After a distinguished career in the U.S. Army, Hiring Our Heroes’ Corporate Fellowship Program helped James Stachowicz transition to a civilian career with Wisconsin-based Oshkosh Defense. Read More
Hear from veterans who have been able to transition seamlessly into fulfilling positions at the state’s public broadcasting agency thanks to the advanced telecommunications skills they learned in the military. Read More
Wisconsin’s unemployment rate is just under 3% employers, but the unemployment rate for military spouses is as high as 24% in some parts of the state. It’s a significant disconnect, but a new state initiative is working to eliminate it. Read more. Read More
With some of the best benefits for veterans in the country, it’s no surprise Wisconsin has many companies with initiatives that focus on hiring transitioning service members or veterans. Read more. Read More
A key initiative of WDVA is veteran entrepreneurship. When veterans who start their own businesses flourish, everyone benefits, which is why WDVA offers entrepreneurship grants. Applications are open through July 31. Read More
It’s no secret that student veterans are set up for success in Wisconsin. But did you know that the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has the highest enrollment of military-related students of any school in the Midwest? Read More
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signed a proclamation officially recognizing Tuesday, June 12, 2019, as Women Veterans Day. The state is home to approximately 30,000 women veterans from all branches of the military. Read More
WPS Health Solutions actively seeks to hire individuals with military backgrounds. Employing 125 veterans to date, military affairs manager Timothy La Sage explains why employing veterans is critical to the not-for-profit insurer. Read More
Green Bay-based Schneider is one of countless Wisconsin companies actively looking to hire veterans because of their military-specific experience. Discover why so many are eager to work at the company upon completing their service time. Read More
Candace Montag knew the lifestyle offerings a move to Wisconsin would bring her family. What she didn’t know was how great the veterans benefits are, too. Read more about her family’s successful transition. Read More
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