By Salute to Spouses Staff

If you are looking for a job in 2019, begin your search at www.hiringourheroes.org . The organization has posted its 2019 calendar of hiring events and there is sure to be one near you.

In January and February alone military only hiring fairs and networking receptions will be held across the nation in Washington, Oklahoma, Texas, Ohio, North Carolina, Florida, California, Japan and Washington D.C.

In 2011 the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation launched the Hiring Our Heroes initiative to connect veterans and spouses with meaningful employment opportunities.

Since then 31,000 veterans and spouses have found jobs through the Hiring Our Heroes events. More than 2,000 companies take part in the campaign from all corners of the U.S.

Ready to see what Hiring Our Heroes has in store for you? Visit their site, click on the event you want to attend. Be sure to register. These events fill quickly.

Not looking for a job at the moment but want to brush up on your interview skills or re-write your resume? Hiring Our Heroes can help you too. The organization hosts an online resume building tool and hosts regular networking receptions to help you build your rolodex and brush up on career building skills.

In 2019 make a resolution to improve and move onward and upward. Check in with Hiring Our Heroes to take the first step. 

The fall is a great time to job search! Many companies are hiring extra help to assist with the holiday rush and it is a great opportunity for you to show an employer what you are capable of. A part-time holiday gig could easily turn into a fulltime opportunity.

Check out these upcoming job fairs below, sponsored by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Be sure to click on the link and register as spaces fill quickly.

Nov. 2

Uncasville, CT

Mohegan Sun Vets Rock 2018 Veterans Day Event and Hiring Fair

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/4th-annual-mohegan-sun-vets-rock-2018-veterans-day-event-and-hiring-fair

Nov. 6

Colorado Springs, CO

AMPLIFY Military Spouse Career Intensive

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/amplify-military-spouse-career-intensive-colorado-springs

Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/joint-base-anacostia-bolling-military-hiring-fair

Nov. 14

For Buchanan, Puerto Rico Military Hiring Fair

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/fort-buchanan-puerto-rico-military-hiring-fair

 

Nov. 29

Military Spouse Employment Workshops - Carlisle Barracks, PA

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/military-spouse-employment-workshops-carlisle-barracks-pa-0

 

Hiring Our Heroes has spent years cultivating relationships with employers around the country to help ease the transition for military spouses as they PCS.

They hold popular spouse-only job fairs each month across the U.S.

If you are stationed in Japan, they are coming to you in 2019. You don’t want to miss it!

The 2019 Okinawa Career Summit, to be held Feb. 25 and 26, 2019, will help to connect you directly with HR experts and hiring managers via industry-specific employment briefs, attend a resume building and digital networking workshops to super-charge your transition to a civilian career, then network with dozens of companies at a free evening networking reception.

The second day will include an opportunity to get firsthand information on transition, recruitment, and the hiring process during an interactive discussion with employers from a cross-section of industries, followed by your chance to meet with local and national employers at a massive career fair in the afternoon.

This event is free and is open to active duty service members, Guard and Reserve, veterans, and military spouses. Registration will open soon. To register or learn more, visit https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/2019-okinawa-career-summit

Then, on Feb. 27 and 28, the fun moves to Yokosuka!

At the 2019 Yokosuka Career Summit, you’re invited to connect directly with HR experts and hiring managers via industry-specific employment briefs, attend a resume building and digital networking workshops to super-charge your transition to a civilian career, then network with dozens of companies at a free evening networking reception.

The second day will include an opportunity to get firsthand information on transition, recruitment, and the hiring process during an interactive discussion with employers from a cross-section of industries, followed by your chance to meet with local and national employers at a massive career fair in the afternoon.

This event is free and is open to active duty service members, Guard and Reserve, veterans, and military spouses. To register or learn more, visit https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/2019-yokosuka-career-summit-1

Space at these events fill up quickly and pre-registration is required. Be sure to check the website for updates and information on more opportunities.

Unfortunately hurricane damage and repairs have cancelled several military spouse hiring events in North Carolina in early October. However, the rest of the month is full of military spouse professional opportunities.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation continues to support spouses not just with spouse-only job fairs but also with events to help spouses build their resumes, practice professional interviewing skills and find ways to become leaders in building their communities.

For more information on each event, visit www.uschamberfoundation.org/events/hiringfairs

Be certain to register asap! These events fill up quickly. Good luck!

Oct. 10

Norfolk, Va.

Hampton Roads Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zone Launch Event

 

Oct. 11

Atlanta, Ga.

A Call to Lead: Creating Lasting Impact for Atlanta’s Military Community

 

Oct. 12

Hampton, Ga.

VET 2.0 Experience Hiring Expo at the Atlanta Air Show

 

Oct. 15

Honolulu, Hawaii

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Military Spouse Symposium

 

Philadelphia, Penn.

A Call to Lead: Creating Lasting Impact for Philadelphia’s Military Community

Oct. 16

Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

Schofield Barracks Transition Summit

Philadelphia, Penn.

Philadelphia Hiring Expo with Philadelphia Flyers

Oct. 17

Washington D.C.

Washington Hiring Expo with the Washington Capitals

Oct. 18

Hickam, Hawaii

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Transition Summit

Hanover, MD

Maryland Live! Casino at Arundel Mills Military Spouse Hiring Reception

Oct. 19

Kaneohe Marine Corps Base, Hawaii

Marine Corps Base Hawaii Transition Summit

Oct. 24

Fort Bragg, N.C.

Amplify Military Spouse Career Intensive

Newark, NJ

A Call to lead: Creating lasting impact for Newark’s military community

Oct. 25

Newark, NJ

Newark Hiring Expo with the New Jersey Devils

Fort Hood, Texas

Military Spouse Hiring Fair

Hopefully the PCS move was smooth, the kids are enjoying their new schools and it is now time for you to hit the pavement and find not just a job, but a career.

Start by checking in with Hiring Our Heroes, a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

The organization hosts job fairs specifically for military spouses and military members in locations around the nation. They have also launched a series of Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zones in San Antonio, Tampa, Colorado Springs and Washington state as places where the organization fosters collaboration between local and national employers, schools and community resources to build employment opportunities for military spouses.

Hiring Our Heroes also has begun hosting employment forums to help spouses fine tune resumes and learn on the job skills like salary negotiations. Check out the events coming in September and see an full schedule for the year at www.hiringourheroes.com Be sure to register early, spaces fill up.

Sept. 5

Washington D.C.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/washington-dc-networking-reception-and-hiring-expo-washington-nationals-1

Sept. 11

Charlotte, N.C.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/charlotte-military-employment-expo

Sept. 17

Arlington, Texas

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/arlington-hiring-expo-texas-rangers-3

Sept. 20

Fort Belvoir, Va.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/ft-belvoir-military-spouse-hiring-event

Summer is the season of goodbyes and new beginnings as many military families PCS. It is also the season of retirement and a glimpse into the unknown.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation hosts dozens of hiring fairs for military members and their spouses around the country each month. But, the group also holds events for military families preparing to step into the civilian job force and leave the uniform behind.

The foundation has begun hosting two events that go above and beyond the call of duty. First, the free transition summit not only helps to connect veterans and spouses with employers, the day of workshops and trainings can help you get honest answers from hiring managers, craft your resume and learn to use digital mediums to find employment.

The schedule for the day at each of these events includes:

• Explore specific industries and career paths via industry workshops
• Get expert answers to your transition questions during an interactive panel with current recruiters and hiring managers
• Hear tips on creating a professional resume in less than an hour using digital tools like Resume Engine and expanding your network through LinkedIn
• Start building your professional network by connecting with local and national veteran-ready employers at a hiring fair

This event is free and is open to active duty service members, Guard and Reserve, veterans, and military spouses. 

Next, the foundation also hosts military spouse hiring receptions. Ever wonder how to kick start your networking skills? This is the place to do it.

The event description is:

Join Hiring Our Heroes and Military Corps Career Connect (C3) to learn more about the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program in partnership with C3 while building your professional network as you interact with dozens of companies at the Military Spouse Hiring Reception. Connect directly with local organizations offering six week paid fellowship opportunities as well as HR experts and hiring managers from local and national companies, hear from the C3 team about free training and certification opportunities, and engage with valuable contacts including recruiters, community leaders, local professionals, and senior military spouses. You'll also have the opportunity receive resume guidance, plus get a free professional LinkedIn profile image. 

This event is free and is open to all military, veteran, and Gold Star spouses, as well as employers and service organizations. Service members and veterans are also welcome.

The U.S. Chamber Foundation hosts as many of these events as possible in locations around the nation each month. Below find the schedule for events coming in July. For a list of all events for 2018 visit www.uschamberfoundation.org

Visit the event links to register. Most of these sessions fill quickly so grab your spot and wow the crowds. Your perfect job is waiting for you! 

July 11

Florida

Naval Air Station Pensacola Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/naval-air-station-pensacola-transition-summit

July 12

Florida

Eglin Air Force Base Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/eglin-air-force-base-transition-summit

New Jersey

Military Spouse Employment Forum, Joint Base McGuire-Dix, Lakehurst, N.J.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/military-spouse-employment-forum-joint-base-mcguire-dix-lakehurst

 

Virginia

Herndon Military Hiring Fair

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/herndon-military-hiring-fair

 

July 24

 

New Jersey

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/joint-base-mcguire-dix-lakehurst-transition-summit-1

 

July 25

 

Maryland

 

Baltimore Military Spouse Hiring Reception

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/baltimore-military-spouse-hiring-reception

 

Aug. 2

 

Maryland

National Harbor Military Spouse Hiring Reception

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/national-harbor-military-spouse-hiring-reception

 

Did you just arrive at your new duty station? Are you visiting before the big move to look at housing? Carry some freshly printed resumes with you and hit the pavement too. It’s never too early to start making connections and introducing yourself to the new neighborhood.

Click on the links below for details about each of these military spouse only hiring fairs hosted by The U.S. Chamber Foundation. Registration is required and they often fill up so don’t wait until the last minute!

June 1

Seattle, Wash.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/seattle-hiring-expo-seattle-mariners-1

June 13

Palo Alto, Calif.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/palo-alto-military-hiring-fair

June 19

Fort Jackson Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/fort-jackson-transition-summit

June 21

Fort Gordon, Ga.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/fort-gordon-transition-summit-2

Washington D.C.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/2018-military-spouse-employment-summit

July 12

Herndon, Va.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/herndon-military-hiring-fair

Spring showers bring May jobs!

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation continues to support military spouses as they search for jobs across the nation. They will host a number of job fairs around the country this month as well as several new events to help spouses meet potential employers and network.

The transition summits are a great way to help plan your move from military to civilian life. During the sessions attendees work on resume writing skills, find help building a well-crafted LinkedIn profile and participate in mock interviews.

 The AMPLIFY military spouse career intensive is a relatively new offering. The two-day exclusive event leads military spouses through intensive career preparation and development. Attendees must apply and commit to the full, two-day experience. Class sizes are kept small to insure each attendee is given individual attention.

Attendees will be given the opportunity to: work with a mentor in the industry of their choice, participate in interactive sessions on salary negotiations, networking skills, PCS strategies and starting and moving a business as a military spouse. Each attendee leaves with an improved resume, professional photos and a polished LinkedIn profile.

For details on applying and reserving your spot at any foundation event, follow the links below. Good luck!

May 16

Boston, Mass.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/boston-hiring-expo-boston-red-sox-2

May 22

Hulburt Field Transition Summit

May 24

AMPFLIFY Military Spouse Career Intensive – San Antonio

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/amplify-military-spouse-career-intensive-san-antonio

May 31

Coast Guard Base Seattle Military Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/coast-guard-base-seattle-transition-summit

Bethesda Military Spouse Hiring Reception

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/bethesda-military-spouse-hiring-reception

June 1

Seattle, Wash.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/seattle-hiring-expo-seattle-mariners-1

June 13

Palto Alto Military Hiring Fair

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/palo-alto-military-hiring-fair

 

Fire up your resumes. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is hosting more spouse only job fairs in March.

If you live in Europe, there will also be a transition summit near the end of the month to help spouses and military families tackle the task of leaving the military.

Don’t forget to dress for success and bring several copies of your resume. For a full list of job fairs the foundation hosts throughout 2018 visit, www.uschamberfoundation.org

March 7

Dover, DE

Military Spouse Employment Forum at Dover Air Force Base

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/military-spouse-employment-forum-dover-air-force-base

March 10

Detroit, Mich.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/detroit-military-hiring-fair

March 13

Tampa, Fla.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/tampa-hiring-expo-tampa-bay-lightning

March 21

Fort Bliss, Texas

Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/fort-bliss-transition-summit-2

March 26

Europe

European Theater Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/germany-transition-summit

McLean, VA.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/mclean-military-spouse-networking-event-0

March 27

Washington D.C.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/washington-dc-hiring-expo-washington-wizards-0

March 28

March 29

Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/amplify-military-spouse-career-intensive-joint-base-lewis-mcchord

The U.S Chamber of Commerce Foundation has long been a supporter of military families and veterans as they transition out of the military. Every month the foundation sponsors job fairs around the nation for military spouses.

The chamber also often sponsors planning sessions for families leaving the military and networking conferences. In February, the chamber’s calendar is especially full with spouse hiring events in every corner of the U.S.

In addition to the regular hiring fairs, the foundation will host two, Call to Action seminars, first in Virginia Beach and later in the month in San Antonio. During those events spouses will join local and national employers, service organizations, and government representatives as they highlight the local community’s commitment towards building a strong military community, share best practices in military spouse employment, and advance the narrative around supporting the 21st century military family.

Also in February the foundation will host several transition seminars. These day-long events are a strategic career planning experience designed specifically for exiting veterans and based on the nationally acclaimed veteran transition guide Down Range. Seminars are created and delivered by veterans who made the successful transition to civilian careers, and they include tactical job search skills that focus on the pathway to a civilian career as opposed to just a job.

At Fort Gordon, Ga., spouses can enjoy a Military Spouse Employment Forum and hear first hand from successful career-minded military spouses and get expert advice on growing your career, then build your professional network as you interact with dozens of companies at a free evening networking reception.

Finally, spouses, veterans and current military members are welcome to attend the American Legion 2018 Winter Conference & Career Event for free workshop sessions focused on resume building, networking, interviewing, and financial literacy, followed by a networking lunch that will feature a panel discussion on employment topics and best practices.

If you were planning to start your job search in 2018, February is a great month with lots of networking opportunities. Please remember to click on the link for the event and register. Many of these events fill up early and there is no day-of entry.  

 

Feb. 6 - 7

Fort Bragg, N.C.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/fort-bragg-military-spouse-hiring-event

 

Alameda, Calif.

Coast Guard Base Alameda Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/coast-guard-base-alameda-transition-summit

 

Feb. 7

Virginia, Beach, Va.

A Call to Action: Successfully Navigating the Military Spouse Employment Landscape

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/call-action-successfully-navigating-military-spouse-employment-landscape-0

Feb. 9

Houston, Texas

Houston Hiring Expo with the Houston Rockets

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/houston-hiring-expo-houston-rockets-2

 

Feb. 12

Fort Gordon, Ga.

Afterburner Military Transition Seminar

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/afterburner-military-transition-seminar-fort-gordon

 

Military Spouse Employment Forum at Fort Gordon

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/military-spouse-employment-forum-fort-gordon

 

Feb. 20

San Antonio, Texas

A Call to Action: Successfully Navigating the Military Spouse Employment Landscape

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/call-action-successfully-navigating-military-spouse-employment-landscape-2

 

Feb. 21

Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/joint-base-lewis-mcchord-military-spouse-hiring-event

 

Joint Base San Antonio – Lackland Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/joint-base-san-antonio-lackland-transition-summit

 

Feb. 22

 

Universal City, Texas

Joint Base San Antonio – Randolph Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/joint-base-san-antonio-randolph-transition-summit-0

 

Feb. 23

 

San Antonio, Texas

Joint Base San Antonio- Fort Sam Houston Transition Summit

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/joint-base-san-antonio-fort-sam-houston-transition-summit-0

 

Washington D.C.

American Legion 2018 Winter Conference & Career Event

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/american-legion-2018-winter-conference-career-event

 

Feb. 27

Minneapolis/ St. Paul Hiring Expo with the Minnesota Wild

https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/minneapolisst-paul-hiring-expo-minnesota-wild-1