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Upcoming E2I / OWF Events

     
          
 
5-7
May
2026
       

Military & Veterans Employment Expo

Type: In-person; Pikes Peak Workforce Center - Colorado Springs, CO

This event connects transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, National Guard and Reserve members, and the general public directly with hiring managers and recruiters from dozens of employers. Attendees will have the opportunity to network, explore career options, and interview for open positions across various industries.

Learn more here.
For more details, email Region 8 Naomi Dowsett (E2I)
                                                         
   
6
May
2026
       

E2I and OWF IDES Brief  

Type: Virtual
 
Learn about the E2I/OWF programs. This session provides newly enrolled recovering Service members (RSMs) with resources, federal internship opportunities, and career and educational support to assist in their journey. 

For more details, email Region 3 Antionette Watson (E2I/OWF)

 
 
6
May
2026
       

E2I and OWF IDES Brief  

Type: In-person; Fort Jackson - Columbia, SC
 
Learn about the E2I/OWF programs. This session provides newly enrolled recovering Service members (RSMs) with resources, federal internship opportunities, and career and educational support to assist in their journey. 

For more details, email Region 3 Marq McLeod (E2I/OWF)
   
6
May
2026
       

E2I IDES Brief  

Type: In-person; Soldier Family Assistance Center - Fort Hood, TX
 
Learn about the E2I program. This session provides newly enrolled recovering Service members (RSMs) with resources, opportunities, and career and educational support to assist in their journey. 

For more details, email Region 5 William "Bill" May (E2I)
 
       
6
May
2026
       

Federal New Network: Reimaging the Veteran Experience

Type: Virtual
 
 A smarter, simpler VA: Reimagining the veteran experience. During this session, attendees will learn how the VA applies human-centered design principles and social media engagement strategies to better connect with veterans where they are — whether through digital platforms or traditional channels.

Register here.
For more details, email Region 3 Ray Esteves (OWF)
7
May
2026
       

Job Fair at Fort Bragg

Type: In-person; Iron Mike Conference & Catering Center - Fort Bragg, NC

A RecruitMilitary Job Fair is an event where job seekers with military experience can meet with recruiters from local and national companies. These events are free for U.S veterans, military spouses, transitioning military, and members of the Guard and Reserve.

Register here.
For more details, email Region 3 Antionette Watson (E2I/OWF)
   
11
May
2026
       

E2I and OWF IDES Brief  

Type: Virtual
 
Learn about the E2I/OWF programs. This session provides newly enrolled recovering Service members (RSMs) with resources, federal internship opportunities, and career and educational support to assist in their journey. 

For more details, email Region 2 Martin Del Rio (E2I)

   
12
May
2026
       

OWF IDES Brief  

Type: Virtual
 
Learn about the OWF program. This session provides newly enrolled recovering Service members (RSMs) with resources, federal internship opportunities, and career and educational support to assist in their journey. 

For more details, email Region 2 Ray Esteves (OWF)

   
13
May
2026
       

E2I IDES Brief  

Type: Virtual
 
Learn about the E2I program. This session provides newly enrolled recovering Service members (RSMs) with resources, federal internship opportunities, and career and educational support to assist in their journey. 

For more details, email Region 3 Marq McLeod (E2I/OWF)

   
13
May
2026
       

Hiring Our Heroes (HOH) Virtual Hiring Fair: Energy Industry 

Type: Virtual
 
Register now for this virtual hiring event focused on employment opportunities in the energy industry! Employers are looking for talent from the military community and hiring for hundreds of open positions. This event is open to transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, dependent military children, and military caregivers.

Register here.
For more details, email Region 3 Antionette Watson (E2I/OWF)

   
19
May
2026
       

RecruitMilitary National Virtual Career Fair

Type: Virtual
 
A RecruitMilitary Job Fair is a career-focused event where job seekers with military experience connect with recruiters from local and national companies. These events are free for U.S. veterans, military spouses, transitioning service members, and members of the Guard and Reserve.

Register here.
For more details, email Region 3 Antionette Watson (E2I/OWF) & Marq McLeod (E2I/OWF)

 
20
May
2026
       

Texas Veteran Commission (TVC) Veteran Job Fair 

Type: In-person; San Marcos Public Library - San Marcos, TX

Transitioning Servicemembers and Veterans and spouses are invited to attend and reminded to bring copies of your resume, dress professionally, come early, and be prepared to sell your top-notch skills to your next employer.

For more details, email Region 6 Lance Dowd (E2I)
   
20
May
2026
       

E2I and OWF IDES Brief  

Type: Virtual
 
Learn about the E2I/OWF programs. This session provides newly enrolled recovering Service members (RSMs) with resources, federal internship opportunities, and career and educational support to assist in their journey. 

For more details, email Region 3 Antionette Watson (E2I/OWF)

   
25
May
2026
       

E2I and OWF IDES Brief  

Type: Virtual
 
Learn about the E2I/OWF programs. This session provides newly enrolled recovering Service members (RSMs) with resources, federal internship opportunities, and career and educational support to assist in their journey. 

For more details, email Region 2 Martin Del Rio (E2I)

   
26
May
2026
       

2026 National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Annual Conference

Type: In-person; The Washington Hilton - Washington, D.C.
 

The 2026 NCHV Annual Conference will take place Wednesday, May 27 through Friday, May 29, 2026. The Annual Conference brings together service providers, federal partners, advocates, researchers, and other stakeholders from across the country for several days of learning, collaboration, and information sharing focused on advancing solutions to end veteran homelessness. Don’t miss out on the largest gathering of community-based service providers and other stakeholders committed to ending veteran homelessness.

 
Learn more here.
For more details, email Region 2 Martin Del Rio (E2I)

Education & Employment Initiative (E2I) &
Operation Warfighter (OWF)
Regional Coordinator Map

Warrior Care's E2I/OWF Regional Coordinators (RC) support recovering Service members (RSMs) by connecting them to local education and employment opportunities. Located across 10 regions, each coordinator works with military and community partners to guide RSMs through career planning, internships, and transition resources. 
 
Use the RC map to find your region's coordinator and get connected with support tailored to your recovery goals. 

Education & Employment Initiative (E2I) &
Operation Warfighter (OWF) Regional Coordinators

Region 1 - Northeast
Region 2 - Mid-Atlantic
Region 3 - Southeast
Region 4 - South
Region 5 - Central
Region 6 - South Central
Region 7 - Midwest
Region 8 - Mountain
Region 9 - Northwest
Region 10 - West