Can you get a government job after the military?

I'm considering joining the military after high school, but I'm curious about career options afterward. Are there specific government jobs that are easier to get with military experience? How do the skills gained in the military translate to government positions?

Absolutely! Veterans are often considered favorably for government jobs due to their unique skill sets, dedicated service, and experience with structured environments. There's even preferential hiring for military veterans in federal jobs under the Veterans' Preference program. This means when federal agencies fill vacancies, they can give hiring preference to veterans over non-veterans.

The skills you gain in the military can translate well to a variety of government positions. For instance, if you served in an intelligence role, you would be a strong candidate for a position in a government agency like the CIA or NSA. If you worked in logistics, there could be opportunities in agencies dealing with transportation or disaster response.

Additionally, jobs in the military often require strong leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. These, along with a solid work ethic and discipline, are traits highly sought after in various governmental positions.

Government agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, among others, tend to hire a significant number of veterans. Certain roles that could be of interest include Border Patrol Agent, Transportation Security Officer, Security Specialist, and Veterans Service Representative, to name a few.

However, each branch of the military offers different training programs and military occupational specialties, so the potential job opportunities after your service can depend on what you decide to do in the military. I recommend speaking with a recruiter about the different options available to you based on your interests and goals.