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What jobs are available for veterans?
Here are eight of the best jobs for veterans:
| Profession | Annual Median Salary* | Growth Outlook* |
|---|---|---|
| Information security analyst | $90,120 | 18% |
| Management consultant | $81,320 | 14% |
| Nurse practitioner | $104,740 | 31% |
| Operations research analyst | $78,630 | 30% |
How do I know if I am a protected veteran?
You are a “protected veteran” under VEVRAA if you belong to one of the categories of veterans described below: Recently Separated Veteran A veteran separated during the three- year period beginning on the date of the veteran’s discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military.
Why is it hard for veterans to find jobs?
Like other Americans, veterans have benefited from a roaring economy and a robust labor market. But as a group, they are often hampered by the difficulty of converting skills gained in wars to private-sector jobs, a lack of strong professional networks and a culture of treating veterans as charity cases.
Do all veterans get GI Bill?
GI Bill benefits help you pay for college, graduate school, and training programs. Since 1944, the GI Bill has helped qualifying Veterans and their family members get money to cover all or some of the costs for school or training. View your GI Bill Statement of Benefits.
What’s the difference between a veteran and a protected veteran?
A recently separated veteran is a protected veteran when they separate from the military/stop serving on active duty and for three years afterward. This three year period begins on the date of discharge/release from active duty.
Does being a protected veteran help?
If you do, you are entitled to legal protection against discrimination due to being a veteran or having a disability due to your military service. You’re further entitled to the benefits listed above, regarding employer-provided accommodations, if needed to perform the job you are otherwise qualified for.