Veterans of military service often have the kind of specialized skills and security experience that defense contractors, manufacturing companies, and services companies are searching for. As today's veterans finish their tours and return to the civilian world, the companies that need their skills are seeking to attract their attention through job fairs.
On Thursday, May 5, 2011, the Military.com/NCOA Baltimore Military Career Expo will take place at the Sheraton Four Points BWI from 10 AM to 2 PM. The Expo is free for job seekers and will feature informational booths and recruiters from organizations looking to employ and educate veterans upon the completion of their military service.
The Baltimore Military Career expo is a yearly event designed to help military personnel explore the options that are offered to them at the end of their active duty service period and beyond. The event features sponsors that offer a wide variety of opportunities. Defense contractors and government service agencies will be sending recruiters to the Expo looking for retired military personnel and those who are soon to complete their service to fill jobs that have specialized requirements. Some of the available positions, especially those working with defense contractors and in government service, may require a security clearance. In addition to recruiters looking to fill jobs, other exhibitors will be on hand to provide attendees with information on the education and training programs available to veterans.
Defense contractors including Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, ManTech International, and Bartlett Nuclear will be on hand looking for new talent. Organizations such as Troops to Teachers, Helmets to Hardhats, and Military to Medicine will also be on hand at the event. Job seekers will also have the chance to explore available career opportunities with manufacturing and services firms. Johnson and Johnson, Wells Fargo, Lowes, and Waste Management will be represented. Representatives from colleges will also be present to inform attendees about their available options for continuing education.
Writer: Amy McNeal
Source: Military.com, Ensign Katherine Boeder