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Veteran Resources Directory

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Curated resources for every stage of military transition — career support, education benefits, job search, mental health, legal rights, and more. All external resources are vetted. Our own tools are highlighted separately.

📋 100+ resources across 10 categories · Updated 2026

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AI Career Builder AppOur Tool

Full AI career suite — resume builder, cover letter generator, job match analyzer, LinkedIn optimizer, interview simulator, salary negotiator, and more. Pre-fills from your military profile.

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MOS → Civilian Career TranslatorOur Tool

Translate any Army MOS, Navy Rate, Marine MOS, Air Force AFSC, Coast Guard Rating, or Space Force AFSC into civilian job titles, salary ranges, and certifications.

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60-Question Career AssessmentOur Tool

RIASEC career personality assessment built for veterans. Results blend with your MOS and experience to surface careers where both your personality and background point in the same direction.

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VA Disability Calculator & Rating ScheduleOur Tool

Full 2026 CFR 38 disability rating schedule plus a combined rating calculator that factors in dependents, A&A, children, and parents. Most comprehensive free VA disability tool available.

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Reenlist vs Separate CalculatorOur Tool

Full financial forecast comparing military vs civilian life — includes real civilian costs (rent, food, health insurance, car, childcare) and VA disability compensation on both sides.

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Federal Job SearchOur Tool

Search live federal openings filtered by keyword, location, GS grade, clearance, and veterans preference — links directly to USAJobs.gov with all filters pre-applied.

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ETS Transition ChecklistOur Tool

Personalized month-by-month checklist from 12 months before ETS through 6 months after separation. Adjust for your situation, print it, and bring it to your TAP appointment.

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Veteran Salary Data by MOSOur Tool

Real civilian salaries submitted anonymously by veterans. Search by MOS, industry, clearance level, and location. Submit your own salary to help the next veteran.

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Mental Health Resources & Crisis SupportOur Tool

Crisis lines, SAMHSA treatment locator by ZIP code, PTSD support, addiction recovery, and financial assistance resources. 39+ verified resources, updated 2026.

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All 50 State Veterans BenefitsOur Tool

Comprehensive guide to state-specific veteran benefits — property tax exemptions, education benefits, employment preference, and more for all 50 states.

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DD-214 Decoder & Benefits UnlockedOur Tool

Enter your DD-214 info and get a complete breakdown of every benefit you earned — VA healthcare priority group, GI Bill tier, home loan status, state benefits, federal employment preference, and key deadlines.

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Security Clearance Job MatchOur Tool

Your clearance is worth $20K–$60K in salary premium. Get matched cleared roles, real salary data, top hiring companies, and negotiation intel for your exact clearance level and MOS.

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LinkedIn Profile AI RewriterOur Tool

Get a complete civilian rewrite of your LinkedIn headline, About section, and experience bullets — ready to paste. No military jargon. Built to get veterans noticed by civilian recruiters.

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Federal Resume AI BuilderOur Tool

Federal resumes are 3-5 pages with mandatory fields — submitting a civilian resume to USAJobs is why most veterans never get called. Get a properly formatted federal resume ready to paste into USAJobs.

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Salary Negotiation Role-PlayOur Tool

Practice the real negotiation conversation. AI plays the hiring manager, offers low, pushes back when you cave, and coaches you through every exchange with real-time feedback until you win.

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Transition Timeline PlannerOur Tool

Personalized week-by-week action plan from 18 months before ETS through 6 months post-separation. Covers VA claim timing, job search, housing, finances, benefits enrollment, and common mistakes by rank.

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Veteran Business & SBA Funding AIOur Tool

Every SBA program, veteran business grant, and SDVOSB opportunity you actually qualify for — with a readiness score, realistic eligibility assessment, and 60-day action plan.

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VA Home Loan & Housing AnalyzerOur Tool

Honest financial analysis of your VA loan situation — buy vs rent math, funding fee calculation (and waiver if 10%+ disabled), market conditions, PCS timing impact, and the common mistakes that cost veterans $30K+.

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💼 Career Support & Mentorship

50 StrongCareer Support

Veteran-focused career development providing mentorship, networking, and transition support for military personnel and spouses entering civilian careers.

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7 Eagle GroupCareer Support

Connects military veterans with career opportunities and helps service members transition into meaningful civilian employment across industries.

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ACP — American Corporate PartnersCareer Support

Free one-on-one mentorship pairing veterans and military spouses with corporate professionals for career guidance. Year-long mentorship program at no cost.

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DebriefedCareer Support

Career transition platform built for veterans providing personalized guidance, job matching, and tools to navigate the shift from military to civilian employment.

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FourBlockCareer Support

Free career readiness workshops helping veterans develop the professional and soft skills needed to succeed in the civilian workforce. Columbia University partnership.

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Helmets to HardhatsCareer Support

National program connecting veterans with quality careers in the construction industry through apprenticeship and union trade training programs.

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Hiring Our HeroesCareer Support

U.S. Chamber of Commerce program connecting veterans and military spouses with employers through nationwide hiring events, fellowships, and career services.

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Hire Heroes USACareer Support

Free one-on-one career coaching, resume assistance, and interview preparation for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. Nonprofit, no cost.

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MilMentorCareer Support

Mentorship platform connecting transitioning service members with professionals who have successfully navigated the military-to-civilian transition.

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MILIVATECareer Support

Veteran transition platform connecting service members with civilian career opportunities, education pathways, and employer partners committed to hiring military talent.

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Onward to Opportunity (O2O)Career Support

Free professional certifications and career coaching in high-demand fields (IT, project management, customer service) from Syracuse University's IVMF. Free for veterans.

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SkillBridgeCareer Support

DoD program allowing service members to gain civilian work experience through internships during their last 180 days of service. Keep your military pay while working civilian.

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VetNavProCareer Support

Veteran navigation platform guiding service members through transition — career path identification, benefits access, and connections to relevant support resources.

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🎓 Education & GI Bill

Act Now EducationEducation

Education and career counseling for service members, veterans, and military spouses. Helps maximize GI Bill benefits and choose the right educational path.

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Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD)VA Program

File your VA disability claim 90-180 days before separation so compensation can begin shortly after discharge. One of the most important pre-separation steps.

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FAFSA — Federal Student AidEducation

Apply for federal grants, work-study programs, and loans for college or career school. Use alongside GI Bill benefits to maximize your education funding.

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GI Bill — VA Education BenefitsVA Program

Official VA portal for education benefits. Learn about Post-9/11 GI Bill, Montgomery GI Bill, eligibility, school comparison, and how to apply for benefits.

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Joint Service Transcript (JST)Education

Official record of your military training, education, and occupation history. Essential for transferring military credits to civilian colleges. Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard.

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Operation CodeEducation

Nonprofit helping veterans and military spouses learn software development through mentorship, scholarships, and community support for breaking into tech.

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VR&E — Veteran Readiness & EmploymentVA Program

VA Chapter 31 program helping veterans with service-connected disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain civilian careers through vocational training and education benefits.

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🔍 Job Search & Employers

CareerFinJob Search

Career and financial planning platform for veterans and military families — job searching, salary benchmarking, and financial goal-setting for civilian transition.

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ClearanceJobsJob Search

Largest career network for professionals with active federal security clearances. High-paying roles that value your military clearance and security experience.

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Hiring CafeJob Search

Streamlined job search platform aggregating opportunities from multiple sources, making it easier to find and apply for positions matching your skills.

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LinkedIn for VeteransJob Search

Free 1-year LinkedIn Premium Career subscription for eligible U.S. veterans — includes InMail, applicant insights, LinkedIn Learning, and job search tools.

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USAJobs.govJob Search

The official federal government job board. Veterans preference applies automatically. Search by keyword, location, agency, GS grade, and clearance level.

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VetJobsJob Search

Free career placement and job board for military veterans, retirees, Guard, Reserve, and spouses. 111,000+ verified placements since 2010.

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Military.com Veteran JobsJob Search

Veteran-specific job board, Real MOS Experience Translator, career advice, and hiring fair listings. One of the largest veteran job search platforms with employer connections.

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RecruitMilitaryJob Search

100+ veteran-focused job fairs annually (virtual and in-person) plus a job board and employer connections. One of the largest veteran recruiting organizations.

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🏥 VA Benefits & Official Resources

VA Disability & CompensationVA Official

Official VA portal for disability compensation. File a claim, check your rating, understand eligibility, and access additional benefits tied to your disability rating.

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VA Home LoanVA Official

Official VA home loan program. Zero down payment, no PMI, competitive rates. Apply for your Certificate of Eligibility and find VA-approved lenders.

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TRICARE After SeparationVA Official

Understand TRICARE options after leaving the military — TRICARE Young Adult, Reserve Select, Retired Reserve, and transition coverage options.

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VGLI — Veterans' Group Life InsuranceVA Official

Convert your SGLI to VGLI within 1 year and 120 days of separation — no medical exam required. Don't miss this window.

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VA Benefits — Full OverviewVA Official

Complete overview of all VA benefits available to veterans — from healthcare and education to home loans, life insurance, burial benefits, and memorial affairs.

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MilCalcCalculator

Military pay and benefits calculator estimating retirement pay, disability compensation, and financial benefits to help plan your transition timeline.

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Discharge Upgrade — Swords to PlowsharesLegal Aid

Free legal help for veterans seeking discharge upgrades, especially for PTSD and MST-related cases. Know your rights and appeal pathways.

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📄 Resume & Application Tools

Best Military ResumeResume Service

Professional resume writing services specializing in translating military experience into civilian-friendly resumes that highlight skills and accomplishments.

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Resume.ioResume Tool

Automated resume building with templates, job tracking, and application management. Good for quickly generating a base resume to customize.

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Overleaf (LaTeX Resumes)Resume Tool

Professional LaTeX editor for creating polished, well-formatted resumes. Especially useful for technical and engineering roles where formatting precision matters.

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OPM Federal Resume GuideResume Tool

Official guidance on writing USAJobs-compliant federal resumes. Federal resumes are significantly different from civilian resumes — understand the format before applying.

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🤝 Mental Health & Wellness

Veterans Crisis LineCrisis Support

Free, confidential crisis support 24/7/365. Call or text 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat online. Real people who understand military service.

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SAMHSA Treatment LocatorFind Help

Find local mental health and substance use treatment facilities by ZIP code. The most comprehensive directory of licensed treatment centers in the U.S.

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VA PTSD & Mental HealthVA Resource

VA mental health resources including PTSD treatment, MST support, telehealth counseling, and the Whole Health program. Free for eligible veterans.

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VA Vet CentersCommunity Support

Community-based counseling centers providing readjustment counseling, PTSD treatment, and bereavement counseling. Walk-ins welcome, no VA enrollment required.

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NAMI — National Alliance on Mental IllnessMental Health

Free education programs, support groups, and crisis resources. NAMI has a dedicated military and veteran focus with specialized programs for service members and families.

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⚖️ Legal & Financial Resources

💻 Tech Career Pathways

Cloud VeteransTech Career

Nonprofit helping veterans launch cloud computing careers through free AWS certification training, mentorship, and connections to hiring employers in cloud/tech.

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Developer RoadmapsTech Learning

Interactive roadmaps and guides for choosing your software development path — frontend, backend, DevOps, cybersecurity, and more. Community-maintained and free.

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Boot.devTech Learning

Gamified backend development platform covering Python, Go, and JavaScript through interactive courses. Project-driven path to a software engineering career.

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VetSecCybersecurity

Dedicated to helping veterans break into cybersecurity through training, certifications, mentorship, and job placement assistance in the security field.

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Service 2 SoftwareTech Career

Helps veterans launch careers in tech through training, mentorship, and pathways into software development and IT roles. Built by veterans, for veterans.

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RedeployableTech Career

AI-powered platform mapping military skills to 1,000+ civilian career paths with job simulations. Strong focus on tech roles. UK-founded but serves U.S. veterans.

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