Veteran Student Resources
Austin Peay State University has, by far, one of the largest military and veteran communities in the state of Tennessee. As a veteran, your unique skill set is highly valued by employers across all sectors. Your military experience has equipped you for various responsibilities, and exploring your interests will aid in your transition to a civilian career. At APSU, we are committed to helping our student veterans succeed and achieve their goals.
Support on Campus
Newton Military Family Resource Center
The state’s largest, by far, military student center is located at APSU. The William E. & Sadako S. Newton Military Family Resource Center provides the University’s military-affiliated students – MAS (active-duty military, veterans, reservists, National Guard members, ROTC cadets, retirees, and military families) with a one-stop shop for most of their social, financial, and academic needs.
Researching Internships, Jobs, Opportunities, and More
There are no limits to the range of employment possibilities available to you. To help narrow your search, try using “veteran” in keyword searches to find specific opportunities where an employer has specified a preference for hiring veterans or strongly encourages applicants with military experience. There are also many job boards dedicated to the military and veteran community.
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50Strong - Connects employers to veterans through events, a job board for positions, and more.
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Corporate Gray - Connecting Employers with Military Veterans
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Feds Hire Vets - An online site for Federal employment information for Veterans
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Hire Veterans - Hire veterans job board
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Military 2 Career - Connecting veterans with great opportunities
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My Next Move - A search engine for career keywords, browsing careers by industry, and finding careers like your military jobs.
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American Corporate Partners - Connects veteran protégés with corporate mentors for a yearlong mentorship based on career objectives and professional experiences.
Crafting Your Resume for Civilian Positions
Whether you choose to include your military experience on a resume is a personal choice and there is no correct answer. The skills gained through service, including teamwork, leadership, communication, decision-making, work ethic, and more, are highly sought after by employers, and highlighting them effectively can help improve your candidacy. If you do choose to include service experience, it’s likely that a hiring manager will not be familiar with military terminology or references, so use common/civilian language.
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Veteran Resume Example – CCDAE
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Base Ops – Transitioning - Resume Tips for Transitioning Military Professionals
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O*NET online - A database of military occupational classifications listing associated tasks, tools, technology, and skills needed to perform in the position.
Addressing Combat Experience or Disabilities During the Job Search Process
If you have combat experience or any service-related disabilities, choosing whether to share that information with a prospective employer is highly personal. You are not required to disclose this information, even if asked, however, employers may be required to make appropriate accommodations if requested, as many veterans are protected by discrimination in employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act.