10 Job Search Resources & Programs for Military Spouses

ByJessica Howington, Senior Content Manager

There can rarely be too much help or support during a job search. Andmilitary spouses face unique job search challenges beyond the average job seeker’s．与移动每两个three years and juggling inconsistent childcare responsibilities,military spouse unemployment is at least 22%, with a 26% wage gap to their civilian counterparts.

If you’re reading this, the chances are that these statistics are very familiar to you. Suppose you’re one of the estimated 600,000 military spouses. In that case, you might be struggling with creating a cohesive career or finding a creative way to present all of the knowledge you bring to prospective employers. There’s no one-size-fits-all support group, as each spouse has unique needs. So, we’ve curated a list of organizations that provide various job search resources for military spouses.

Supporting Military Spouses

Many military spouses struggle tofind flexible work options．They need frequent recertification across state lines and location-independent roles. Supporting those needs, the following organizations连接military spouses with employers, offer job search and career advice, and open the door to flexible work options．And all of these organizations seek to ensure that the sacrifice military spouses make doesn’t come at the cost oftheir own career goals．

1.ACP Active Duty Spouse Program

Launched in 2018, the Active Duty Spouse Program from American Corporate Partners (ACP) has worked to pair some of the 600,000 spouses of active-duty military up with a “year-long, customized, one-on-one mentorship.” Through the program, mentors are hand-selected to offer career coaching in personally relevant professional development, interview preparation, and networking skills.

2.Blue Star Families

Blue Star Families was founded by military spouses in 2009 to “empower these families to thrive…overcoming the isolation of frequent moves and the economic insecurity” that frequently accompanies a military lifestyle. With an exclusive SpouseForce Virtual Community, Blue Star Families ishelping military spouses connect with Military-Friendly Employersor build their entrepreneurial dreams for financial freedom.

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Here at FlexJobs, flexible work is our jam. We support work flexibility for all, includingmilitary spouses．Here, you’ll find new positions are posted daily in the form of part-time, freelance, remote, and flexible schedule jobs, among others. FlexJobs is also an excellent place to find actionable advice, such as definingtransferrable skillsandnetworking tipsspecific to military spouses.

4.Hiring Our Heroes

As a resource for military-affiliated individuals, Hiring Our Heroes provides a range ofsupport services for military spouses looking for employment．In addition to offering networking opportunities, Hiring Our Heroes connects spouses with mentors, provides resume writing support, and offers over 50 annual career fairs through both virtual and in-person events.

5.Military OneSource

Another excellent resource for military spouses is Military OneSource. This Department of Defense-funded site is unique among the list, as its focus isn’t solely on military spouse employment but on assisting with any goals to obtain an advanced degree. Here, military spouses will find “comprehensive education and career guidance.” One of its many support areas is career coaching and exploring scholarship opportunities.

6.Military Spouse Advocacy Network

The Military Spouse Advocacy Network (MASN) collaborates with official military resources and partner organizations to help ensure that “no spouse is left behind.” Through mentorship,military spouses can locatean advocate to help navigate the employment hurdles they face．From assistance with state-to-state licensing requirements to leadership development opportunities, MASN is advocating for our military families one at a time.

7.Military Spouse Corporate Career Network

The Military Spouse Corporate Career Network (MSCCN) is dedicated to connecting military spouses to career opportunities. Understanding the challenges firsthand, MSCCN was created by a military spouse to help combat the impact that constant relocation and military life create on employment opportunities for U.S. military spouses worldwide. Focusing on portable careers, MSCCN providesemployment referrals, job-placement solutions, and job programs for military-affiliated individuals．

8.Military Spouse Employment Partnership

initia国防部的一部分tives surrounding military spouses, the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP) seeks to be a targeted solution for military spouses. MSEP assists with recruiting and working to ensure stable employment for spouses. Several of MSEP’s initiatives achieve this by connecting them with organizations committed to hiring military spouses and ensuring that they’re job-ready and competitive in the workforce.

9.National Military Family Association

Focusing on supporting military spouses through scholarships, the National Military Family Association (NMFA) stands apart with “no rank restrictions, degree restrictions, and other hoops to jump through.” Military spouses can receive a scholarship more than once and apply it for various needs, such as continuing education, business expenses, and degrees from your GED to your PhD. Tohelp military spouses bridge the financial gap between themselves and their goals, NMFA also coordinates partner scholarships.

10.USO Pathfinder

The USO Pathfinder Transition Program extends the USO resources and opportunities to military spouses. With options for professional development through a personalized action plan, military spouses can find support for education, career mentoring, and developing career goals.

Locate the Support You Need

No matter where you are stationed currently, you shouldn’t feel alone. Most military spouses understand the feeling of upheaval and isolation that can come with each new duty assignment.Finding a portable careerorlaunching a freelancing careercanhelp military spouses find career continuityand calm a bit of the anxiety when they relocate next. These resources are a great place to start your search for career and job-placement support.

And FlexJobs can also help you build your career while you're supporting your family. Many military spouses have found that work-from-anywhere jobs create the career continuity they so desperately seek. We have jobs listed in over 50 categories, and our database is updated daily. Take the tour to learn more about the benefits of a FlexJobs membership!

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