AUGUST 24, 2023 - VA, in collaboration with non-governmental organizations, hosts a series of monthly job fairs across the country for service members and Veterans. Whether you are looking for a job or considering a change in career path, attending one of these fairs in-person or virtually can be an excellent way to start or advance your civilian job search. These career … [Read more...]
How to Write a Military Resume
JULY 26, 2023 - Whether you’re planning to join the armed forces or have just recently left your military career and are trying to switch to the civilian job market, you’ll need a resume. Serving in the military is not only about being on the battlefield. A range of other jobs is open for civilians as well. For instance, you might join the armed forces as a dentist, … [Read more...]
BRS Continuation Pay Modernizing Soldier Care
JULY 10, 2023 – For soldiers enrolled in the Blended Retirement System, Continuation Pay is a one-time, mid-career financial incentive payable to soldiers between their eight and 12 year point of service in exchange for additional service. According to Staff Sgt. Candace Galbraith, the military is modernizing its approach to solider care and increasing the flexibility in … [Read more...]
Should You Consider Trade School After Leaving Military Service?
JULY 11, 2023 - No matter how long you were in the service of the armed forces for your country, no matter what you did, or what you saw whenever you were in the armed forces, returning to civilian life can be an adjustment for many veterans. Even if they never saw battle and had mundane jobs during the duration of their service, and never even left the country, the … [Read more...]
How to Include Your Military Experience on Your Resume
JUNE 6, 2023 - Writing a resume for a job is tricky enough for civilians, but veterans may find this especially challenging because their work history and experience will be quite different from a typical applicant, and highlighting this in the right way is therefore essential. To give you the best chance of shining when you apply for any position, here are some tips on what … [Read more...]