The Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit at Wright-Patterson AFB is a premier veterans job fair and career development event taking place on April 23, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the prestigious Hope Hotel & Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center located on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio. This dynamic veterans employment event connects transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and caregivers with over 40 leading employers eager to hire from America's talented military talent pool.
Organized by Hiring Our Heroes (HOH), a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, this on-base career summit provides a uniquely comfortable and accessible environment for military community members to explore meaningful civilian career opportunities. Transitioning service members benefit greatly from the on-base venue, which allows them to attend during duty hours with command support and without the barriers often associated with off-base events.
The career summit features multiple elements designed to maximize employment outcomes for veteran job seekers. Employer booths represent diverse industries including defense contracting, technology, healthcare, finance, logistics, manufacturing, and government sectors — all actively seeking to hire veterans who bring disciplined work ethic, leadership skills, and specialized technical expertise to their organizations.
Beyond the main hiring fair floor, attendees will have access to professional development workshops covering resume writing for civilian audiences, interview preparation, LinkedIn optimization, salary negotiation, and benefits navigation. HOH career coaches will be available for one-on-one consultations throughout the day, offering personalized guidance tailored to each veteran's unique background and career goals.
Military spouses — a frequently overlooked segment of the military community facing significant employment challenges — will find dedicated resources and employers specifically committed to spouse hiring initiatives. This inclusive approach reflects HOH's comprehensive mission to serve the entire military community.
Wright-Patterson AFB's location in the Dayton, Ohio region provides access to a robust aerospace and defense industry cluster, offering exceptional career opportunities aligned with many service members' technical military occupational specialties. Registration is free for all military community members. Professional business attire is recommended. Bring multiple copies of your resume and come prepared to make lasting career connections at this premier first responders and veterans career event.
