Local Employment Help
Find free employment programs, career training, and job-search assistance for veterans across the United States and its territories.
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168 resources found
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Career counseling · Training and certifications · Job search
Employment support, career counseling, training, and related services for eligible veterans with service-connected disabilities.
Eligibility: Eligibility depends on service-connected disability and other VA requirements.
Coverage: nationwide
Visit resource website →Job search · Employment rights · Military transition
Veteran employment programs, employment rights information, and assistance connecting with workforce services.
Eligibility: Program-specific eligibility requirements may apply.
Coverage: nationwide
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Search federal job openings and explore veterans' preference and federal hiring pathways.
Eligibility: Free job search; individual positions have specific eligibility requirements.
Coverage: nationwide, online
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Explore civilian careers, training information, job-search tools, and military transition resources.
Eligibility: Free public career resources; individual linked programs may have separate requirements.
Coverage: nationwide, online
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Search job postings across industries, employers, and locations, including remote work.
Eligibility: Job searching is free; optional paid products or services may exist.
Coverage: nationwide, online
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Find job opportunities, research employers, and connect with professional networks.
Eligibility: Basic job search is free; some platform features require an account or paid subscription.
Coverage: nationwide, online
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Browse jobs across industries and locations and apply through available employer listings.
Eligibility: Free job-search access for job seekers; account requirements may vary.
Coverage: nationwide, online
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Explore job openings alongside company reviews and salary information.
Eligibility: Basic job browsing is available; some features may require an account.
Coverage: nationwide, online
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Find job listings aggregated from employers and job sites through Google Search.
Eligibility: Free to search; applications are handled by the listing destination.
Coverage: nationwide, online
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Veteran-focused career fairs, employer connections, and job-search opportunities.
Eligibility: Job-seeker services are generally free; check event and account requirements.
Coverage: nationwide, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help · Military transition
Veteran and military spouse employment assistance, including career coaching and job-search support.
Eligibility: Free services for eligible military-connected job seekers; check program requirements.
Coverage: nationwide, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Military transition · Career counseling
Career events, professional development, and workforce connections for military-connected job seekers.
Eligibility: Programs target military-connected communities; eligibility varies by opportunity.
Coverage: nationwide, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Military transition
Veteran-oriented career information and job-search resources.
Eligibility: Job-search resources are generally accessible without payment; account requirements may vary.
Coverage: nationwide, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Training and certifications · Resume and interview help
Find local workforce centers offering job-search help, training referrals, and employment services.
Eligibility: Many core services are free; specific programs may have eligibility requirements.
Coverage: nationwide
Visit resource website →Entrepreneurship · Training and certifications
Explore training and resources for veterans interested in starting or growing a business.
Eligibility: Information is free; eligibility for individual programs varies.
Coverage: nationwide, online
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Explore registered apprenticeship pathways that combine paid work and structured training.
Eligibility: Free to search; apprenticeship opportunities have individual application requirements.
Coverage: nationwide, online
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California's job search platform for finding openings, creating resumes, exploring training, and receiving job alerts.
Eligibility: Free job-search services for California job seekers.
Coverage: state, online
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Veteran-focused career assistance, employment referrals, and support from dedicated employment specialists.
Eligibility: Veterans and eligible spouses; specialized services have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Local workforce centers offering no-cost job-search assistance, career counseling, training referrals, and employment workshops.
Eligibility: General job-seeker services are free; eligibility for specialized programs varies.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help
Veteran career counseling, resume workshops, job-search support, and employer connections. California locations include Long Beach, Inglewood, Los Angeles, and the Inland Empire.
Eligibility: Career centers serve veterans seeking employment; contact a location for program details.
Coverage: regional
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San Diego-area veteran employment services, including career planning, resume development, interview preparation, training assistance, and job placement.
Eligibility: Services focus on veterans; contact the organization for program eligibility.
Coverage: regional
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Career counseling, resume assistance, job-search strategies, training, and employment support for veterans in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties.
Eligibility: Veteran-focused services; documentation and individual program requirements may apply.
Coverage: regional
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Orange County nonprofit offering free career coaching, resume and interview preparation, job-search assistance, and career readiness services for veterans and other job seekers.
Eligibility: Free career services for eligible participants, including veterans; enrollment may be required.
Coverage: regional
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Statewide veteran employment assistance, career guidance, job matching, and support for veterans facing employment barriers.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional requirements.
Coverage: state
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Texas job-search platform for finding openings, connecting with employers, and accessing workforce resources.
Eligibility: Free job-search access for Texas job seekers.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Military transition
Texas workforce services supporting veteran job seekers, military-to-civilian career transitions, and employment opportunities.
Eligibility: Veterans and eligible family members; requirements vary by service.
Coverage: state
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Employment and training assistance for transitioning service members, recently separated veterans, and military spouses.
Eligibility: Designed for transitioning service members, recently separated veterans, and military spouses.
Coverage: state
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Houston-based nonprofit offering career coaching, resume development, interview preparation, and employer connections for veterans and transitioning service members. Also operates in additional regions.
Eligibility: Primarily serves enlisted veterans and transitioning service members; confirm eligibility and service area.
Coverage: regional
Visit resource website →Career counseling · Military transition · Job search
Free nationwide career mentoring, networking, and professional development for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.
Eligibility: Free mentorship for eligible veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.
Coverage: nationwide, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help · Military transition
Free career assistance connecting veterans and military spouses with Florida employers, career guidance, and employment opportunities.
Eligibility: Veterans and military spouses seeking employment in Florida.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Military transition
State employment resource directory covering veteran job opportunities, Employ Florida Vets, career assistance, and occupational licensing programs.
Eligibility: Veterans and eligible family members; individual programs have different requirements.
Coverage: state
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Veteran employment specialists, career guidance, job referrals, training resources, and priority of service at New York Career Centers.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals seeking New York employment services.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Training and certifications · Military transition
Veteran-focused job referrals, career counseling, training referrals, employer connections, and employment planning through Virginia workforce offices.
Eligibility: Veterans and transitioning service members; specialized assistance may have eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications · Entrepreneurship
Virginia veteran resources for job searches, employment preparation, career training, transition assistance, and starting a business.
Eligibility: Virginia military community; individual programs determine eligibility.
Coverage: state
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Arizona workforce network providing veterans with job referrals, training assistance, employment services, and priority of service where eligible.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals seeking Arizona workforce services.
Coverage: state
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Georgia workforce job-search and employment services platform connecting job seekers with employers and workforce assistance.
Eligibility: Georgia job seekers; program-specific eligibility may apply.
Coverage: state
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Illinois veteran employment representatives, job referrals, career assistance, and priority access to workforce services.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Free Illinois job-search and employer-matching service with veteran priority of service and employment assistance.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Free Pennsylvania veteran job-search assistance, career workshops, resume preparation, interview practice, and training referrals.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Training and certifications
Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs program connecting veterans with employment, training, and career assistance throughout the state.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Free Ohio career and job-search platform with local workforce centers, career planning, employment assistance, and training resources.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Military transition · Career counseling · Training and certifications
Ohio veteran career assistance including military skills translation, employment resources, licensing information, and transition support.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling
Colorado's free workforce job-matching platform with access to job openings and assistance through local workforce centers.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Military transition
Veteran representatives at Massachusetts career centers provide job-search assistance, employer connections, training referrals, and transition support.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Directory of veteran employment representatives at Massachusetts career centers for personalized employment and training assistance.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Veteran career advisors provide individualized employment services through Michigan Works centers, including support for employment barriers.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Michigan Works centers offer workshops and workforce training opportunities, with priority of service for eligible veterans and spouses.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Oregon veteran employment support including job referrals, resume assistance, workshops, career counseling, and training resources.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Oregon workforce resources for job searches, apprenticeships, employment events, and access to WorkSource centers.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Washington veteran employment services including job referrals, hiring events, resume assistance, skills assessments, and training referrals.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Wisconsin veteran employment specialists and job centers offer individualized career support, employer connections, and training assistance.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Wisconsin veteran job-search tools, resume development, online skills training, workshops, and job-center assistance.
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by program; consult the provider for details.
Coverage: state
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Veteran-focused career assistance, resume and interview support, job search help, apprenticeships, and training referrals.
Eligibility: Veterans and eligible spouses may receive priority of service; specialized services depend on eligibility.
Coverage: state
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Priority employment services, career counseling, resume assistance, job referrals, and individualized support through Alaska Job Centers.
Eligibility: Veterans and certain eligible spouses or caregivers; individualized services have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Free job-search and workforce services through Arkansas Workforce Centers, with local veteran employment specialists available.
Eligibility: Arkansas job seekers; veteran-specific specialist services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Priority reemployment services through American Job Centers, including career matching, veteran employment representatives, and job-search assistance.
Eligibility: Veterans; some specialized services depend on individual eligibility.
Coverage: state
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Priority referrals to jobs and qualifying training programs, with veteran employment staff and American Job Center assistance.
Eligibility: Qualified veterans and eligible spouses receive priority under applicable workforce-program rules.
Coverage: state
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Veteran priority of service, employment and training assistance, and specialized support through District of Columbia American Job Centers.
Eligibility: Veterans and eligible spouses under applicable priority-of-service requirements.
Coverage: state
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Veteran employment information, priority-of-service guidance, military-to-civilian skills translation, and employment representatives.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; particular services depend on program requirements.
Coverage: state
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Priority employment support through WorkOne centers, including job referrals, resume help, interview preparation, training guidance, and transition assistance.
Eligibility: Veterans; individualized services are provided to qualified veterans under program criteria.
Coverage: state
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Veteran career planners, IowaWORKS job listings, resume and interview support, career guidance, and referrals to training opportunities.
Eligibility: Veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses; priority of service follows applicable rules.
Coverage: state
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Veterans priority for qualifying job referrals and workforce training through Kansas workforce centers and KANSASWORKS.
Eligibility: Qualified veterans receive priority for eligible workforce services; contact a local workforce center for requirements.
Coverage: state
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Veteran career support, resume review, interview preparation, job-search guidance, employer connections, and referrals to training resources.
Eligibility: Kentucky veterans, transitioning service members, military families, and other groups identified by KYVETS; service eligibility varies.
Coverage: state
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Hawaii workforce offices and American Job Centers offer employment and training assistance to veterans and eligible persons, including priority of service.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Maine CareerCenters offer veteran employment representatives, job-search support, resume assistance, and guidance on training opportunities.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Maryland American Job Centers offer veteran employment assistance, priority of service, and specialized support for eligible veterans.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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CareerForce provides eligible veterans and military members personalized resume, career planning, job-search, and training referral assistance.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Missouri workforce services connect veterans with employment resources, job centers, and veteran-specific employment programs.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Nebraska Veterans Gateway provides employment, training, career transition, and job-search tools for veterans and their families.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Nevada veteran career coaches provide career planning, resume and interview preparation, and job-search support for veterans and eligible spouses.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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New Jersey Labor provides priority access to job and training referrals, resume support, and specialized employment services for eligible veterans.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Oklahoma Works offices connect veterans and eligible spouses with career counseling, job-search assistance, and employment resources.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Rhode Island career centers connect veterans and eligible spouses with veteran employment counselors and job-search resources.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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SC Works offers eligible veterans career coaching, job referrals, resume assistance, and training resources through veteran employment staff.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Tennessee American Job Centers provide veteran job-search assistance, career counseling, and training referrals, with specialized services for eligible veterans.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Utah Workforce Services provides career, education, resume, and employment resources for veterans, service members, and eligible spouses.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Louisiana workforce services provide veterans and eligible individuals with employment assistance, job referrals, training referrals, and placement support.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services depend on program eligibility.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Training and certifications · Employment rights
Mississippi Department of Employment Security provides priority employment services, job-search assistance, training information, and employment-rights resources for veterans.
Eligibility: Veterans receive priority of service; specialized programs have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Montana workforce offices assist veterans, transitioning service members, and eligible spouses with job searches, career assistance, training referrals, and employment barriers.
Eligibility: Veterans, transitioning service members, and eligible spouses; specialized assistance may have additional requirements.
Coverage: state
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New Hampshire Employment Security provides veteran-focused access to employment and training assistance through its job seeker services.
Eligibility: Veterans and eligible spouses; priority and individualized services depend on program requirements.
Coverage: state
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New Mexico Workforce Connection provides veteran employment information, military occupation job searching, career resources, and connections to local workforce centers.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible users; individual programs may have additional requirements.
Coverage: state
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NCWorks Career Centers provide veterans and eligible spouses with job-search assistance, career assessments, resume support, and referrals to training and employment programs.
Eligibility: Veterans, transitioning service members, and eligible spouses; some specialized services require additional eligibility.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help · Military transition
North Dakota veterans employment specialists provide individualized job-search support, military skill translation, resume advice, career planning, and training referrals.
Eligibility: Veterans; individualized specialist services depend on program eligibility.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling
South Dakota Job Service offices provide no-cost employment assistance and connect veterans with trained representatives and other employment resources.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialist assistance may depend on eligibility.
Coverage: state
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Vermont Veteran Services Coordinators offer job-search support, career counseling, resume and interview help, and connections to training and apprenticeships.
Eligibility: Veterans and qualifying eligible individuals; priority and specialized services depend on eligibility.
Coverage: state
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WorkForce West Virginia provides job-search and training support through statewide career centers serving veterans and other job seekers.
Eligibility: Veterans and other West Virginia job seekers; individual workforce programs may have eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Wyoming Workforce Centers provide veterans and eligible individuals with priority of service, employment specialists, job search help, and referrals to training.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible individuals; specialized services may have additional criteria.
Coverage: state
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No-cost job search, resume and interview preparation, career guidance, and workforce training connections through Wyoming Workforce Centers.
Eligibility: Wyoming job seekers; some funded training programs have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Puerto Rico Department of Labor employment service includes a veterans program, occupational counseling, job placement and employment referrals.
Eligibility: Veterans, transitioning service members and other covered persons; individual program eligibility varies.
Coverage: state
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Guam Department of Labor provides individualized employment assistance for qualifying veterans and eligible persons facing employment barriers.
Eligibility: Qualifying veterans and eligible persons with qualifying employment barriers; see program criteria.
Coverage: state
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Guam American Job Center connects job seekers with job listings, employment assistance and workforce training, with priority of service for eligible veterans.
Eligibility: Guam job seekers; veterans and eligible spouses may qualify for priority of service.
Coverage: state
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Veterans services include priority access to job listings and training and individualized support from DVOP specialists for eligible veterans and spouses.
Eligibility: Veterans and eligible spouses; individualized DVOP services depend on eligibility.
Coverage: state
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Virgin Islands Department of Labor workforce portal provides job search and workforce training information.
Eligibility: Virgin Islands job seekers; training program eligibility varies.
Coverage: state
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Northern Mariana Islands Workforce Investment Agency offers workforce education, employment, training and individualized career services.
Eligibility: CNMI job seekers; eligibility varies for WIOA-funded programs.
Coverage: state
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CNMI Employment Services Division provides job matching, placement support and job seeker services.
Eligibility: CNMI job seekers; specific employment preference and eligibility rules may apply.
Coverage: state
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Official American Samoa Government vacancies and application instructions; this is a public-sector job board, not a veteran-specific employment service.
Eligibility: Applicants must meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements of each vacancy.
Coverage: state
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No-cost career navigation for Arizona veterans, service members, and family members, including resume and interview assistance and help addressing employment barriers.
Eligibility: Arizona veterans, service members, and family members; the state describes access regardless of length or era of service or discharge status.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Career counseling · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications · Job search
Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource Center provides career coaching, resume and interview assistance, job search guidance, and accelerated training pathways.
Eligibility: Services support transitioning military members, veterans, and families; training-program residency, military-stationing, and other requirements may vary.
Coverage: state
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Delaware Department of Education provides information about approved GI Bill education, apprenticeship, and job training programs for eligible veterans and beneficiaries.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible beneficiaries seeking approved education or training in Delaware; GI Bill eligibility and program approval requirements apply.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Training and certifications
Idaho Division of Veterans Services explains state-approved on-the-job training and apprenticeships that may combine wages with GI Bill benefits for eligible participants.
Eligibility: Eligible GI Bill beneficiaries enrolled in an approved Idaho on-the-job training or apprenticeship program; approval and benefit requirements apply.
Coverage: state
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Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs initiative connecting veterans and transitioning service members with Arkansas employers, career opportunities, resume support, and transition resources.
Eligibility: Veterans and transitioning service members interested in employment or career opportunities in Arkansas; confirm individual assistance requirements with the program.
Coverage: state
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Connecticut workforce training initiative offering low- or no-cost short-term career training in in-demand fields to eligible applicants, including eligible veterans.
Eligibility: Connecticut job seekers meeting Career ConneCT program-specific eligibility criteria; veteran status alone does not guarantee admission.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Training and certifications · Military transition
Information for transitioning service members and veterans on registered apprenticeships, paid on-the-job learning, technical instruction, industry credentials, and potential GI Bill benefits for eligible approved programs.
Eligibility: Veterans may pursue available registered apprenticeship opportunities. GI Bill benefits depend on the veteran's eligibility and whether the specific apprenticeship is VA-approved; active-duty members may have separate transition options.
Coverage: state
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Statewide directory and information for registered apprenticeships combining paid on-the-job learning with related technical instruction across multiple trades and occupations.
Eligibility: Program requirements vary by occupation and sponsor. Applicants should review the specific apprenticeship's requirements and current recruitment notices.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Career counseling · Job search · Training and certifications
Paid part-time community-service work training and employment support for eligible older job seekers, with preference given to veterans and other groups facing employment barriers.
Eligibility: Applicants generally must be at least 55, reside in Hawaii, be unemployed and eligible to work, meet the program's income limit, and have an employment barrier. Veterans receive preference but must meet program eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state
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Alaska workforce training support that can include industry-specific training, on-the-job training, registered apprenticeship training, classroom-based job-linked training, and support services. Veterans may use the program if they meet the program's general eligibility requirements.
Eligibility: Alaska residency is required. Individual eligibility generally includes having worked in an unemployment-insurance-covered job within the last five years and needing training to improve employment prospects. Contact an Alaska Job Center for current eligibility and available services.
Coverage: state
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A Connecticut Department of Labor-listed veteran program connecting eligible participants with a pathway into machining and manufacturing careers. Contact the program provider for current cohorts, requirements, and enrollment availability.
Eligibility: Designed for military-connected participants in Connecticut. Specific admission criteria, current program availability, and any costs should be confirmed directly with the provider.
Coverage: state
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Official Colorado directory of registered apprenticeship program sponsors across a wide range of occupations and industries. Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job learning with related instruction; sponsors determine when applications are open.
Eligibility: Requirements vary by apprenticeship sponsor and occupation. Not every listed program is accepting applications at all times; contact sponsors to confirm openings, eligibility, pay, and whether GI Bill benefits apply.
Coverage: state
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Official Alabama apprenticeship resource for people exploring earn-and-learn career pathways. Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with related technical instruction and can lead to nationally recognized credentials across fields such as healthcare, construction, IT, transportation, hospitality, and advanced manufacturing.
Eligibility: Apprenticeship entry requirements vary by sponsor, occupation, and open recruitment period. Veterans may apply where they meet the individual program's requirements; veteran-specific eligibility or GI Bill approval is not guaranteed for every apprenticeship.
Coverage: state
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Searchable Arkansas training-provider directory that lets job seekers look for training programs by keyword and location. Filters include Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) services and registered apprenticeship sponsors, helping users compare potential training routes alongside the state's general workforce and veteran services.
Eligibility: Search access is available online, but enrollment, funding, WIOA assistance, and apprenticeship eligibility vary by provider and program. Contact the listed provider or Arkansas workforce staff to confirm current availability and veteran-specific eligibility.
Coverage: state
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Colorado workforce centers provide employment support for eligible veterans and other qualified individuals, including help with job search, career planning, and referrals to workforce services. Ask for a veteran-focused employment specialist at a local workforce center.
Eligibility: Services and priority-of-service rules depend on the program. Contact a Colorado workforce center to confirm eligibility, documentation, and local veteran-specialist availability.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Training and certifications · Job search
Hawaii's registered apprenticeship system connects applicants with earn-and-learn programs that combine paid on-the-job training and classroom instruction in participating occupations. Applicants should review current programs and contact sponsors about openings.
Eligibility: Entry requirements, age requirements, pay, and application periods vary by apprenticeship sponsor and occupation. Veterans should confirm whether a specific program is accepting applications and whether GI Bill benefits apply.
Coverage: state
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Connecticut's apprenticeship resources help job seekers explore registered apprenticeship pathways that combine paid work-based learning with related instruction. Applicants can review participating programs and contact sponsors to confirm occupations, application windows, and current openings.
Eligibility: Requirements and recruitment periods vary by apprenticeship sponsor and occupation. Veterans should contact individual sponsors to confirm openings, application requirements, and whether a program is approved for GI Bill benefits.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Training and certifications · Career counseling
Delaware's apprenticeship resources help people explore registered apprenticeship programs, which combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Job seekers can review available pathways and contact sponsors about entry requirements and recruitment.
Eligibility: Program requirements and open enrollment vary by sponsor and occupation. Contact the apprenticeship program directly to confirm current openings, requirements, and any veteran-specific support or GI Bill approval.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help
Indiana workforce job-search tools provide job postings, a resume builder, and connections to employers across the state.
Eligibility: Open to Indiana job seekers; job qualifications vary by employer.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Career counseling · Training and certifications
Indiana career exploration tools help job seekers assess interests and skills, investigate occupations, and plan career changes.
Eligibility: Career exploration resources are available to job seekers; individual training programs set admission requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Training and certifications
Indiana workforce education resources explain the Workforce Ready Grant, occupational training listings, and work-based learning options.
Eligibility: Training assistance is subject to residency, program, funding, and other eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help
MoJobs offers Missouri job seekers online job matching, resume creation, and virtual recruiter features.
Eligibility: Missouri job seekers can register; individual vacancies and services may have additional requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Training and certifications
Missouri Job Centers offer in-person job searches, career planning, assessments, employer referrals, and help identifying training opportunities.
Eligibility: Core job-center services are open to job seekers; funded training may require eligibility screening.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Resume and interview help · Training and certifications
Missouri workforce workshops cover resume writing, interview preparation, computer skills, and career changes.
Eligibility: Workshops are intended for Missouri job seekers; check current availability and any registration requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help
CareerForce helps Minnesota job seekers find openings, attend job fairs, connect with career specialists, and explore training options.
Eligibility: Job-search support is available to Minnesota job seekers; eligibility for particular training programs varies.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Training and certifications · Job search
CareerForce explains paid apprenticeship pathways and connects job seekers with local staff who can help identify opportunities.
Eligibility: Apprenticeship admission and openings depend on the employer, sponsor, and occupation.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications
Maryland job seekers can access Workforce Exchange job listings, resume tools, training information, and American Job Center support.
Eligibility: General services are available to Maryland job seekers; specific training or funded services may have separate requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Career counseling
Utah Workforce Services provides job searches, resume assistance, employment workshops, career education resources, and hiring events.
Eligibility: Services support Utah job seekers; specialized programs and financial assistance may have additional criteria.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Resume and interview help · Job search
Utah job-search toolkit offers resume examples, application worksheets, online workshops, and career-planning materials.
Eligibility: Most self-service resources are public; some workshops require registration or sign-in.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling
Vermont Department of Labor links job seekers to Vermont JobLink openings, job centers, workshops, and employment assistance.
Eligibility: Open to Vermont job seekers; specific job openings and services may have separate requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Career counseling · Job search
Vermont job seekers can request assistance from an Employment and Training Consultant and get connected to local workforce support.
Eligibility: Designed for Vermont job seekers; contact the department for service availability.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help
Mississippi Works mobile tools help job seekers search and apply for jobs, create an employment profile, receive matches, and locate WIN Job Centers.
Eligibility: Available to Mississippi job seekers; individual job postings have employer-defined requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Career counseling
New Hampshire Job Match System provides online job searches, resume and cover-letter building, career assessments, and labor market information.
Eligibility: Available to New Hampshire job seekers; creating an account may be needed for some features.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications · Career counseling
Search Kansas jobs, build a resume, find apprenticeships and training, and connect with career counselors.
Eligibility: Open to Kansas job seekers; specific training programs and job vacancies have separate requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Career counseling
Find Kentucky Career Portal job listings and get in-person resume and job-search assistance at Kentucky Career Centers.
Eligibility: Job search and general career center support are available to Kentucky job seekers; individual programs may have requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Training and certifications · Career counseling
Kentucky workforce network provides job-search tools, career center services, and registered apprenticeship information.
Eligibility: Kentucky job seekers may use general services; training and apprenticeship eligibility vary by program.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Training and certifications
Louisiana state directory connects job seekers with state jobs, private-sector openings, and skills-based employment matching services.
Eligibility: Public job-search information; applications and training programs have individual eligibility criteria.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications
Search Maine jobs, create a resume, find training providers and apprenticeships, and connect with career counselors.
Eligibility: Free for job seekers; funded training and individual jobs have additional eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications
Maine CareerCenters provide no-cost job-search help, career exploration, workshops, and training referrals.
Eligibility: General services are available to Maine workers and job seekers; specific training programs have eligibility rules.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search
Search job vacancies across Montana using the official MontanaWorks job search.
Eligibility: Available to job seekers; employers determine qualifications for individual vacancies.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Training and certifications
Locate Montana Job Service centers offering career exploration, job-search assistance, and connections to training.
Eligibility: General services support Montana job seekers; individual funded programs may have eligibility requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications · Career counseling
Explore New Mexico job postings, resume and virtual recruiter tools, training opportunities, and local employment representative support.
Eligibility: General job-search tools are available to New Mexico job seekers; funded programs have separate requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications
Access North Dakota job searches, resume tools, saved searches, hiring alerts, career assessments, and training resources.
Eligibility: Open to North Dakota job seekers; account registration may be required for personalized tools.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Training and certifications
Find New Jersey job openings, free online skills training, and personalized career support through One-Stop Career Centers.
Eligibility: General job seeker services are available in New Jersey; specialized training and rehabilitation programs have eligibility rules.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search
Oklahoma workforce job seeker portal supports job matching and account-based employment services.
Eligibility: Job seekers may register; individual vacancies and programs set eligibility criteria.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications
Rhode Island workforce portal for job openings, resume posting, and career training opportunities.
Eligibility: General job search is available to Rhode Island job seekers; funded training eligibility varies.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Training and certifications · Resume and interview help
Find Rhode Island training pathways, EmployRI openings, job coaching, and support service directories.
Eligibility: Resources are for Rhode Island job seekers; individual training and support programs have eligibility rules.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications · Career counseling
Tennessee workforce portal offers job searches, resume posting, skills assessments, training searches, and American Job Center locations.
Eligibility: General job search is available to Tennessee job seekers; training and specialized programs have additional requirements.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Training and certifications
Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training directory for EmployRI, career centers, job fairs, workforce training, and specialized support.
Eligibility: General resources are available to Rhode Island job seekers; program eligibility and registration requirements vary.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications
District of Columbia American Job Centers provide career planning, resume assistance, job placement and training referrals.
Eligibility: General services support District job seekers; funded training has separate requirements.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Resume and interview help · Job search
District American Job Centers offer interviewing, resume and cover letter workshops and help navigating the DC Networks job platform.
Eligibility: DC job seekers; workshop registration or appointments may be required.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Training and certifications
Find South Dakota offices offering career coaching, job search assistance, training guidance, workshops and hiring events.
Eligibility: Open to job seekers; some programs and training funds require additional eligibility.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Resume and interview help · Career counseling
State job seeker hub linking SDWORKS job listings, individualized support, online workshops and interview practice.
Eligibility: Job search is open to job seekers; an account may be needed for SDWORKS tools.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Military transition · Career counseling · Resume and interview help · Job search
Virginia V3 Transition connects transitioning service members, veterans and spouses with career coaching, employer introductions, resume review and referrals.
Eligibility: Transitioning service members, veterans and military spouses; contact V3 for program details.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Military transition
Virginia state employment information explains veteran and military spouse hiring resources, state vacancies and applicable hiring preferences.
Eligibility: Hiring preferences and vacancies have distinct eligibility and qualification requirements.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Training and certifications · Career counseling
North Carolina Commerce explains veteran priority services at NCWorks, the state job search portal and apprenticeship pathways.
Eligibility: Veterans and qualifying eligible persons; specialized services and apprenticeship entry have separate requirements.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help
South Carolina workforce network offers job postings, local career centers, hiring events and employment preparation across the state.
Eligibility: General services are open to job seekers; funded services have eligibility rules.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Military transition
Virginia V3 program helps veteran job seekers identify and pursue opportunities with employers committed to veteran recruitment and retention.
Eligibility: Veterans pursuing employment in Virginia; employer vacancies have their own requirements.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Training and certifications · Job search
District resource directory connects residents with workforce programs including DC Infrastructure Academy and University of DC career training.
Eligibility: DC residents; individual training programs have residency, admission and other eligibility rules.
Coverage: state
Visit resource website →Job search · Military transition · Career counseling
Iowa initiative connecting veterans and military families with veteran-friendly employers and local career support.
Eligibility: Veterans, transitioning service members, and military families seeking Iowa career opportunities.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help
Nevada state HR team helps veterans identify suitable state vacancies, prepare applications, and understand state hiring processes.
Eligibility: Veterans interested in Nevada state government employment; job qualifications and hiring rules apply.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Training and certifications · Military transition
Washington State Approving Agency explains approved apprenticeship and on-the-job training routes eligible for GI Bill benefits.
Eligibility: GI Bill eligibility and approval of the specific training program are required to receive benefits.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Employment rights · Job search
New York State civil service examination credits for eligible veterans and disabled veterans seeking qualifying state or local government employment.
Eligibility: Eligibility depends on qualifying military service, veteran or disabled veteran status, examination and appointment requirements, and applicable New York State civil service rules.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications
Nebraska American Job Centers offer veterans priority access to employment services; eligible veterans and spouses may receive specialized counseling, resume assistance, referrals and training information.
Eligibility: Veterans and eligible spouses can access priority services when qualified; specialized individualized services have additional eligibility criteria.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Military transition
Puerto Rico government employment search portal supports job searches and offers a military occupation entry option for veteran job seekers.
Eligibility: Job search is available to job seekers in Puerto Rico; specific veteran priority services and program eligibility are determined by the Puerto Rico Employment Service.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Career counseling · Training and certifications · Job search
American Samoa Office of Vocational Rehabilitation provides disability-focused employment placement support, counseling capacity, and skills-development services.
Eligibility: For people with qualifying disabilities, including eligible veterans; contact the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation to confirm individual eligibility and current services.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Job search · Career counseling · Resume and interview help · Training and certifications · Military transition
WorkForce West Virginia offers veterans priority of service, job placement assistance, career counseling, resume and interview support, and referrals to training through its employment offices.
Eligibility: Veterans and eligible spouses may qualify for priority of service; specialized assistance and program benefits depend on eligibility.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Entrepreneurship · Career counseling · Training and certifications
VA Veteran Readiness and Employment self-employment pathway may help eligible veterans assess a business idea, develop a business plan, and obtain guidance on operating a small business.
Eligibility: Requires eligibility for and enrollment in VR&E, a service-connected disability and employment barrier, and meeting Self-Employment track requirements. Approval is individualized.
Coverage: nationwide, online
Visit resource website →Entrepreneurship · Training and certifications
VA explains how eligible veterans and service members may use qualifying education benefits for approved entrepreneurship training to learn about starting or growing a business.
Eligibility: Available to qualifying beneficiaries of specified GI Bill programs for approved training; individual benefit and course approval rules apply. DEA dependents are not eligible for this benefit.
Coverage: nationwide, online
Visit resource website →Employment rights · Job search
Official U.S. Army benefits guidance explaining American Samoa government hiring preference, including additional examination points for eligible veterans, disabled veterans, and surviving spouses.
Eligibility: Eligibility depends on qualifying military service and discharge, service-connected disability status, or surviving-spouse status; applies to qualifying territorial government competitive examinations.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Employment rights · Job search
West Virginia government overview of veteran preference points in qualifying state civil service examinations, including additional preference for certain disabled veterans or Purple Heart recipients.
Eligibility: Qualifying veterans must meet West Virginia civil service preference rules; additional points may apply to eligible disabled veterans and Purple Heart recipients.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Training and certifications · Military transition
Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs guidance on paid apprenticeship and on-the-job training pathways that may qualify for VA education benefits when the specific program is approved.
Eligibility: Veterans and other eligible VA education beneficiaries must qualify for the relevant GI Bill benefit and enroll in an approved apprenticeship or on-the-job training program; program admission requirements vary.
Coverage: state, online
Visit resource website →Veteran Compass is developing partnerships with regional organizations that help veterans find employment and career assistance.
No employment partners are publicly listed yet. Organizations will appear only after review and explicit consent to publication. Free employment resources remain available regardless of partnerships.
Veteran Compass is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or the U.S. Department of Labor. Future paid partner placements will be clearly labeled and will not determine access to free employment resources.