Career Advice

Whether transitioning to the civilian workplace or simply want to know what interview questions to prepare for, there are career advice articles and tips for everyone.

Job Hunting Advice

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The Art of Informational Interviewing

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Vets: Indiana Will Help You Get a Job and Pay You $5,000 to Move There

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How to Write an Email in the Civilian Business World

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The Veteran Employment Manual

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Transitioning Now – One Tour

There are several paths to success if you're getting out or thinking about getting out of the military after just one tour.

Transitioning Now – More Than One Tour

Every service member leaves the military eventually. But if you've been in for more than one tour, your life is about to change substantially.

A JBLM Soldier speaks with a Seattle Police Department recruiter at a networking and hiring event at the American Lake Conference Center, May 11. (Photo Credit: Staff Sgt. Bryan Dominique)

Transitioning Now – Retirees

Having a successful career in the military is a major accomplishment. And the 20-plus years you've spent in uniform mean you have a highly sought-after skill set in the civilian world.

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Transitioned 5+ Years Ago

Since you've left the military, you have already had some civilian experience, but maybe it's time for a change in your education or career path.

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Military Spouse Employment Manual

Military spouses are making a go of their dream jobs across a wide range of fields. You can too, by following these critical steps.

Resume Writing Advice

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Veteran Jobs Search Tools

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Veteran Job Search

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Military-to-Civilian Resume Writing

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Military Skills Translator

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Employers Hiring Veterans

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Military Transition Center

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For Wounded Veterans

Military Transition Tips

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How Introverted Veterans Can Beat Extroverts to the Job Offer

Retired Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Luis Cervantes and Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Donald “Don” Calero embrace after competing on day two of the Wheelchair Rugby preliminaries during the DoD Warrior Games Challenge 2023. (U.S. Navy/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kegan E. Kay)

5 Tips for Making Friends in Your Post-Military Life

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6 Inescapable Realities of the Veteran Job Hunt (and How to Escape Them)

5 Cool LinkedIn Skills Every Veteran Must Know To Get a Job

5 Cool LinkedIn Skills Every Veteran Must Know to Get a Job

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What to Wear When You're Not Sure What to Wear

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5 Resumes You'll Meet in Heaven

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Upcoming Job Fairs

Attending a job fair is a proactive way of getting to know companies or industries you're interested in.

Military Spouse Career Advice

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12 Resources for Military Spouse Education and Employment

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4 Strategies to Help Couples Prosper Financially

The DoD's PCS Help for Career-Minded Military Spouses (Eddy Mentzer, DoD spouse career programs lead)

The DoD's PCS Help for Career-Minded Military Spouses (Eddy Mentzer, DoD spouse career programs lead)

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Job Interview Tips

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