Jan. 31: Virtual Federal Job Expo for Military Spouses

January 25, 2024
Congress/DoD | Military Families | On Base

The DOD Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program and the USDA Military Spouse Association are co-hosting a virtual career expo for military spouses interested in federal employment, according to a press release.

The Federal Interagency Military Spouse Career Expo is taking place Jan. 31 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time.

“Military spouses bring a strong work ethic, talent and versatility to the workplace,” said Amy Rodick, director of the DOD Office of Military Family Readiness Policy. “The entire nation benefits when military spouses can pursue a career and can help provide for their families.”

Military spouses can read more about the event and register at the event website.

Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro

January 25, 2024
Congress/DoD | Military Families | On Base

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