Springfield, VA

On December 13, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and The American Legion in partnership with the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce, the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment & Training Service (DOL VETS), the Virginia Committee of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), and local chambers conducted a hiring fair for veterans, active duty military members, guard and reserve members, and military spouses at The American Legion Springfield Post 176 in Springfield, Virginia. This hiring event was a one-of a-kind FREE hiring fair. 

This hiring fair was conducted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, The American Legion Post 176, and the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce as part of a larger effort by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and The American Legion to help veterans and military spouses find meaningful employment.

This event was open only to employers who are committed to hiring our veterans and to veteran job seekers, active duty military members, guard and reserve members, and military spouses.

December 13, 2012
The American Legion Springfield Post 176
6520 Amherst Avenue
Springfield, VA 22150

Click here to view the event flyer.
Click here to view a list of employers as of 12 December.

Online Tools for Veterans and Spouses

Hiring Our Heroes has launched an online partnership with Military.com to complement our face to face hiring fair efforts across the country.  Veterans can get help writing resumes and interview tips; translating military skills, experience, and training into related civilian careers; and finding current lists of employment opportunities with military-friendly employers. Click below to get the tools you need to find your next career.