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Veteran Career Blog

Real guides for military-to-civilian transitions, MOS career paths, VA benefits, and federal jobs

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Featured
MOS Guide · Army
8 min
What Civilian Jobs Can a 68W (Combat Medic) Get?
Your 68W training is worth far more than you think. EMT, PA, RN, health admin — here's the full list with salary ranges.
April 2026 MOS Guide
Featured
MOS Guide · Army
7 min
25B IT Specialist: Civilian Career Translation Guide
From Tier 1 help desk to CISO — how your 25B experience maps to tech careers and what certifications to get first.
April 2026 MOS Guide
Resume Tips
6 min
7 Military Resume Mistakes That Kill Your Civilian Job Search
Using jargon, burying your rank, skipping metrics — veteran hiring managers reveal what gets resumes tossed.
April 2026 Resume Tips
Federal Jobs
5 min
What GS Grade Should an E-5 Sergeant Expect?
The military-to-GS pay conversion explained. Where E-4 through E-9 typically land and how to negotiate up.
March 2026 Federal Jobs
VA Benefits
6 min
Can You Work and Still Receive VA Disability Pay?
Yes — and most veterans should. Here's exactly how it works, what affects your rating, and what to watch out for.
March 2026 VA Benefits
MOS Guide · Army
9 min
11B Infantry: Civilian Careers That Actually Value Combat Experience
Law enforcement, security, project management, and more. The full career translation for the Army's most common MOS.
March 2026 MOS Guide
Career Paths
5 min
How Much Does a Security Clearance Add to Your Salary?
Secret clearance = +$15K average. TS/SCI = +$40K. Here's the data by job category and how to leverage yours.
March 2026 Career Paths
Career Paths
10 min
The 12 Best SkillBridge Programs for 2026 (Ranked)
Which programs actually lead to job offers? We ranked SkillBridge partners by hire rate, pay, and veteran reviews.
February 2026 Career Paths
VA Benefits
7 min
TSP vs 401(k): What Veterans Need to Know When Separating
Should you roll your TSP into a 401(k) or keep it? The definitive comparison for transitioning veterans.
February 2026 VA Benefits