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  • You got the job at VA — now what?

    You got the job at VA — now what?

    You got a job at VA to help take care of Veterans. Great! Now learn what to expect during the onboarding process and on your first day at VA.

  • Four things you can expect in a post-military career at VA

    Four things you can expect in a post-military career at VA

    Job changes can be stressful — and transitioning to your [...]

  • VIDEO: Recruiter answers top questions about applying to VA

    VIDEO: Recruiter answers top questions about applying to VA

    One of VA’s recruiters provided helpful hints on how to [...]

  • Six tips for acing your VA cover letter

    Six tips for acing your VA cover letter

    From proofreading to tone, follow these six cover letter tips from VA recruiters to help your application to work at VA stand out.

  • VIDEO: Learn how Veterans, military spouses can tap into LinkedIn benefits

    VIDEO: Learn how Veterans, military spouses can tap into LinkedIn benefits

    VA Careers videos review how Veterans, transitioning military and military spouses can take advantage of exclusive LinkedIn benefits in their job search.

  • Five things to include on your nursing resume to VA

    Five things to include on your nursing resume to VA

    Before applying for a nursing position at VA, make sure your nursing resume addresses these five concerns and shows off your soft skills.

  • Seven confidence boosters for Veterans transitioning to a civilian career

    Seven confidence boosters for Veterans transitioning to a civilian career

    As you transition from military service to a civilian career at VA, connecting with VA resources and caring for yourself can boost your confidence.

  • VA career tips: 3 resolutions for the New Year

    VA career tips: 3 resolutions for the New Year

    Now is a great time to set some career goals [...]

  • VA interview job tips: keeping stress at bay

    VA interview job tips: keeping stress at bay

    When it comes to job interviews, first impressions count. It’s [...]

  • Ask a VA recruiter: What qualities do you look for in candidates?

    Ask a VA recruiter: What qualities do you look for in candidates?

    It takes a certain type of person to succeed at [...]

  • Veteran employment specialist offers job hunting advice

    Veteran employment specialist offers job hunting advice

    In my two years as an employment specialist for the [...]

  • Find your next job through VA Careers and USAJOBS

    Find your next job through VA Careers and USAJOBS

    Finding the perfect job can be overwhelming, especially when you [...]

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