Date & Time
Thursday, February 26, 2026Location & Address
NAS Oceana Officers’ Club
906 G Ave., Building 480, Virginia Beach, VA 23460
Schedule of Events
10:00–11:00 AM
Career Coaching with Industry Representatives
Talk one-on-one with industry leaders in defense, energy, aerospace, logistics, and more about career paths, culture, and success strategies.
11:00 AM–1:00 PMNetworking
Meet employers actively hiring military-connected talent and discover where your skills fit.
What is this event?
This event is a networking reception and career fair offering transitioning service members, military spouses and veterans the opportunity to connect with Virginia employers looking to hire military talent. Participating employers are offering career opportunities in IT, healthcare, logistics, manufacturing, defense, government, law enforcement and more!
Resource Providers will be on hand to assist with:
Resume writing
SkillBridge internships
Mentorships
A complimentary lunch will be provided.
New This Year:
Direct access to SkillBridge opportunities through the Hiring Our Heroes Fellowship Program.
Participating Employers
ATDM
Boeing
Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel District
Chesapeake Police Department
City of Virginia Beach
Command Post Technologies Inc.
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
First Command Financial Services
Global Technical Systems
HII Mission Technologies
Kay and Associates
MI Technical Solutions
Military Talent Pipeline
Mills Marine & Ship Repair LLC
Navy Region Mid-Atlantic
NSC Staffing
Newport News Shipbuilding
Norfolk Police Department
Orion Talent
Sentara Health
Valkyrie Enterprises Inc.
Virginia Department of Transportation
Co-Hosts
Hire Vets Now Program Sponsors
The Virginia Chamber's Military & Veterans Affairs Executive Committee provides sponsorship funding for the HIRE VETS NOW program. The following organizations are members and provide thought leadership on how Virginia can ensure veterans and their spouses can access civilian careers upon the completion of their service.
