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The U.S. Army Materiel Command provides more than spare parts, bullets
and food to Warfighters -- they're providing jobs too.
In their commitment to ensure no Soldier is left behind on or off the
battlefield, AMC formed the Always a Soldier program, which focuses on
providing wounded veterans with jobs in the command.
* The Always A Soldier Program is an AMC based initiative focused on
assisting our nations wounded veterans after their selfless service to
our nation and allies. The goal of the program is to provide continuing
support to Warfighters beyond their active duty service. By providing
jobs for veterans, AMC can clearly benefit by tapping into the valuable
experience and commitment that our men and women in uniform embody.
* So far, 12 Soldiers been hired through the program, which started in
June 2004. AMC hopes to help hire more Soldiers from referrals received
through the Army Wounded Warrior Program, the Military Severely Injured Center and the Department of Veterans Affairs
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program, for which there is a
memorandum of understanding.
* Although finding jobs for injured veterans is the program's primary
mission, the staff also assists Soldiers and their family members with
purchasing food and clothes, explaining job application processes and
providing veteran resource information.
* Although many of those recruited are veterans of Operations Iraqi and
Enduring Freedom, the program is open to Soldiers wounded in all
conflicts.
* Benefits for AMC: Employing young, dedicated former service members
who are already familiar with the military. They talk the talk, and walk
the walk. As combat veterans, they bring practical, hands-on experience
with respect to the equipment that AMC develops and procures for the
military.
* Benefits for the wounded Warfighter: They are given the opportunity to
stay in the fight and stay close to the military where their sacrifices
will always be honored. The program offers a personal touch to their
transition from military to civilian life. AMC works to accommodate the
challenges presented by their injuries.
Employment tracks AMC offers:
- Wage grade positions involving trades and labor.
- The Student Career Education Program providing job experience and
related education.
- Internship programs providing monitored or supervised work/training
experience with learning goals.
- Various series GS full performance positions.
For more information about the Always a Soldier program and to apply
on-line, visit Homepage for Always a Soldier Program or call
703-806-8140. To learn more about the Army Materiel Command, visit
www.amc.army.mil
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