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2.7. Resources for Section 2

The resources mentioned within this Knowledge Book are certainly not all inclusive of the many resources out there to help you succeed.  The most important resource you have is the creation of a network of support.  Surround yourself with people who can help you, who you can turn to at any time, and who have your best interests in mind.  Do not expect these people to make decisions for you – but use them as a way to educate yourself to make informed decisions about your education and your career.  

Military Translators

• O*NET military crosswalk
• My Next Move for Vets
• VA for Vets

Assessments

• My Next Move for Vets
• VA for Vets online Career Center
• VetJobs'  https://vetjobs.com/veterans-employment

Military Search Engines

• Military.com
• https://www.hireheroesusa.org/
• Veterans Employment Center
• Mil2Fed

Support in Your Community

• Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialist
• American Job Centers  https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/training/onestop
• State Directors of Employment and Training   https://www.usa.gov/federal-agencies/employment-and-training-administration
•  "How to Find a Job" article by VetJobs  https://vetjobs.com/

Researching Jobs/Occupations/Careers

• https://www.bls.gov/audience/jobseekers.htm
  
• O*NETResume Checklist from Monash University:  

Networking

• LinkedIn's veteran resources
• https://www.military.com/veteran-jobs  from Military.com

Resume

• Resume Profile Template
• Monash University Resume Writing Guide
• Resume Templates and Advice
• Personal Branding Guides from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce  
• VA for Vets Career Center resume builder

Accommodations Information

• An interactive process
• Job Accommodation Network
• Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program

Mentors

• American Corporate Partners
• Veterans Career Network http://www.usvetscareernetwork.com/

Federal Employment

• USA Jobs
• Veterans' Preference
• Veterans' Preference Advisor https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/medalawa.htm
• Feds Hire Vets
• Feds Hire Vets agency directory
• VA for VETS

Special Hiring Authorities in Federal Employment

• Veterans' Recruitment Appointment
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act of 1998, as amended
• 30% or More Disabled Veteran
• Disabled Veterans Enrolled in a VA Training Program
• Schedule A Appointing Authority

Private Industry

• Personal Branding Guides from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• Guide to Leading Policies, Practices & Resources: Supporting the Employment of Veterans and Military Families from https://ivmf.syracuse.edu/programs/higher-education from the  Institute for Veterans and Military Families
• Idealist
• VetJobs's Niche job sites

Self-Employment

• Small Business Administration's Office of Veterans Business Development. 
• Entrepreneurship Boot Camp for Veterans with Disabilities
• International Franchise Association's VetFran

Volunteering and Internships

• VA's VetSuccess Non-Paid Work Experience program
• United We Serve
• The Mission Continues
• Corporation for National and Community Service
• AmeriCorp https://www.usa.gov/federal-agencies/americorps
• Operation Warfighter

Other Employment Resources

• CareerOneStop
• Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E)
• State Departments of Labor and/or Veterans Affairs
• Local Vet Centers
• National Resource Directory https://nrd.gov/
• Google for Vets