Air Force veteran Rob Smith transitioned from aircraft mechanic to leading cybersecurity at USAA, advising veterans to leverage military skills, plan ahead and use programs like DoD SkillBridge for smooth transitions.
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Your Least Favorite Interview Questions… And How to Answer Them!
Veterans can ace tough interview questions by understanding intent. Highlight self-awareness for weaknesses, career accomplishments for “tell me about yourself,” and company knowledge for “why do you want to work here?”
How to Make Sure Your VA Résumé Tells the Right Story
Make your VA résumé stand out by telling a clear story, tailoring it to the job announcement and proofreading. Highlight your skills and experience to show recruiters your value.
Why One Marine Keeps Coming Back to Construction
Marine veteran Brandon Frazee thrives in construction by leading with influence, not authority. He advises veterans to research companies, start early and align careers with personal interests for lasting success.
Serving in a New Capacity
Army veteran Paris Jackson transitioned to financial advising at Northwestern Mutual, using military leadership, patience and problem-solving to help clients build wealth and serve in a new capacity with purpose.
A Veteran’s Path to Purpose
After a 30-year Army career, Lisa Keough transitioned to USAA as a senior business advisor. With planning, mentorship and Hiring Our Heroes, she continues serving others while balancing work and life with purpose.
Veteran Remote Jobs Explored
Veterans can thrive in remote careers—from IT to project management—by leveraging leadership, problem-solving and technical skills, using resources, training and networks to succeed “from boots to broadband.”
Unlocking Success: Veteran Job Search Tips and Tricks
Veterans can navigate the civilian job market with confidence by translating military skills, networking, tailoring applications and using veteran-specific resources to unlock meaningful career opportunities.
Unlocking New Paths: Top Jobs for Veterans Today
Veterans bring leadership, discipline and adaptability to civilian careers. Explore top jobs in cybersecurity, healthcare, logistics and more.
Top Civilian Jobs for Military Veterans to Explore
Explore top civilian jobs for veterans in healthcare, tech, logistics, security and project management—leverage your military skills for success.