DOD Skillbridge
Electrical Employment Partner in Southeast Virginia
About HRA
Hampton Roads Automation (HRA) is an Industrial Automation Engineering & Consulting firm that was formed in September of 2021. We primarily serve the Water and Wastewater industry, but work in other industrial areas as well.
We are proud to support our military service members as they transition from active duty to meaningful civilian careers. In 2025, Hampton Roads Automation was honored to be recognized as a V3 – Virginia Values Veterans employer, reflecting our commitment to hiring, training, and empowering veterans as they continue to serve our communities in new ways.
DOD Skillbridge Employment
Hampton Roads Automation (HRA) is an approved SkillBridge provider offering structured training, including both virtual instruction and on-the-job experience, for transitioning service members.
Our program allows interns to perform a broad range of duties aligned with the role of an Industrial Controls Technician, including electrical and instrumentation control tasks. This rotational, hands-on approach is designed to expose participants to multiple facets of industrial controls work, supporting the development of well‑rounded technical competencies. Through this experience, interns are able to evaluate their skills, interests, and long‑term career alignment within the field.
Participation requires command approval and compliance with applicable Department of Defense guidelines.
We appreciate your service to our country and are committed to supporting your transition to a rewarding civilian career.
Program Requirements
Program Length: <20 Weeks
Location: Waverly, Virginia
Hours: Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Travel: 10% Overnight; Daily traveling to jobsite in Central and Eastern Virginia
Program Criteria:
180 days or fewer remaining on active duty at the time of program start
Approval from Chain of Command
Qualifications:
- Self-motivated, results-driven, solution-oriented, direct, and determined to succeed
- Demonstrated leadership and a strong work ethic
- Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Experience in any of these fields:
electrical engineering electronics
instrumentation
computer systems
network infrastructure
Next Steps >>
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