​Military Transition & Career Development Resources

I. Assessments & Self-Discovery

• CareerScope Interest & Aptitude Assessment: Comprehensive assessment tool for identifying career interests and aptitudes - https://www.careerscope.net/
• O*NET Interest Profiler: Free career interest assessment to explore careers that match your interests - https://www.mynextmove.org/explore/interests
• O*NET Military-to-Civilian Occupation Translator: Tool to translate military occupations into civilian career equivalents - https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/military/

 
II. Job Search & Labor Market Information (LMI)

• Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): Comprehensive and up-to-date labor market information - https://www.bls.gov/
• Bureau of Labor Statistics Resources for Jobseekers: Specialized BLS resources for job search assistance - https://www.bls.gov/jsearch/
• Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook: Detailed career information including job outlook, wages, and education requirements - https://www.bls.gov/ooh/
• USAJOBS Pathways: Federal government internships and entry-level positions for students and recent graduates - https://www.usajobs.gov/students-and-recent-grads
• The National Labor Exchange (NLx): National job search platform connecting job seekers with employers
• My Next Move for Veterans: Career exploration tool specifically designed for veterans - https://www.mynextmove.org/veterans

 
CareerOneStop Resources:

• License Finder Tool: Find licensing requirements for various occupations - https://www.careeronestop.org/toolkit/licenses/find-licenses.aspx
• American Job Center Finder: Locate local employment assistance centers - https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/local-help.aspx
• Apprenticeship Finder: Search for apprenticeship opportunities - https://www.careeronestop.org/apprentships/

 
III. Education & Training

• Joint Services Transcript (JST): Official transcript of military education and training - https://jst.dodeducation.mil/
• Voluntary Education: Military education benefits and programs (varies by service branch)
• Community College of the Air Force (CCAF): Accredited degree programs for Air Force personnel - https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/CCAF/ and https://www.ccaf.edu/
• Coursera: Online learning platform with courses from top universities - https://www.coursera.org/
• AmeriCorps: National service programs offering education awards and career experience - https://www.americorps.gov/ and https://americorps.gov/
• United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): Apprenticeship opportunities during military service - https://www.usmap.osd.mil/

 
COOL Programs (Credentialing Opportunities On-Line):

• Army COOL: Civilian credentials related to Army occupations - https://www.cool.army.mil/
• Navy COOL: Civilian credentials for Navy occupations - https://www.cool.navy.mil/
• Marine Corps COOL: Civilian credentials for Marine Corps occupations - https://www.cool.navy.mil/usmc/
• Air Force COOL: Civilian credentials for Air Force occupations - https://www.cool.af.mil/
• Coast Guard COOL: Civilian credentials for Coast Guard occupations - https://www.cool.navy.mil/usmc/

 
IV. Veteran-Specific Resources & Federal Benefits

• National Resource Directory: Comprehensive directory of veteran resources and services - https://www.nrd.gov/ and https://www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov/
• milConnect: Portal for managing military benefits and records - https://milconnect.dmdc.mil/
• Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E): VA vocational rehabilitation program - https://www.benefits.va.gov/vocrehab/
• GI Bill® Comparison Tool: Compare education benefits and school programs - https://www.va.gov/education/gi-bill-comparison-tool/
• DoD SkillBridge: Industry training and civilian work experience program - https://skillbridge.osd.mil/
• TAP Events: Transition Assistance Program events and workshops https://tapevents.mil/
• Hire Veterans: Employment resources and job placement assistance https://hireveterans.com/

 
V. Transition & Support Organizations
Special Operations & Elite Unit Support:

• Special Operations Transition Foundation (SOTF): Specialized support for special operations veterans https://sotf.org/
• SOF Transition Assistance Resource (STAR): Resources specifically for special operations forces https://tampastarnetwork.com/
• The Honor Foundation: Career transition program for Navy SEALs and special operations veterans - https://honorfoundation.org/

 
 General Veteran Support Organizations:

• Onward to Opportunity (O2O): Career training and placement program - https://onwardtoopportunity.com/
• The COMMIT Foundation: Mental health and transition support for veterans - https://commitfoundation.org/
• Wounded Warrior Project: Comprehensive support services for wounded veterans - https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/
• FourBlock: Career readiness program for military veterans - https://fourblock.org/
• American Corporate Partners (ACP): Mentorship and career counseling program https://www.acp-usa.org/
• Hiring Our Heroes: Employment assistance and job fairs for veterans https://www.hiringourheroes.org/
• USO: Support services for military members and families https://www.uso.org/

 
Business & Entrepreneurship:

• Small Business Administration (SBA): Resources for veteran entrepreneurs and small business owners - https://www.sba.gov/
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Internship opportunities and business resources - www.uschamber.com/internship-program

Regional Resources:

• Veterans Florida: State-specific veteran services and employment assistance - https://veteransflorida.org/
• Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce: Local business networking and employment resources https://www.tampabaychamber.com/
• The Donovan & Bank Foundation: Veteran support services https://www.donovanbank.org/

 
This resource list provides military members and veterans with tools for career assessment, job searching, education and training, federal benefits navigation, and transition support from specialized organizations. Each resource offers unique services to support successful military-to-civilian career transitions.