Federal hiring preferences, transition programs, and resources to give your civilian career the best start.
Federal Hiring Preferences
Veterans with a service-connected disability of 10% or more, Purple Heart recipients, and certain surviving spouses/widows.
+10 points added to passing civil service exam scores.
Veterans who served on active duty (not National Guard or Reserve) during specific periods or campaigns.
+5 points added to passing civil service exam scores.
Agencies are required to have annual affirmative action plans for veterans with disabilities.
Agencies track and report hiring of disabled veterans annually.
Key Programs
Federal hiring preference giving veterans an edge in competitive federal hiring.
DoD program allowing transitioning service members to intern at civilian companies for up to 180 days before separation — while still receiving pay and benefits.
Transition Assistance Program providing pre-separation career services, resume workshops, and federal hiring guidance.
Free career coaching, resume writing, and job placement assistance for veterans and military spouses.
Free mentoring program matching veterans with business professionals at major U.S. corporations for career development.
The official federal job site. Filter by "Veteran Preference" to see positions that give your preference a boost.