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Army veteran sits inside a corporate office
March 14, 2024
Fellowship Helps 30-Year Army Veteran to ‘Test the Waters Without the Risk’ at Morgan Stanley

For Women’s History Month, Hiring Our Heroes checked in with U.S. Army veteran Kathy Cage for her advice on women transitioning into corporate America.

Articles Stories of Success Service Member Veteran
Marine standing front of flags
December 5, 2023
‘30 Interviews With More Than 25 Different Companies’: Veteran Optimizes His Job Search Through Corporate Fellowship

Marine Corps veteran Damien Guss landed a job with Zebra Technologies following his 12-week corporate fellowship.

Articles Stories of Success Employer Service Member
solar industry employees on roof
November 21, 2023
‘I Feel Like a Lieutenant Again’: Transitioning Service Member Launches Career in Solar Industry

U.S. Army veteran LaTisha Phillips completed hands-on training through the Solar Ready Vets Fellowship to guide her transition from active-duty soldier to a leadership role at Onyx Renewables.

Articles Career Planning Employer Service Member
October 4, 2023
Skills-Based Fellowships Prioritize Military Experience Over Education

Skills-based fellowships provide non-degreed transitioning service members with training to launch careers in high-demand fields.

Articles Career Planning Military Spouse Service Member
Janine Santiago speaks at an event
September 11, 2023
MSPN Volunteer Wants Military Spouses to Know They’re Not Alone in Their Struggles

Navy spouse Janine Santiago nurtures her professional relationships as a MSPN volunteer.

Articles Stories of Success Military Caregiver Military Spouse
Brothers stand side by side
July 17, 2023
In an Act of Brotherly Love, Marine Invites His Younger Sibling to Huntsville Event

Mark Frost wanted his brother to experience firsthand the opportunities available to him through Hiring Our Heroes.

Articles Stories of Success Service Member Veteran
Even when you are moving, Hiring Our Heroes will help you return to the workforce
May 2, 2023
‘It Was One of Those Pinch-Me Moments in Life’:  After a Pile of Rejections and an Unexpected Relocation, Military Spouse Finds Employment With USAA

This Marine Corps spouse is among the first 100 military spouses to participate in the Military Spouse Career Accelerator Pilot.

Articles Stories of Success Military Caregiver Military Spouse
Lockheed Martin interns listen to supervisor speaking
April 21, 2023
Resume Feedback, Networking Guidance Continue to Ring True Long After Completing Corporate Fellowship Program

U.S. Marine Corps veteran Chris Cockrell credits the business acumen learned during Hiring Our Heroes Fellows Programs for his long-term success at Lockheed Martin.

Articles Stories of Success Service Member
Man and woman smiling and looking to the right in conversation with a potential employer
April 4, 2023
3 Reasons Why Now Is the Right Time to Hire a Military Spouse

The Military Spouse Career Accelerator Pilot is a low-risk option for military-ready employers.

Articles In the Workplace Employer Military Spouse