Veteran Career & Transition

One-on-one Career Counseling, Veteran-to-Veteran

 Transitioning to Civilian Life - The Right Way!

Since 2006, Still Serving Veterans has empowered thousands of Veterans to find fulfilling careers through our no-cost career and transition counseling services. We offer practical advice to help you navigate the challenging path to meaningful post-military work and build a civilian life you’ll love. We're here to support you wherever you live.

Our career counselors are Veterans who understand the unique needs of Veterans and their families. They provide personalized, relationship-based career counseling. We assist all Veterans, transitioning military service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and military spouses—always free of charge.

Veteran-to-Veteran Job Search Assistance:

  • Develop a Plan

  • Craft a Targeted Resume

  • Engage via LinkedIn

  • Workshops & Education Advice

  • Interview Prep

  • Navigating Salary Negotiations

Client Testimonials

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Kristal H.
Kristal H.

“SSV understands the difficulty transitioning service members face getting into civil employment. The mentorship, guidance and support from SSV was a light in a dark employment situation for me.”

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Kerchell S.
Kerchell S.

Kerchell's military identity had been deeply ingrained in her, shaping her confidence and self-worth. When she left the service, adjusting to a new civilian identity and culture was one of her toughest challenges.

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Aaron R.
Aaron R.

Be open to having “Areas to Improve” as you leave the military.

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Charles
Charles

"Don't give up, be that multi-tool of experience no matter how small it is. Don't undersell yourself and don't oversell yourself.”

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Cody D.
Cody D.

Cody's journey serves as a reminder to fellow Veterans that help is available, and organizations like Still Serving Veterans are here to provide the personalized support needed to navigate life beyond the military.

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Daniel G.
Daniel G.

"I am presently surprised at how easy the transition was by doing all the classes and courses that Still Serving Veterans offered.”

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Joe H.
Joe H.

“I was very pleased with the results as Steve was very proactive with checking in on me and providing me with new techniques. I was quickly hired to a new job just a few weeks after retirement,” Joe said of his experience.

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Mathew C.
Mathew C.

“Being in the military is a very secure life position, and after 20 years of having that kind of job security, not having a job and searching for one was stressful and anxiety producing."

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Brandan B.
Brandan B.

Veterans leaving the military often find themselves grappling with the task of translating their military experience into something that makes sense to civilian employers. Learn how Brandan took his highly specialized and technical military skills and found a civilian equivalent.

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Security Careers: A Veteran Security Team
Security Careers: A Veteran Security Team

Mr. Scheffler is a former Marine and one of several Veterans who are proud members of the Security & Safety team at Huntsville Hospital Health System. Basic Military training instilled a strong sense of teamwork and provides the tools this team uses daily to assess and de-escalate situations quickly.

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Adrian H.
Adrian H.

Not everyone who leaves the Military does so by choice… sometimes an unexpected event causes an injury or health change forcing a drastic course shift. SSV has Veteran Career Counselors standing ready to listen and help you build a new future after medical discharge.

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Jason L.
Jason L.

Making the move from service member to civilian success - “I spent a lot of time wondering if I would ever land the right job for me. I was afraid I would be like scores of other vets who jump from place to place looking for the right landing spot. My SSV career counselor guided me, coached me, and pointed me in the right direction.” - Jason, US Air Force

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Career Blogs & Tips

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A LinkedIn Guide For Military Veterans
A LinkedIn Guide For Military Veterans

LinkedIn is a vital tool for job seekers, with 87% of recruiters using it to find or vet candidates. A well-optimized profile can significantly enhance your job prospects, showcasing your professional journey, networking opportunities, and visibility to potential employers.

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Veteran Benefits You May Not Know About
Veteran Benefits You May Not Know About

Did you know Veterans have benefits that are not medical and education based? Or maybe you have only used a fraction of what you already knew about. Did you know benefits are added from time to time? Check these out!

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Investing in Continuous Learning: Empowering Transitioning Service Members for Civilian Success
Investing in Continuous Learning: Empowering Transitioning Service Members for Civilian Success

Investing in continuous learning does not have to mean going to school full-time to get a better job out of the service.

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Unlocking Success: A Veteran Job Search Guide to Mastery
Unlocking Success: A Veteran Job Search Guide to Mastery

As Veterans embark on this journey, a roadmap to job search success becomes essential. Here's a comprehensive guide crafted to empower veterans in navigating their career transitions with confidence and purpose:

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Training & Job Fairs

Mark your calendar to attend an upcoming Job Fair or any of our no-cost, virtual, career training courses to gain valuable knowledge and network with other Veterans.

Events
November Veteran Hiring Events
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November Veteran Hiring Events

Get registered for November Veteran hiring events located all over the country!

November Veteran Employment Workshops
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November Veteran Employment Workshops

Take a look at SSV’s Veteran employment workshops taking place virtually in November.

Fort Moore GA - Navigating the Transition Wilderness - A Candid, In-Depth Life Planning Workshop
Feb 19
Fort Moore GA - Navigating the Transition Wilderness - A Candid, In-Depth Life Planning Workshop

Uncertain about what you really want to do after the Military Stationed at or near Fort Moore? Leaving the Army soon? If so, sign up for this intensive, day long, life planning workshop. Take charge of your Transition. (In-Person, No Fee)

Recruit Military Job board

Helping Veterans with employment is a team effort. Still Serving Veterans is proud to partner with RecruitMilitary, an organization that sponsors more than 100 job fairs in 52 cities, every year. If you’re ready to share your resume with employers, you can search open positions through Recruit Military. If you think your resume might need some work, schedule an appointment with an SSV career counselor.

Confirmed Hires Reports

2022 YTD Confirmed Hires Report

Check out a copy of our year-to-date Confirmed Veteran Hires Report for 2022 to see a list of the Veterans we have helped so far this year find jobs.

2021 Total Confirmed Hires Report

Check out the Confirmed Veteran Hires Report for 2021 to see a list of the Veterans we helped find jobs.

2020 Total Confirmed Hires Report

Check out the Confirmed Veteran Hires Report for 2020 (Jan. 01 - Dec. 31).

Our Goal

Still Serving Veterans' primary mission is to offer no-cost career and transition counseling services that help Veterans build rewarding careers and meaningful lives. All of our services are offered at no cost to the Veterans and employers we serve through the generosity of our benefactors; the Call of Duty Endowment, The Alpha Foundation, The Boeing Company, and many, many more individuals like you.