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Employment Resources

There are many resources out there to help with your job search! We’ve linked a few of them to this site and hope you’ll take a few minutes to explore them. If you need help along the way, just let us know. Send an email to KYVETS.

Here you can start the career you have always dreamed about or find one you've never imagined.

Let's start with finding the civilian job that best suits your military occupation code.

Now that you are familiar with what your military career looks like in the civilian world let's get started on your resume! Why is a resume so important? A well-written resume has the power to open doors, and it's a tool that lets hiring managers know that YOU are the candidate they've been hoping for. We have compiled a list of resume writing tips and services that will get you noticed.

Veterans Employment Toolkit

Kentucky State Business Opportunities

Cabinet for Economic Development

As the primary state agency encouraging job creation, retention, and business investment in Kentucky, the Cabinet for Economic Development works to attract new industries and assists existing companies to grow and expand. The Cabinet also provides support and resources for entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners.

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How to start a new business in Kentucky.

If you are thinking of starting a business in Kentucky, learn the official steps in making that happen. One-Stop Kentucky will assist in the Planning, Naming, Tax information, Zoning, and how to obtain an Occupational License/Permits.

Additional Resources

U.S. National Security.

Accenture Federal Services – Free Salesforce job training and career accelerator program for Active Duty, Veterans, and Spouses through the Salesforce Military Alliance.
VetSuccess Academy – apart of the SANS Immersion Academy Program, 100% scholarship-based and no-cost to participants. Within six months of transition to NLT 10 years post-transition, no job history in Cybersecurity.
SAS – Free e-learning courses, software and certification exams offered to veterans. Apply the code

CyberVetsUSA – self-paced online training to be completed within 12-14 weeks.
Computer-Aided Technology – Free Solidworks training for veterans.
Warrior to Cyber Warrior – provides training, certification and a career path in cybersecurity at no charge.
Dolcoach.com – Veterans, First Responders,
US Valor – No cost cybersecurity 12-month apprenticeship obtaining professional certifications in the process.
Outside The Wire – CBTNuggets program for free IT training and coaching upon acceptance.
Cybrary – Free technical training courses.
VETS Group Training Academy – IT curriculum and individual courses for veterans.

Changing Lanes – Caliber Collision's 18-week auto body technician training program at no cost to the transitioning service member, 100% paid by the company with job placement upon completion.
With You With Me – Free courses for discovering career pathways, and job seeking resources.
Breakline – No cost cohorts for veterans pivoting into the tech industry along with workshops, resume reviews, and interview prep.
Workshops For Warriors – Schools for welding and machining for veterans with available scholarships.
PsychArmor Institute – Courses at no cost to individual learners covering a wide range of subjects.
Six Sigma Online – Free Six Sigma White Belt Certification

Job Skill Translation / Job Search

Microsoft - Helping Military Community find meaningful opportunities
Mil 2 Fed Jobs – No account required. Three step process to translate your MOS/NEC to civilian job.

Military Skills Translator – No account required. Two step process to translate your MOS/NEC to open civilian job. Then you can add additional filters to tailor your search.
CareerOneStop – Career exploration, training and job search.
My Next Move for Veterans – Career exploration.
Resume4Vets
Red Cross Skill Translator
ONet Military Crosswalk Search
MyNextMove.org
Vet Portal – Veterans Leadership Program job portal.
Warrior Integration Program – Bae Systems three-year rotational program setting the stage for progression in a new career.

Networking

LinkedIn – Free premium account for one year.

Job Search Platforms

MilitaryHire
HireMilitary
NAVNET
USAJobs
FedsHireVets
Silent Professionals
Careers at VA
Transition Organizations / Veteran Support Organizations

Hire Our Heroes – Veteran transition support resources and services.
Zero8Hundred – Veteran transition support resources and services
Hope For The Warriors – Programs offered to ensure a smooth transition.
Hire Heroes USA – Career coaching, resume writing, mock interviews, and job sourcing for veterans.
Team RWB – Social and physical enrichment activities for veterans.
VetLink – Service 2 School – Network of colleges and universities committed to expand access and opportunities to student veterans.
Yellow Ribbon Program – Participating schools assist veterans who have exhausted G.I. Bill benefits.
MEA Scholarships and Grants Listing – Listing of Organizations offering scholarships and grants.
MyCAA Scholarship – For spouses of service members of a certain rank.
Education Assistance and Scholarship Listing – For spouses of military service members.
Warrior-Scholar Project – Degree-specific workshops and academic bootcamps offered at 20 universities and colleges during the summer.
AmeriCorps – Earn resume-worthy experience, living allowance, and education award simply from your volunteer service. Serve full-time, part-time, or just for the summer.
National Military Family Association – Scholarships for spouses of active duty service members to include dual-military spouses.

Leadership Scholar Program – Assists qualified and honorable discharging Marines to continue education.
Filling in the Gaps – Further avenues for veteran's financial aid.
Pat Tillman Foundation – Scholarships for active duty, veterans, and spouses.
IVET – Scholarship grant program for veterans, spouses, active duty and their children.
Airport Minority Advisory Council – Scholarships for students that pursue careers in the aviation industry.

Apprenticeships / Internships / Externships / Fellowships

Apprenticeship.gov – Apprenticeship search engine.
Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) – Services with job training, employment accommodations, resume development, and job-seeking skills coaching.
Hiring Our Heroes – Fellowship options and resume-building engines.
DOD SkillBridge – Search for companies participating and offering apprenticeships to transitioning military.
USMAP – Trades related to MOS to be obtained while on active duty, along with other resources.
Transition Assistance Program – TAP online courses and events. Find events by service or partner.
Homegrown By Heroes

Other Resources

Act Now Education – Reliable resources for free courses, job searches, virtual jobs, as well as a retirement/transition checklist.
PATRIOTlink – Resource database filled with thousands of vetted, cost-free resources.
GuideStar – Non-profit organization research database with ratings of each.
Armed Services YMCA – Programs for military families such as after-school programs, food distribution, thrift stores, and more.
Boots 2 Business – Entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the SBA as a part of the Transition Assistance Program (TAP).
PMI – Free courses and resources.
Veteran ID Cards – Different types of Veteran Identification cards or designations, and how to apply.
Support the Enlisted Project – Support for enlisted service members, transitioning service members, veterans and spouses.
Veteran Resume EBook – National Veterans Foundation e-book on resume writing.
National Veterans Foundation – Job searching, veteran resources, and support.
First Command – Free financial advising for active duty service members.
Space A Travel – Retirees and Veterans with 100% permanent disability ratings are authorized.
Veteran Owned Business – Search for jobs, VSOs, discounts, and more by location.
Blue Star Families – Programs, benefits, and resources offered to active duty and veteran families for their service.
MilitaryOneSource.mil – Resources for service members, their children, and their spouses.
Requesting Military Records Post-Service – Directions on how to obtain your military records post- transition.
Veteran Training and Employment Programs with CISCO – Veteran Talent Incubation Program (VTIP).
Vets In Tech – Bootcamps to prepare veterans for tech certification exams.
Salute Heroes – Partnership with SkillSoft for courses with free Veterans Circle Membership.
FDM Veterans Program – IT and business academies.
Operation Gratitude – Free military care packages for deployed service members.
Operation Shoebox – Free care packages for service members at home and abroad.
Operation Not Alone – Free care packages to deployed service members.
Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) – Resources available to active duty, retiring/transitioning, veterans, spouses, and caregivers including Lawyers for Heroes.
Hidden Heroes – Resources for military caregivers and their families.
HireVets.gov – An award for employers who hire veterans.
Vettix – Tickets for sporting events, concerts, and shows offered to veterans and active duty service members.
Veterans United – Understanding your VA Home Loan through the interactive VA
Dogs On Deployment – Organization that supports deployed service members with volunteers to care for their pets.
Ultimate Military Discount Guide – 2021, search by state or category.
K9 for Warriors – Pairs service members and veterans suffering MST, PTSD or TBI with rescued and trained service dogs.
Veterans Leadership Program – Housing, employment, supportive, and wellness service for veterans.
Lone Survivor Foundation – Provides a no-cost post-traumatic growth program.
Camp Resilience – Free 3-4 day retreat for veterans and first responders with extensive resources.
Camp Patriot – Retreat for wounded or disabled veterans.
Veteran Leaders – Free books on leadership to include e-books.
Tech for Troops – Supplies qualifying veterans with refurbished computers with a fresh install of the Operating System (OS).
Work Vessels For Veterans – Assist veterans with acquiring critical new or used equipment for their companies.
Hope For Heroes – Recreational activities, and free sponsored events for military and first responders.