Employment Tips
5 Civilian Benefits Veterans Often Forget to Negotiate
You got the job offer. The salary looks decent, the title sounds promising, and you’re ready to move on to the next chapter of your
How to Tell If a Job Posting Is Actually Worth Applying For
Job hunting can feel like a part-time job with terrible benefits and no guarantee of a paycheck. You scroll through listings, find something promising, read
The Unwritten Rules of Civilian Work Nobody Explained When You Got Out
Nobody prepares you for the weirdest part of transitioning out of the military: realizing that you can manage a team, solve problems under pressure and
10 In-Demand Skills Veterans Can Learn to Increase Their Earning Potential
You don’t necessarily need another four-year degree to increase your earning potential after the military. Sometimes the better move is adding one marketable skill to
15 More Military Terms You Should Remove From Your Civilian Resume
You’ve been out of the military for six months. You’ve traded the uniform for business casual. You no longer have to explain why your hands
Why Your Military Resume Isn’t Getting Interviews (And How to Fix It)
How to Turn Your Military Resume Into One Civilian Employers Understand What’s the difference between a military resume and a civilian resume? A military resume
Best Certifications for Veterans to Earn in Under 6 Months
Leaving the military often comes with one big question: “How do I translate my experience into something civilian employers immediately recognize?” The answer isn’t always
Insurance Jobs Create Stability For Transitioning Veterans
What’s it like to work in the insurance industry? If you’re looking for insurance jobs, learn first-hand from a veteran working as a surety underwriter.
High-Paying Jobs Veterans Can Land Without a Four-Year Degree
For many transitioning service members, the assumption is that landing a good civilian career requires a four-year college degree. But the reality is far different.
Perks in the Civilian Workplace to Make Your Post-Military Life a Little Easier
Look for an employer that offers benefits that are important to you. Besides the pay checks and free healthcare, there are some other perks that
VA Hiring 300+ Employment Counselors, Specialists
The Department of Veterans Affairs is recruiting more than 300 Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors and Specialists for its Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program. Positions are
Navy SEAL and NASA Astronaut: Chris Cassidy
Chris Cassidy shares his inspirational life story from Navy SEAL to NASA… and beyond! Imagine opening the hatch of the International Space Station and looking