Employment Tips
Pro Tip: How to read federal job announcements
Don’t miss the details before you apply. When you’re looking to get started with your VA career, you’ll likely find yourself exploring USAJobs quite a bit, and
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Don’t miss the details before you apply. When you’re looking to get started with your VA career, you’ll likely find yourself exploring USAJobs quite a bit, and
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As companies seek to control costs while having access to a broad range of candidates, many recruiters are using video interviews as a way to screen potential hires.
Calling all veterans interested in a career in the tech field! VetsinTech supports current and returning veterans with re-integration services, while connecting them to the
To My Fellow Veterans (Open Letter #2), I’ll never forget the conversation I had several years ago with a retiring Marine Command Sergeant Major, who
Transitioning from the military is filled with a variety of challenges that require us to travel down different paths than the ones we have become
For many veterans, manufacturing jobs bring to mind images of the old days of heavy industry—the gritty, dirty work of steel-making or the massive assembly
You might have done all your homework. You did your research, got together a great resume, applied to a job that fit your skills. Maybe
Did TAP class cover asking for job references? Or did you fall asleep during that part? I know you were probably too excited to pay
Transitioning out of the military can be an exciting time for you. It can also be a scary time, since in many cases this will
When you get a call for an interview, it may be after months of searching, or it may be for a job you really want.
A firm handshake should not be the last memory you leave with an interviewer after a job interview. Make sure you keep communicating with a
Whether you’re preparing for your upcoming transition into the civilian sector or you’ve been out for a while and you’re looking for a better career
Name: Joey Hale Branch: Air Force Years Served: 11 Highest Pay Grade: E1-E5, O1-O4 MOS: Intelligence Officer Age: 42 Job Description: Air Force Veteran Joey Hale and his wife,
Maybe you’ve dreamed of becoming an artist since you were a kid. Maybe you solidified your dream in adulthood. Maybe the dream came to you
Found a job you want? Here’s a reality check: Your generic resume probably won’t get you noticed by the employer. Here’s how to use cues
You’re ready to bid active duty goodbye and settle down. But maybe you’re not ready to let go of the military, or you’ve heard you
Suggested articles and information regarding interviews: The Five-Minute Interview: A Job Hunter’s Guide to a Successful Interview, by Richard H. Beatty Description: Quickly, confidently gain insight into
The most nerve-wracking thing about a job interview is the dreaded statement, “Tell me about yourself.” As a veteran who has learned to let his
In the military, work distractions do occur and they can be just as detrimental to productivity as they are in civilian companies. In any environment,
The civilian world can be both confusing and liberating after time in the military. Now you have choices about where you work and what you
A common part of the hiring process is a phone interview, which usually comes after resume submission but before an invitation to meet with a
It can be hard to find a job, especially a job you like. But if you are fortunate to be able to go to work
If you’ve looked for post-transition jobs, you might have noticed “seasonal employment” available. These are just what they sound like: a job available only for
The debate over education vs. experience has been around as long as education itself. In a tough economy, what matters most is what will land you
