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Protected Veteran Status

Protected Veteran Status

Updated: April 24, 2023

What is a protected veteran? This status was created through an amended version of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), and prohibits discrimination against those identified in the act as protected veterans. Protected veterans are provided with Affirmative Action-type requirements for certain employers to hire vets who fall under protected status. […]

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How To Become A Teacher At Military Bases

How To Become A Teacher At Military Bases

Updated: April 19, 2023

Do you want to learn how to become a teacher at a military base high school, middle school, or primary school? This is not your typical educator job, and the hiring and even the application requirements can be greatly different than what experienced educators might be used to. What does it take to be considered […]

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off-duty employment for military members

Off-Duty Employment for Military Members

Updated: December 24, 2022

It is common for service members to accept off-duty employment whether they are assigned to a stateside base or overseas. The military regulates off-duty employment, and service members are required to observe these regulations, regardless of where they take a second job or the nature of that employment. Off-Duty Employment: Regulated at Five Levels Accepting […]

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veterans unemployment benefits

Unemployment Benefits for Veterans

Updated: November 3, 2022

Several unemployment benefits and programs exist for veterans. If you’re a veteran who’s out of work, here are some programs you may be eligible for. Types of Unemployment Benefits for Veterans State unemployment benefits: If you’ve lost your civilian job, you can file for your state’s regular unemployment compensation program based on your salary, how […]

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veterans re-employment resources

Veterans Re-Employment Resources

Updated: July 21, 2022

Veterans who are rejoining the civilian workforce or who are interested in changing careers have several resources available to help. The Department of Veterans Affairs is a great place to start. They offer a “Veterans Employment Toolkit” on their website, which includes a variety of resources to find a job, advance or change their careers […]

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Veteran friendly employers

2023 List of Veteran-Friendly Employers with Jobs for Veterans and Military Spouses

Updated: December 24, 2022

Military experience can give you a leg-up in the civilian job market. While most companies appreciate the job training and values that come with military experience, some companies go the extra mile to help military members transition to civilian life by providing lucrative career opportunities and training for veterans. Veteran.com’s list of veteran-friendly employers is […]

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Five Ways Veteran Readiness and Employment Can Help You Reach Your Goals

Updated: October 29, 2021

If a service-connected disability has sidelined you from continuing your military career as planned, transitioning into the civilian workforce may feel like being dropped into unfamiliar territory. But you don’t have to navigate it alone. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program services to veterans and service members who […]

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Tips for Veterans to Land a Federal Job

Tips For Veterans To Land A Federal Job

Updated: October 29, 2021

Following their military careers, many veterans decide to apply for jobs with the federal government. But, this application process can appear complicated and, often, overwhelming. As such, we’ll use this article to provide some tips for veterans to land a federal job. Specifically, we’ll discuss the following: Why Federal Jobs Make Sense for Veterans Tips […]

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DoD Civilian Jobs

DoD Civilian Jobs

Updated: August 9, 2021

The Department of Defense employs an impressive number of people worldwide. There are, according to Pentagon sources, some 950,000 civilians working for DoD across a large number of jobs and missions. That is in addition to the worldwide numbers of American troops serving in uniform on active duty, in the Guard, and in the Reserve. […]

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