A job fair for veterans and their spouses was held in East Hartford Wednesday and more than 100 employers took part it in.
The Heroes 4 Hire Veterans Career Fair was held today at the Rentschler Field ballroom from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
“This is our 14th year holding the Heroes 4 Hire Veterans Career Fair, and all indications are that this year’s event, with 100-plus companies and service organizations already signed up, will be one of the largest yet,” State Labor Commissioner Scott Jackson said in a statement. “Attendees and their spouses will be able to meet with a wide range of companies, service providers and educational institutions regarding employment opportunities and programs that serve veterans. Admission is free, and there is plenty of parking.”
The companies taking part included Albertus Magnus, Foxwoods General Dynamics – Electric Boat Mohegan Sun, Pratt and Whitney Stanley Black and Decker, Tilcon, USPS, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Yarde Metals. See the full list here.
Organizers said around 30 veterans landed jobs during the job fair last year and they are hoping even more will this year.
