Job Hunting Archive

Job Fairs Aren't for Sissies

Military.com

There is more competition in the job market than there was a few years ago, so it pays to get out there. Attending a job fair beats sitting at home waiting for the phone to ring. If nothing else, it's a place to schmooze and find out what's happening. Your approach to the fair may make a huge difference in whether you achieve satisfactory results. Joe received his layoff notice on a Friday. After a week at home, he knew he had to get out a... more

Joining Forces: Career Opportunities for Vets and Spouses

Military.com

Nicholas Espe, a Service Specialist with Siemens Industry in Beltsville, MD, and former Naval Nuclear Electrician's Mate, had the privilege to attend the launch event as a representative of Siemens Corporation. When Espe separated from the Navy just a few months ago, he had no idea he'd be visiting the White House on behalf of his new employer just a few months after beginning his civilian career. During his six years on active duty in the ... more

T-Mobile Expands B2B Sales Force with Veterans

T-Mobile

[The following article is presented by T-Mobile. For another profile of a veteran working for T-Mobile, see this article.] For T-Mobile, focusing on business-to-business (B2B) opportunities within the wireless industry is one of three top priorities. This multi-year plan enables T-Mobile to challenge the competition and capture more than its current five-percent share of the $60 billion B2B segment. Neal Gregory is an example of how veterans... more

Networking Your Way into a Civilian Career

Jason Monaghan

Any group of people that has gone through adversity together has formed special bonds. This is particularly true for those in the military who have stood side-by-side and risked life and limb as a unit. Although the tour of duty eventually ends, the bonds are never broken. After serving in the military, it can be quite an adjustment and transition back into civilian life. Finding work, in particular, can be a daunting task. Still, returning s... more

10 Best Cities for Businesses and Careers

Military.com

Last year's recession was nasty. It claimed thousands of jobs in major U.S. cities and forced many companies to close their doors forever. And even though the economy is reportedly on the mend, the job market is still limping along -- it's down 9 percent, compared to last year's rate of 10 percent. However, economic recovery has breathed new life into several smaller cities around the U.S., and some locales are experiencing job growth and a bo... more