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It’s “a day of opportunity for veterans.” That’s how organizers describe today’s Veterans Only Regional Job fair at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salem. Thirty potential employers ranging from Carilion to Virginia Tech will be on hand. This is the third year for the event, which runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is in the Auditorium (Building 5) at the Salem VAMC.

 

 

From the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center:

Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in partnership with the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) and about 30 community organizations are partnering to host the 3rd Annual Veterans Only Regional Job Fair on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, from 9a-2p. The event will be held in the Auditorium (Building 5) at the Salem VA Medical Center.

About 30 employers will be available to discuss job opportunities and offer assistance to Veterans in completing the application process. Staff will be on hand to assist with applications, resume preparation, and tips and tools to help Veterans get hired. Veterans benefits and resources information will also be available.

Some of the employers include: Adams, Advance Auto, Atlas, Boxley, Dish Network, Dynax, Frito Lay, Goodwill, Home Depot, Lawrence Transportation, Lowes, Ply-Gym, Roanoke City, RR Donnelley, Starbucks, US Foods, Salem VAMC, Virginia Tech, and Walmart.

For more information please contact (540) 982-2463, ext. 1765.