Veterans - Career Decisions

Career Decisions

Your military skills have great value in the civilian job market. But to sell that value effectively, you must appeal to employers in their language. Whether you’re applying for a particular job or exploring your career options more generally, the tools below will help you move forward with confidence.

Make the most of your military skills

Skills Profiler – Use this tool to learn about and rate yourself on skills needed for specific occupation

Military-to-Civilian Occupation Translator – Translate your military skills to civilian job requirements.

Registered Apprenticeship Website – Learn more about the registered apprenticeship program at the U.S. Department of Labor.

Find Apprenticeship Sponsors – Search for apprenticeship sponsors by zip code or city.

Workforce Credentials Center – Find more information on converting military training and skills from CareerOneStop.

Discover the right career for you

ISEEK’s Explore Careers – Explore your career options by learning about careers and industries in Minnesota.

CareerOneStop’s Career Exploration – Take a tour of CareerOneStop’s five-step career exploration tool.

Assessment and Education Testing – Find links to assessment guides, educational tests, and more in CareerOneStop’s Resource Library.

O*NET’S Career Exploration Tool – Use this tool to help decide which career options best fit your skills and personality.

Career Voyages – Visit this unique website to learn what industries and jobs are thriving and in demand.

Minnesota WorkForce Centers – These full-service career centers offer career counseling, job-search classes, and more.

Occupation Videos – Download and view videos describing strengths and skills needed for more than 450 jobs.

Page last updated in July 2008.