The biggest challenge for Veterans transitioning from active duty to civilian life is in trying to figure out how they can present themselves as skilled workers to the new/potential corporate employers.
“All the work that I’ve done are from my military service. What value can I bring to a civilian employer?”
We, at Hire Veterans Job Board, often see this among our job seekers. A Veteran with experience in building advanced roads during deployment will still hesitate to apply for a road construction job all because he thinks he falls short in terms of the technical qualifications or educational background for this coveted position. This article aims to help you to think otherwise.
Contrary to how you are feeling or thinking about your “lack of” qualifications, your past occupational skills during your military service are VALUABLE to employers.
The above examples are just the tip of the huge iceberg of skill sets that each and every Veteran are uniquely exposed, trained and equipped to do while in service. We have not even mentioned your mine sweeping and munitions removal experiences that saved multiple lives. Veteran skills are proven to be of employment value when brought forth to the recruiting table. You just need to learn how to collect your experience and transfer them into paper.
Never underestimate your Veteran competencies. Bring out your strengths and translate those military experiences to employable, hirable skills. Read our separate blog to help you create an effective Veteran resume.
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