is hosting the NCUA Women Recruitment Virtual Outreach Event. The NCUA regulates federal credit unions and has been supporting patrons since 1934. Looking for employees who are interested in this field in all levels of employment and development.

Host: Corporate Gray

Corporate Gray’s Virtual Job Fair actively seeks to recruit veterans and their spouses. Veterans and spouses can interview via video or text. Some may require U.S. citizenship. To make as many connections as possible during this event, make sure to pre-register and upload your resume ahead of time. You will receive a preparation guide and directory of attending businesses upon your registration to help you prepare for the event.

Host: DAV/RecruitMilitary

Host: DAV/Recruit Military

Western Virtual Career Fair for Veterans seeks the specialized skills veterans possess. Attendees include employers and franchisors in a gallery of fields, veterans’ agencies and government agencies. Prepare your resume ahead of time and be sure to complete your online profile to maximize the potential of this event.

Getting the Most out of a Virtual Job Fair

There are some extra steps to take before you attend any online career fair, hiring event, or virtual job fair. The first is to check on the job fair’s official site to see if you need a specific type of platform for conference calling or related software. Ensure that your computer and virtual conferencing programs are up to date, that you have working video and audio connections, and that the lighting is adequate for video in the room where you will attend the job fair.

The Value in Military and Veteran Virtual Job Fairs

Virtual career fairs often consist of:

  • Company presentations
  • Descriptions of open positions
  • One-on-one time with hiring managers
  • On-the-spot interviews

Free Preparation Assistance

When organizations and agencies host virtual career fairs, they want everyone to benefit, so they provide additional resources. Some of these free resources include resume writing and interview preparation before the virtual career fair begins. Taking advantage of these free resources is extremely beneficial, so you are prepared for an immediate interview.

Know Which Organizations Will Be There

Most career fair registration pages also contain access to a list of organizations that will be in attendance. Knowing which organizations will be attending the event gives you a chance to research the company ahead of time. Then, you will also want to research their open positions in the event of a one-on-one interview.

Hear Directly from Hiring Managers

Find out what skills and education a hiring manager considers for certain positions. Being able to connect with hiring managers one-on-one will allow you to gain an understanding of what they’re looking for.  This may include what they’re looking for on resumes and cover letters.

Build Connections

Building connections with prospective employers could give you a leg up during the hiring process. Make sure to connect with hiring managers or company presenters through LinkedIn.  You can also exchange E-mails to maintain those connections and grow your network.

Organizations are Eager to Hire Military and Veterans

Organizations attending career fairs have open positions they seek to fill or are collecting applications for positions opening soon. Attending a virtual career fair has many benefits. A major one is not wasting your time applying for positions that have already been filled, which can sometimes occur with job postings if they’re not updated regularly.

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