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The Virginia Peninsula Chamber will host the 2025 Military/Business Career Fair on May 20, 2025, at the Newport News Marriott. The event aims to connect job seekers, particularly those with military connections, to over 80 companies. Open to the public, attendees are urged to dress in business attire and prepare resumes. Pre-registration is suggested. Companies can also explore exhibit and sponsorship opportunities through the Chamber.
Newport News, VA – The Virginia Peninsula Chamber will host the 2025 Military/Business Career Fair on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Newport News Marriott at City Center, located at 740 Town Center Drive. This annual event aims to connect employers with potential employees and will welcome approximately 80 companies from the mid-Atlantic region.
ITA International is the Presenting Sponsor for this year’s Career Fair. The event will be open to the public, with a particular focus on providing new job opportunities to individuals with military connections, including transitioning service members, retired military members, reservists, and DOD civilians. These groups represent a vital source of talent, equipped with unique skills and extensive training.
While the fair previously allocated specific time slots for those with military backgrounds, this year has been expanded to allow all serious job seekers access to the event. Attendance is free for potential employees, and job seekers are encouraged to dress in business attire and bring prepared resumes. Although walk-ins are welcome, pre-registration is suggested to streamline the check-in process, which can be completed online at this link.
In addition to job seekers, the Virginia Peninsula Chamber is offering exhibit and sponsorship opportunities. Companies wishing to secure a booth or sponsor the Career Fair can do so through the Chamber’s website. Interested parties can acquire more information by contacting Allie Carson via email or phone.
The Virginia Peninsula Chamber (VPC) serves multiple areas, including Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson, James City County, and York County. The Chamber is a business association consisting of over 1,000 members, committed to endorsing pro-business and pro-Peninsula public policy. The VPC organizes various programs focusing on educational and leadership development, such as the annual State of the City Series.
The Chamber’s physical office is located at 11850 Merchant’s Walk in Newport News, where inquiries can be directed at 757-262-2000 or via email to [email protected]. Additional details can also be found on their website, www.vapeninsulachamber.com.
The 2025 Military/Business Career Fair represents a vital opportunity for job seekers and businesses alike, aiming to bolster employment opportunities within the Virginia Peninsula community.
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Additional Resources
- Military News: Virginia Peninsula Chamber Holds 2025 Military Business Career Fair
- 13 News Now: 2025 Military Business Career Fair in Newport News
- WTKR: Newport News Kicks Off 2nd Year of Its Youth Career Program
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Career Fair
- Google News: Military Career Fair
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