The Hunter for Technicians & Leaders - August 2016

In This Issue

Hiring Conference vs. Job Fair

Top Growing Industries Hiring Veterans

Exclusive Opportunities for Orion's Transitioning and Former NCOs and Enlisted Technicians

According to Your Peers

Military Professionals Webinar Series

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

Career Transition Planning and Base Visits

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Companies Recently Hiring

Connect with Orion Online

Hiring Conference vs. Job Fair

While a Military Hiring Conference and a Veteran Job Fair may seem synonymous, they are very different.

Job fairs for veterans, or veteran career fairs, are usually hosted by a major organization, such as a city's Chamber of Commerce or military base. Most often set up in the form of different booths, they feature a number of different companies from a variety of industries. Potential employees participating in the job fair visit the different companies' booths, dropping off their resume for increased visibility on open positions. While job fairs have helped many veterans find a career, it is a more anonymous and less targeted way to go about it. There is no interview involved and the company representatives collecting the resumes typically do not have the knowledge about the positions or time to discuss specifics with potentially qualified candidates.

A Military Hiring Conference is not a Job Fair. Attendance is by invitation only. Interviewing candidates have individual interviews with hiring managers who are committed to hiring for specific positions. Orion focuses on corporations that value the unique skills and experiences of the military service member, and often the interviewers are Orion Alumni. A Hiring Conference is the best opportunity to interview with several companies committed to the hiring process in just two days. As with all of Orion's services, there is no fee of any kind for our job seekers to attend an Orion Hiring Conference.

Adam Gray, a former Army Intel Officer now working in Sales for Lutron, recalls his experience at an Orion Hiring Conference, "It was an amazing experience. Orion directly matched me up with my top five companies, and I was able to interview with all of them that day. You skip through several pre-interview steps like cold calling the HR department, and you know each company is interested in learning about you. The companies are also looking to fill multiple positions, so there is a relaxed, cooperative environment with your peers. First class, first rate event; if you are on the fence, you should definitely go."

Our alumni agree that an Orion Hiring Conference is the best way to find a career. In fact, of the alumni who completed our recent Military Transition Survey, 71% of Hiring Conference attendees ranked the Hiring Conference as "very effective." Compared to the only 7% of alumni who indicated a Job Fair was "very effective", it is evident that for veterans looking for a job after the military, an Orion International Hiring Conference is a great way to interview with multiple companies and positions in one location, increasing the chances of an offer sooner than expected.

Click here to see a schedule of Orion Hiring Conferences.

Top Growing Industries Hiring Veterans

For American military veterans looking to transition into the civilian world, the job search can be tough. With so many jobs across numerous industries, finding a good starting point can be the hardest task.

There are certain industries that are particularly good at utilizing military skill sets and can ease the transition back into the civilian workplace. Check out a few of the top growing industries hiring veterans according to Veterans United on our blog.  

For more transition advice visit our Transition Center and contact an Orion recruiter in your area today to discuss available positions in these industries.

Exclusive Opportunities for Orion's Transitioning and Former NCOs and Enlisted Technicians

Each of these companies are specifically seeking Military Professionals and Veterans for open career opportunities. Click on the logo to learn more about each company and positions for which we are currently hiring.

To learn more about these careers and see even more opportunities, please visit our Featured Jobs page.

According to Your Peers

"I was a Sergeant in the Marine Corps as a squad leader. Since the first minute I started working with Orion my every concern and question I had was answered immediately. 

I am now a Production Supervisor in a concrete production plant with Oldcastle. Small unit leadership is a vital trait that stuck with me from the military to this role. My job is to make sure products are made correctly and efficiently while staying safe. This mentality is the exact same as it was when I was in combat scenarios overseas ensuring the mission was complete with minimal hiccups and everyone came home safe and whole.

Orion did absolutely amazing with meeting my needs and ensuring everything was taken care of that needed to be. Orion is Bar None and is in a class of their own in regards to their competition. I have been to all types of hiring events and military related fairs. All of those were just someone with a smile and pamphlet. Instead, Orion is like family, everyone involved fought the fight and knows what everyone is going through.

Not many people out there understand what it's like to have Marine combat experience and how that can help in the job world, and Orion recruiters understand that. Thank you Orion for showing me the door to my career." - Jon Coberg, Production Supervisor

"Orion did a wonderful job for me. I would highly recommend Orion to any service member about to transition. I had three interviews and received a job offer 15 minutes after my last interview. Orion absolutely met my needs and more!" -  Quentin Ellenberger, Field Service Technician

"I had multiple goals set for myself prior to my separation from the military. I wanted to move close to where I was born and raised in New Hampshire, to have a challenging and rewarding career, and to love what I am doing. It is because of Orion and their extensive efforts that I have been given this incredible opportunity with Belimed as a Field Service Technician. I would personally like to thank all my recruiters at Orion for what you have done for me!" - Nathan Clark, Field Service Technician

Read more testimonials from your fellow Military Technicians and Leaders here.

Military Professionals Webinar Series

Whether you have two years or two weeks before your transition from Active Duty, there are many steps you can take prior to your separation date that will position you for success as you prepare to transition into the civilian workforce.

Orion invites you to begin planning for your transition by attending our webinar series. We offer webinars on a variety of topics all designed to help you get started on the first steps in preparing for your transition.

In addition, we'd like to invite you to register for our upcoming webinars:

LinkedIn for Military Professionals

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

If you will be separating from the military and preparing to begin your civilian career within the next 90 days, be sure to attend one of our hiring conferences. After a full day of preparation, you'll interview with hiring managers for only those positions that are a match with your needs and preferences.

Click on any of the conference dates to request more information on the conference you'd like to attend!

Northeast

Hampton, VA August 7-8

Philadelphia, PA August 28-29

Norfolk, VA September 25-26

Midwest

Chicago, IL August 28-29

West

Seattle, WA August 4-5

San Diego, CA August 28-29

Portland, OR September 15-16

South Central

Dallas, TX August 4-5

Denver, CO August 25-26

Houston, TX September 18-19

Southeast

Jacksonville, FL August 22-23

Raleigh, NC September 12-13

Career Transition Planning and Base Visits

When our Recruiters visit a location near you, it's a chance to get a jump start on your career search, regardless of your ETS date. Our Recruiters will discuss your goals and preferences with you and present a realistic picture of what to expect in your search. You'll get resume advice, interview preparation tips, and much more! Click here or on any of the base visits to receive more information about the base visit you are interested in attending.

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Did you know that Orion candidates have earned $29,500 in referral bonuses in 2016?

For every job seeker you refer to us who is subsequently placed by Orion, we will give you a $100 gift card to a retailer of your choice!

It's simple - just click here to refer a friend. 30 seconds of your time could be $100 in your pocket!

Companies Recently Hiring

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