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Local company helps veterans get work

U.S. veterans dedicated their lives to serving our country. Now, one company wants to thank them for their hard work — by putting them to work!

Careers for Heroes is a new job-hiring online platform — specifically for veterans. Think of Monster for the military! Window World, America’s largest replacement window company, with local offices in our area, created and launched the new and innovative online tool to educate and hire veterans.

The transition into civilian life can be tough, and many vets don’t know how to translate their skills to jobs outside the military. Through careersforheroes.org, veterans will receive training and support to help them transition into a new and exciting career.

Consider this:

Nearly 50 percent of veterans struggled to find a job in their desired field after leaving the military. (Edelman)

While 84 percent of employers view veterans as heroes in their communities, most don’t necessarily consider them to be strategic assets. (Edelman)

More than one-third of service members and veterans feel insecure about their financial futures, and 36 percent of veterans say dealing with employment is one of their top issues. (Blue Star Families)

From military to civilian jobs, what makes the transition tricky?

According to Military.com, there are several main reasons it’s difficult for veterans to find civilian jobs:

Skills Don’t Translate – Veterans often have a difficult time translating their job skills into civilian terms, and employers don’t always take the time to learn military acronyms.

Skills Don’t Match – Servicemen and women have leadership skills and know how to work in a team, but employers often look for specific skills. Veterans should consider classes or training in a new field. Careers for Heroes offers veterans the training they need to try something new.

Veterans Face Stereotypes – Some employers have pre-existing stereotypes about members of the armed forces, and may believe they won’t fit into the corporate culture. Fortunately, many companies welcome veterans with open arms and support their efforts to transition into civilian life.

It’s Tough to Get Acclimated – Many questions surface as veterans transition into the civilian workforce: What do I wear? Do I leave for lunch? What happens if I work overtime? Careers for Heroes can help veterans gain an understanding of life after the military.

Published August 16, 2019









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