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Attendees at the North Carolina Defense Summit (NCDS) were invited to attend a hiring event hosted by North Carolina for Military Employment (NC4ME). A variety of employers from around the state were present to share open career opportunities. Veterans were able to learn more about the companies and application processes.NC4ME hosts a Military Employment Summit where strategic leaders, HR professionals and recruiters from employers come together to discuss best practices for attracting military veteran talent.Learn more about NC4ME at NC4ME.org.
Panelists at the North Carolina Defense Summit provided conversation surrounding best practices for military/defense research and innovation. They shared that leveraging partnerships between military and state capabilities presents a unique avenue to enhance defense operations. Embracing these partnerships offers a myriad of opportunities, including improving the quality of life, promoting military spouse employment, advancing robotics, and forming collaborations with industry, the community, NC-DOT, and DPW.
This Thanksgiving, we take a moment to remember the brave men and women stationed around the world, ensuring our safety and freedom. Their dedication often means holidays spent far from home and loved ones. To our military members and their families, your sacrifices do not go unnoticed.Wishing everyone a peaceful and heartfelt Thanksgiving.*U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Scott Jenkins
Today the United States Marine Corps marks its 248th anniversary, a testament to its storied history and the unwavering dedication of its members. Since its inception in 1775, the Marine Corps has played a pivotal role in shaping the course of American military history. Today, its legacy continues with over 42,000 active-duty Marines stationed in North Carolina alone.
With the fourth largest active-duty military population, a healthy defense sector, and trusted partnerships among DoD, industry, and academic communities, North Carolina continues to attract collaborators across the nation.Welcome to North Carolina - the Frontline of the Future!*U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leighton Lucero
The North Carolina Defense Summit (NCDS) included panels focused on a variety of topics. The Military Best Practices panel provided examples of what the Seymour-Johnson Air Force Base (SJAFB) Military & Family Readiness Center (M&FRC) offers. Examples of resources provided include a series of workshops aimed at enhancing employment opportunities for military spouses and transitioning service members, with a focus on federal resume workshops. This is complemented by Wayne Community College Business Center's emphasis on industry-specific resume and interview training.
Cherry Point is a Marine Corps Air Station and Naval Air Depot with more than 7,200 active-duty military members of the Marines and the Navy and 3,700 civilian contract employees.Learn more about the military in North Carolina at OurNCMilitary.com.
The National Day of the Deployed is observed annually on October 26th in the United States to honor the brave men and women who have been deployed in service to their country. The day was first observed in 2006 in North Dakota, and it has since spread across the nation as a time to recognize and appreciate the sacrifices made by military service members who are away from home, fulfilling their duties. Families, friends, and communities come together on this day to send care packages, hold ceremonies, and participate in other acts of support and gratitude.
Soldiers from a specialized artillery unit in the U.S. Army, part of the 82nd Airborne Division, attached a large artillery gun called an M777 Howitzer to a CH-47 Chinook helicopter during training exercise Fireball. This took place at Fort Liberty in North Carolina on August 22, 2023. The purpose of Fireball is to test and confirm the soldiers' readiness and effectiveness in their roles.*U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Lilliana Magoon
The United States Navy celebrates its 248th birthday today, marking nearly two and a half centuries of maritime service and defense of American interests both at home and abroad. Established by the Continental Congress in 1775, the U.S. Navy has evolved into one of the world's most formidable naval forces.