Veteran Career Services is excited to share our upcoming events, 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.
OVMA Resume Book
Date: Deadline – September 27, 2026
Open to: Student veterans and military-community
Register: Handshake »
Description: Are you a veteran or a currently serving student attending Syracuse University? Veteran Career Services invites you to submit your resume for inclusion in our exclusive Resume Book for Veterans and Currently Serving Students. This resource will be distributed to over 800 employer contacts who seek to hire veterans and currently serving students.
WRP – Workforce Recruitment Program
Date: Deadline – October 4, 2026
Open to: Student veterans and military-community
Website: Explore»
Description: Connects students with internships and long-term federal/private sector roles.
Student Veteran & Employer Networking Reception
Location: Club 44 @ JMA Wireless Arena
Date: Wednesday, September 30th – 6:30 PM-8:30 PM EDT
Open to: Students
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Description: An exclusive event for Syracuse University Student Veterans and Veteran Career Services Employer Partners. This exciting event engages Syracuse University student veterans and employers for networking, career exploration, and job and internship opportunities.
Immersion Trip
Location: Atlanta
Date: October 21-24
Open to: Students
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Description: Military-connected students an exclusive opportunity to explore career possibilities, connect with leading employers, and experience Atlanta’s professional community. OVMA will select 8–10 students to participate in the Atlanta Career Immersion Trip.
Career Connections – Visa
Location: Virtual
Open to: Student Veterans, ROTC, military-connected
Application Runs: Friday, September 25th – 3:30pm
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Description: Featuring Maegan Brown, Program Manager, Military Talent Program | Global Technology Talent Acquisition, this session will introduce students to career opportunities at Visa and provide insight into military talent recruitment, technology career pathways, internships, and the hiring process. Students will learn how to position their military experience and transferable skills for opportunities within a global organization.
Career Connections – Proximo
Location: Virtual
Open to: Student Veterans, ROTC, military-connected
Application Runs: Friday, October 2nd – 3:30pm
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Description: Featuring Dan Savage, Co-Founder and CEO of Proximo, this session will help students think beyond military job titles and better understand how their experiences, skills, and capabilities can translate into civilian careers. Students will also explore how AI and emerging career-development tools can help identify new career possibilities and navigate career transitions.
Career Connections – Bloomberg
Location: Virtual
Open to: Student Veterans, ROTC, military-connected
Application Runs: Friday, October 9th – 3:30pm
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Description: Featuring Shadoe Genesis Tarver, Workforce Strategic Partnerships & Programs, this session will introduce students to the breadth of career opportunities available at Bloomberg beyond traditional finance roles. Students will explore pathways across technology, data, research, client services, business functions, and other areas while gaining insight into Bloomberg’s recruiting process and engagement with military-connected talent.
Career Connections – Ernst & Young, LLP
Location: Virtual
Open to: Student Veterans, ROTC, military-connected
Application Runs: Friday, October 30th – 3:30pm
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Description: Featuring Ron DeSilva, this session will provide students with insight into career and internship opportunities at EY and the broader professional services industry. Students will learn how military leadership, technical expertise, and transferable skills can translate into careers in areas such as consulting, technology, cybersecurity, risk, and other business functions.
Career Connections – Cisco Networking Academy (IVMF)
Location: Virtual
Open to: Student Veterans, ROTC, military-connected
Application Runs: Friday, November 6th – 3:30pm
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Description: Featuring Bryan Radliff, Program Manager, Education and Training, this session will introduce students to Cisco Networking Academy courses and training opportunities available to Syracuse University’s veteran and military-connected community. Students will learn about skill-building opportunities in cybersecurity, networking, AI, programming, Linux, data, and other technology areas, including pathways that can support industry certifications and career advancement.
Spring Student Veteran Networking Reception
Location: National Veteran Resource Center
Open to: Student Veterans
Application Runs: February 1st – 6:30pm – 8:30pm
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Description: Get to know companies that understand the essential skills of the military. Connect with employers who are actively seeking to recruit and hire veterans for the value they bring to the civilian sector. Build your network and connect with industry leaders to leverage your career goals.
OVMA Undergrad Internship Award Application
Open to: Student Veterans, ROTC cadets, military-connected
Application Runs: May 31st
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Description: Supports housing, transportation, childcare, and food during internships
OVMA Graduate Internship Award Application
Open to: Student Veterans, ROTC cadets, military-connected
Application Runs: May 31st
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Description: Supports housing, transportation, childcare, and food during internships
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.