Milwaukee City Wire

A job fair dedicated to veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their spouses is scheduled for Thursday, April 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at War Memorial Hall, located at 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive. This free event offers attendees the opportunity to meet with employers, explore various career options, and participate in on-site interviews.

"VA is committed to supporting our Veterans," said Beverly Maier, who manages Milwaukee VA’s Vocational Rehabilitation/Compensated Work Therapy program. "This job fair will connect them with employers that are offering suitable jobs for civilian careers."

The job fair will feature more than 35 employers from a range of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, security, education, and finance. Maier explained, "It's a one-stop shop for job seekers. They can meet with a variety of employers who value their military skills and experience."

She also noted, "Some companies have career advancement programs and Veteran support groups. That kind of strong organizational support is more likely to contribute to job retention and stability of income."

Gerard Metoyer from the Naval Station Great Lakes TAP team highlighted the event as an excellent chance for transitioning military personnel. "Military personnel bring valuable skills and proven career success to the civilian workforce," Metoyer stated. "The participating companies make that connection and bridge the employment gap from military to civilian careers."

Attendees can access a current list of participating employers by visiting the Milwaukee VA website's event page or the related Facebook event.