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OLYMPIA - The military community is invited to meet with recruiters from more than 60 private and government employers at an in-person job and resource fair.
The event is free and open to members and families in all branches of the military: active duty, National Guard, Reserves and veterans, as well as Department of Defense employees.
- What: National Hire-A-Vet Day Job & Resource Fair.
- When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 24, 2025.
- Where: Mount Tahoma High School, 4634 S. 74th St., Tacoma.
Register online.
Full-time and part-time jobs will be available. Many participating employers are YesVets members – those recognized for hiring veterans.
Community resource organizations also will attend, including job search experts from WorkSource. They will be available to help attendees improve their resumes and interviewing skills.
“This year’s National Hire-A-Vet Day in July will provide an opportunity for YesVets employers to come together with state, private and federal agencies to say ‘Yes!’ to hiring veterans and their families,” said Washington Department of Veterans Affairs Director David Puente Jr. “Recognizing employers who are committed to hiring veterans and military spouses is a continuous commitment for Washington state.”
“We’re proud to be a partner in this year’s job and resource fair,” said Employment Security Department Commissioner Cami Feek. “Employment Security’s YesVets program and WorkSource offices play critical roles to help veterans find work. The dedicated staff we’ll have on hand at this event will be ready to help connect veterans and their families with jobs.”
“The Washington State Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is proud to partner again on this year’s YesVets National Hire-A-Vet Job & Resource Fair and the vital connections it creates,” said Jane Billbe, SHRM president. “Our volunteer leaders and HR professionals are committed to helping job seekers — especially veterans and underserved communities — find meaningful employment and access resources they need to thrive. Events like this are a powerful example of what partnership and purpose-driven work can achieve.”
Registration and instructions for job seekers
- Register online in advance or at the door. Registering in advance allows you to post your resume online and schedule meetings with potential employers.
- Registration and parking are free.
- Get prepared. Practice your pitch to summarize your skills, experience and career goals. Have your resume available. You can print it for free at the fair.
- Register for the Hilton Honors Military Program if you live more than 50 miles from Mount Tahoma High School and you would like to stay in a nearby hotel. You can earn points that are good for free or reduced-price hotel stays. Learn more about Hilton Honors on the National Association of State Workforce Agencies website. Go to your closest WorkSource center to register.
Questions
Contact hannah.schoepp@esd.wa.gov for questions about registration.
For general questions about the job and resource fair, contact the Employment Security Department at hireavet@esd.wa.gov.