Gov. Henry McMaster and more than 40 state agencies announce 2026 Veterans Virtual Career Fair

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Official release

Source material from South Carolina Governor’s Office. The wording below is the issuer’s statement.

September 9, 2026

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Administration (Admin), and the South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA) today announced the 2026 Veterans Virtual Career Fair, a free online event connecting veterans and military spouses with career opportunities at more than 40 state agencies and institutions of higher education.

The career fair will take place Thursday, September 10, from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Registration is required and available here.

“South Carolina’s Veterans have already answered the call to serve, and state government offers them another opportunity to put their leadership, discipline, and experience to work for their fellow South Carolinians,” said Gov. McMaster. “By connecting Veterans and military spouses directly with state employers, this career fair will strengthen our workforce and help ensure South Carolina remains the best place for our military community to live, work, and raise a family.”

“Veterans and military spouses bring leadership, adaptability, teamwork and technical skills that align closely with the needs of state government,” said Admin Executive Director Marcia Adams. “This career fair gives job seekers direct access to recruiters from more than 40 state agencies and institutions of higher education, and we encourage participants to register early, upload their resumes and research opportunities so they can make the most of every conversation.”

“South Carolina is proud to be a state that values the service and sacrifice of our Veterans. By hiring Veterans, we’re not just honoring their commitment to our country, we’re also tapping into a wealth of talent, skill, and leadership. The Palmetto State is committed to ensuring our Veterans have the employment resources they deserve, and we invite businesses across the state to join us in making South Carolina the welcome mat for Veterans seeking fulfilling careers.” said SCDVA Secretary Todd B. McCaffrey.

The Veterans Virtual Career Fair, the sixth statewide virtual career fair dedicated to veterans, gives job seekers the opportunity to explore careers in accounting, engineering, finance, grant management, healthcare, human resources, information technology, maintenance, security and law enforcement, and other fields.

Participants can visit virtual agency booths, share their resumes, and connect directly with recruiters and human resources representatives about current career opportunities.

Participating agencies and institutions include:

Aiken Technical College

Clemson University

Coastal Carolina University

College of Charleston

Commission for Community Advancement and Engagement

Commission for the Blind

Commission on Higher Education

Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

Department of Administration

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Department of Children's Advocacy

Department of Commerce

Department of Employment and Workforce

Department of Environmental Services

Department of Health and Human Services

Department of Juvenile Justice

Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation

Department of Motor Vehicles

Department of Natural Resources

Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services

Department of Public Safety

Department of Revenue

Department of Social Services

Department of Transportation

Department of Veterans' Affairs

Education Oversight Committee

Medical University of South Carolina

Midlands Technical College

Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum

Public Employee Benefit Authority

Public Service Commission

Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office

SC Aeronautics Commission

SC Educational Television and Public Radio

SC First Steps

SC Governor's School for Art and Humanities

SC Governor's School for Science and Math

SC Human Affairs Commission

SC Office of Resilience

SC Office of the State Treasurer

State Law Enforcement Division

Technical College of the Lowcountry

Trident Technical College

University of South Carolina

Vocational Rehabilitation Department

South Carolina held its first Veterans Virtual Career Fair in May 2021, with more than 330 veterans participating. Since January 2026, 541, or 11%, of employees hired to work in South Carolina state government self-identified as veterans.

Veterans and military spouses interested in participating in the 2026 Veterans Virtual Career Fair, Thursday, Sept. 10, can register here in advance.

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