Veteran's Academy - Winter 2026

A fast, in-person, hands-on AI learning sprint for veterans and transitioning service members.

What is the Veteran’s Jam?

A 2-hour, in-room program that opens with remarks from veterans at OpenAI, sharing insights from their career paths.

The core instruction then breaks into small groups based on familiarity with AI, each with guided practice and live support. We'll focus on using AI to navigate military-to-civilian transitions, moving between civilian roles, and performing at a higher level on the job.

We close with a review of ongoing learning resources, a raffle, and an optional lunch and networking hour.

Why participate?

Leave with practical skills and repeatable workflows you can use immediately for career transition and day-to-day work. Learn alongside other veterans, get real-time support, and plug into a local builder community.

Who can attend?

U.S. military veterans and transitioning service members. Registration required. Capacity is strictly limited.

Partners

Delivered in partnership Veterans Forge and the Hampton Roads chapter of the AI Collective. Sponsored by OpenAI.

Event details

Date: Friday, March 13, 2026

Location: Carahsoft, 11493 Sunset Hills Rd, Suite 100, Reston, VA 20190

Check-in: 9:00 AM to 9:50 AM (check-in closes at 9:50 AM)

Program: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Optional lunch + networking: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM