Veteran Career Services is excited to share our upcoming events for Spring 2026, featuring career development opportunities, networking events, and recruitment programs for our student veterans, currently serving military members, ROTC students, and the broader military-connected community.
Student Veteran & Employer Networking Reception –Powered by Visions FCU
Network in a relaxed setting with employers, alumni, and peers for internship and job opportunities.
Date: Mon, Feb 2
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm,
Location: BGH, NVRC
Registration: https://syr.joinhandshake.com/edu/career_fairs/63217
OVMA Dine Like a Pro: Etiquette Dinner
This interactive dinner is more than just a meal—it’s your backstage pass to mastering the art of professional dining and networking.
Date: Tue, Feb 3
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: BGH NVRC
Registration: https://syr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1877469
Resume Submission: Veteran Career Services Resume Book
Share your resume with 800+ vetted employers hiring military talent.
Deadline: Sun, Feb 1
Application: https://syr.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/10529795
OVMA Internship Award Application
Location: Nationwide – Supports Summer Internships
Open to: Military-connected students participating in unpaid or low-paid summer internships
Application Runs: Aug 26 – May 31
Award: $5,000 to help cover lodging, transportation, childcare, and food costs
Undergraduate Internship Award – To Apply: Apply via Handshake »
Graduate Internship Award – To Apply: Apply via Handshake »
Description: Provides critical financial support so students can fully pursue career-building internship opportunities without barriers.
OVMA Connect
Open to: Military-connected students seeking alumni connections
To Join: OVMA Connect »
Description: Engage in “flash mentoring” sessions with Syracuse University alumni. These one-time meetings offer career advice, informational interviews, and valuable networking opportunities tailored to your career goals.
Have questions?
Reach out to Veteran Career Services at vetcareer@syr.edu, schedule an appointment via Handshake, or stop by our office at the National Veterans Resource Center.