career transition

Veterans preference offers a competitive edge in federal hiring. Discover how it works and how VA supports Veterans' career goals through VMSTEP.

For Veterans, the mission does not end when the uniform comes off. VA careers offer opportunities to serve while building fulfilling civilian careers.

As Veterans transition to civilian life, VA provides meaningful federal employment opportunities that build on their skills and service-oriented values.

The Boston native intended to have a long, impactful career in defense, but injuries and health challenges prevented her from completing boot camp.

“I broke 11 bones and then was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes,” explains Lopez, who found herself seeking new avenues in the IT sector. After a few years off to recover, she went to community college and graduated with a degree in technology and computer sciences. Despite her experience and drive, her career was ridden with layoffs. And Lopez wanted a job that offered her purposeful work and stability.

In the past two years, 92 veterans have found renewed purpose and new careers through the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program.

HireMilitary can help members of the military community translate skills and experience into secure, meaningful career opportunities.

Purepost offers free career transition services, including a variety of guidelines and tools to help Veterans find their next job.

Patriot Boot Camp helps transitioning service members and entrepreneurial Veterans turn their business ideas into tech start-ups.

Shift facilitates internship opportunities at high-growth media and technology companies via the DoD SkillBridge Initiative and Career Skills Program.

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