Veteran and Military Students
Explore this page to find job boards, identity-related career advice and resources to help you navigate the world of work. Use these tools to support your career goals, find jobs and internshipsand establish a strong network both on and off campus.
Schedule an appointment with a career advisor for a tailored session to address your specific needs and goals.
Additional Career-Related Resources
Veterans and Military Affairs (VMA) has developed a comprehensive set of FAQs with answers to the most commonly asked questions, including Post 9/11 GI Bill®, residency requirements, admissions, costs covered by the VA and more.
Every year, approximately 200,000 men and women leave U.S. military service and return to life as civilians, a process known as the military to civilian transition.
This comprehensive resource offers strategic insights and actionable strategies, empowering veterans to craft fulfilling civilian careers.
Military OneSource has the tools and resources to help you land your next job.
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) protects veterans from discrimination.
Placesto Build Connections
As a student, actively building your networkis key to shaping your future career. Networking with peers, professors and industry professionals can open up opportunities that might not be readily accessible otherwise. This effort acts as a powerful equalizer, providing you with access to mentorship, hidden job markets and a supportive community that can advocate for inclusivity in your chosen field. Starting this journey now, during your academic career, sets a solid foundation for professional growth and helps create a more equitable landscape in any industry you choose to enter.
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Converting Military Resumes for Civilian Positions
General Guidelines
One page for every 10 years of service.
Avoid using military acronyms (spell them out) and minimize military lingo.
Ensure you’re writing about your military experience in as complete and descriptive a manner as possible.
Use language common in industry. For example, instead of “supervise subordinates,” use “supervise employees.”
Expand the use of “manage” to “coordinate,” “lead” or “supervise.” Employers are most interested in results, not simply job descriptions.
Use key phrases such as “...resulting in…” and “...which led to…” to state your accomplishments.
Example 1
Original: Coached, prepared and screened aviation candidates during the hiring process as aviation advisor.
Improved: Coached, prepared and screened aviation candidates during the hiring process as aviation advisor. Results-driven program management led to a 30% reduction in training time for graduate-level flight programs with a $250,000 annual budget.
Example 2
Original: Responsible for leading team and program management of all aircraft supply and maintenance programs.
Improved: Led and trained 30 personnel in maintenance of multiple $30 million aircraft resulting in sustained 98 percent maintenance operational readiness rate for a one-year deployment cycle.
Tips for Reviewing Your Resume
- Ask “how” and “why” for every line. Fill in the gaps.
- Seek feedback about your resume from Career Services, an HR recruiter and an employer who is familiar with veteran resumes.
- Have your resume reviewed by someone not familiar with military resumes, to ensure it’s understandable in layperson’s terms.