DOL

On Labor Day, we honor America’s workers and all they have achieved. At the Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS), it is our honor to serve and support you as you transition to the next stages of your working life.

The U.S. Department of Labor is now accepting applications for the 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion Award, presented annually to employers that meet rigorous criteria around recruiting, employing and retaining America’s military Veterans. Application deadline is April 30, 2021.

The National Resource directory has more than 14,000 vetted resources available for Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors.

The U.S. Department of Labor today awarded 427 employers from around the nation for recruiting, employing and retaining America’s veterans.

VA, DOL, and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) recently met to promote housing stability and employment opportunities for Veterans. This partnership provides Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless with the comprehensive support they need to obtain and maintain gainful employment.

I separated from the Marine Corps in September 2011. I [...]

The Veteran-related figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate higher unemployment for Iraq and Afghanistan Vets compared to other generations.