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YesVets National Hire‑A‑Vet Day Job & Resource Fair – July 15

The 2026 National Hire‑a‑Vet Day Job and Resource Fair and Employer of the Year Award is a statewide hiring and recognition event bringing employers, veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and community partners together for direct employment connections and public recognition of veteran‑ready workplaces.

This in‑person event is open to the public. It’s a great opportunity to meet employers, explore career pathways, and connect with veteran‑friendly organizations and resources.

This event is sponsored by YesVets, in partnership with the Employment Security Department, Washington Department of Veterans Affairs, SHRM, and the Department of Commerce.

Job Seeker Registration

If you plan to attend as a job seeker, please register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=F-LQEU4mCkCLoFfcwSfXLRRsXGf0OsZAil3BRjudhaJUNUExSTlXUURHMFNWSFJKNkRYMzdPNE5VMC4u

June 30, 2026
Veterans Security Operations (VSO) Hiring Event – August 3rd

Our apologies. We have just been notified by the employer that this event has been cancelled.

We will post when this event is rescheduled.

July 18, 2022
Veterans’ Networking and Hiring Events
WorkSource Pierce is hosting two back-to-back networking and hiring events – one virtual, one in-person!

AMVETS Job Fair

Monday, January 24th

EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!

The AMVETS Veterans Hiring Event from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. provides you with unparalleled opportunity to quickly connect face to face with a multitude of local employers! Join us and take advantage of:
- Marketing yourself to multiple local employers
- Meeting face to face with a diverse pool of local employers
- Networking with other local businesses and community organizations
Dress professionally, have an updated résumé, be prepared to engage with company representatives, and have fun.

Priority will be given to Veterans and Spouses the first hour of the event – 10:00am – 11:00am.

Virtual Job Fair & Hiring Event

Tuesday, January 25th

EMPLOYERS ARE HIRING!

WorkSource Pierce is sponsoring our inaugural virtual job fair and networking event hosted by our local Veterans Team from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.

We are excited to begin this new adventure and thrilled to have you join us for this event and many more virtual Job Fair and Networking events. Please have an updated résumé and be prepared to engage with company representatives.

Priority will be given to Veterans and Spouses the first hour of the event – 10:00am – 11:00am.

REGISTER HERE: https://app.brazenconnect.com/a/pierce-county/e/j3Oo0

**NOTE: Internet Explorer is not supported. Please use another internet browser such as Chrome or Edge.

Event Details:

AMVETS In-Person event

AMVETS Post 1
5717 South Tyler St.
Tacoma, WA 98409

Monday, January 24th

10am – 4pm

Virtual Job Fair & Hiring Event

WebEx Online Event

Tuesday, January 25th

10am – 2pm
January 18, 2022
Veterans’ Networking and Hiring Event – November 9th

EMPLOYERS ARE HIRING!

WorkSource Pierce is sponsoring our inaugural virtual job fair and networking event hosted by our local Veterans Team from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.

We are excited to begin this new adventure and thrilled to have you join us for this event and many more virtual Job Fair and Networking events. Please have an updated résumé and be prepared to engage with company representatives.

Priority will be given to Veterans and Spouse the first hour of the event – 10:00am – 11:00am.

Register here: https://app.brazenconnect.com/a/pierce-county/e/e68DW

**NOTE: Internet Explorer is not supported. Please use another internet browser such as Chrome or Edge .

November 2, 2021
Veterans’ Networking and Hiring Events
WorkSource Pierce is hosting two back-to-back networking and hiring events – one virtual, one in-person!

AMVETS Job Fair

Monday, November 8th

EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!

The AMVETS Veterans Hiring Event from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. provides you with unparalleled opportunity to quickly connect face to face with a multitude of local employers! Join us and take advantage of:
- Marketing yourself to multiple local employers
- Meeting face to face with a diverse pool of local employers
- Networking with other local businesses and community organizations
Dress professionally, have an updated résumé, be prepared to engage with company representatives, and have fun.

Priority will be given to Veterans and Spouses the first hour of the event – 10:00am – 11:00am.

Virtual Job Fair & Hiring Event

Tuesday, November 9th

EMPLOYERS ARE HIRING!

WorkSource Pierce is sponsoring our inaugural virtual job fair and networking event hosted by our local Veterans Team from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.

We are excited to begin this new adventure and thrilled to have you join us for this event and many more virtual Job Fair and Networking events. Please have an updated résumé and be prepared to engage with company representatives.

Priority will be given to Veterans and Spouses the first hour of the event – 10:00am – 11:00am.

REGISTER HERE: https://app.brazenconnect.com/a/pierce-county/e/e68DW

**NOTE: Internet Explorer is not supported. Please use another internet browser such as Chrome or Edge.

Event Details:

AMVETS In-Person event

AMVETS Post 1
5717 South Tyler St.
Tacoma, WA 98409

Monday, November 8th

10am – 4pm

Virtual Job Fair & Hiring Event

WebEx Online Event

Tuesday, November 9th

10am – 2pm
October 19, 2021
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT EVENT – How to Work a Virtual Military-Friendly Job Fair
Since 1994, Corporate Gray has helped military personnel and spouses find jobs posted by hundreds of military-friendly companies nationwide. Come to this event and learn how! Special Guest employers, including Lockheed Martin!

WHY ATTEND THIS EVENT:
- Learn how to successfully navigate virtual job fairs
- See a demonstration of one of the largest job fairs in the country, filled with Military-Preference employers
- Find out how to get your own FREE Military Transition Guide!
Pre-register for the Event by emailing your Resume to jcapella@esd.wa.gov.

Instructions to attend the Event via WebEx:

** Download WEBEX App onto your Computer or Smart Phone/Tablet – www.webex.com

**OR Join from the meeting link:

https://esdtest.webex.com/esdtest/j.php?MTID=m88732d1caef0d22b36864e513f9da544

MEETING NUMBER (ACCESS CODE): 187 396 5593
MEETING PASSWORD: TwaktNUD628

Instructions to attend by Phone:

** Call +1-404-397-1516 (US Toll)
or +1-877-309-3457 (US Toll Free)

This HIRING EVENT is FREE and AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE.

**Veterans are encouraged to attend the Event.**

We also encourage you to create a profile on www.WorkSourceWA.com which will allow you to easily apply for these and many other jobs.
April 6, 2021
ANNOUNCEMENT: Veterans Innovations Program

Did you deploy in support of the Global War on Terror? Have you earned an Iraq Campaign, Afghanistan Campaign, or Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal and have a honorable discharge? Are you experiencing a financial hardship?

We are here to help.

Supportive Services include housing, utilities, or other needs related payments necessary to enable an individual to resolve crisis situations, enter education or employment, and/or retain employment.

For an application click here: https://www.dva.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2020-02/VIP%20Application%20for%20Website.pdf

For more information please contact: WorkSource Pierce at (253) 593-7300 or E-mail: WSPierce@esd.wa.gov

November 20, 2020