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Upcoming E2I / OWF Events

     
          

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September
2026
       

Hiring Our Heroes: Joint Base Lewis-McChord Career Summit 

Type: In-Person; American Lake Conference Center, WA

This two-day summit provides practical transition training, professional networking, and direct face-to-face engagement with military-ready employers hiring across diverse industries. Attendees should bring updated resumes and be prepared for on-the-spot networking and interview opportunities.!

Learn more here.
For more details, email Region 9 Coordinator Ron Metternich
                                                         
   
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September
2026
       

Pikes Peak Workforce Center - First Wednesday Job Fair

Type: In-Person; Citizens Service Center - Colorado Springs, CO
 
The Pikes Peak Workforce Center (PPWFC) is hosting upcoming hiring events at the Citizens Service Center, located at 1675 Garden of the Gods Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Designed for transitioning service members, wounded warriors, veterans, military spouses, and general job seekers, these events connect candidates directly with actively hiring regional employers. 

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

 
 
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September
2026
       

Coast Guard National Ombudsman & Chaplain Resource Fair

Type: In-Person; U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters - Washington, D.C.
 

The Coast Guard National Ombudsman & Chaplain Resource Fair is an in-person event held at U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, D.C., connecting personnel and families with support services.

For more details, email Region 2 Coordinators Martin Del Rio (E2I) & Ray Esteves (OWF)
   
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September
2026
       

Fort Carson Career Summit & Peterson SFB Networking Reception

Type: In-Person; Colorado Springs, CO
 
This two-day Career Summit connects wounded warriors, transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses in Colorado Springs and Fort Carson directly with hiring employers. The event features specialized transition and spouse workshops, an evening networking reception, and an in-person hiring fair with local, regional, and national organizations. Bring updated resumes and be prepared for on-the-spot interviews.

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

Corporate Gray Virtual Military Friendly Job Fair 

Type: Virtual
 The Corporate Gray Virtual Job Fair connects military-experienced candidates nationwide with leading employers via text and video chat. U.S. Citizenship and a security clearance (cleared/clearable) are required by most participating employers.


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

                                                           
   
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September
2026
       

Marine Corps Base - Quantico Career Fair

Type: In-Person; Clubs at Quantico - Quantico, VA
 
The MCCS Quantico Transition Readiness Program is hosting the "From Service to Success" Career & Job Fair. Open to all wounded warriors, transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses, this in-person event connects candidates directly with leading regional and national employers and DoD SkillBridge representatives. Attendees can also take advantage of free professional headshots and on-site career assistance, including resume reviews and interview preparation. No advance registration is required; attendees are encouraged to dress professionally and bring multiple copies of their resume 

Learn more here.
For more details, email Region 2 Coordinator Ray Esteves (OWF)

                                                           
   
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September
2026
       

Eastern Region Virtual Career Fair

Type: Virtual
 
This free virtual event is open to transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses who are actively seeking employment opportunities. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with employers from across the country who are actively recruiting for positions in a wide range of industries and career fields. Attendees can explore participating organizations, learn about available career opportunities, and engage directly with company representatives through one-on-one virtual conversations.

Learn more here.
For more details, email Region 3 Coordinator Marq McLeod

                                                           
   
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September
2026
       

E2I and OWF Briefing

Type: In-Person; Fort Bragg, NC
 
Employment Education Initiative (E2I) and Operation Warfighter (OWF) operates with the goal of engaging recovering service members (RSMs) early in their recovery process to identify the skills they have, career internships and opportunities that match those skills, and any additional skills they will need to be successful and participate in desired educational and/or employment opportunities. 

For more details, email Region 3 Coordinator Marq McLeod

                                                           
   
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September
2026
       

Hiring Our Heroes Virtual Hiring Fair: Security Clearance Jobs

Type: Virtual
 
Connect with employers at this virtual hiring fair focused on opportunities requiring active security clearances! Employers are looking for talent from the military community and hiring now for thousands of open positions. Whether you're looking for work now or exploring future possibilities, representatives are ready to meet you and answer your questions. 

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

                                                           
   
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October
2026
       

Army Community Service (ACS) Fall Job Fair

Type: In-Person; Citizens Service Center - Colorado Springs, CO
 
Join the DFMWR/ACS Employment Readiness team for this upcoming Fall Job Fair! Whether you are seeking new career opportunities, looking to network, or gathering employment resources, this event is designed to connect talented candidates directly with hiring organizations.

Learn more here.
For more details, email Region 7 Coordinator James Gibson (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