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Transitioning out of the military involves understanding retirement processes and adapting to civilian employment. This guide simplifies these steps with structured resources and advice.

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== Community Feedback==

=== ~~Worthy~~ Quotes: ===

=== Quotes: ===

<blockquote>Don’t leave benefits you’ve earned on the table due to pride or neglect.</blockquote>

<blockquote>Also remember your salary does not correlate with your worth. Especially if you’ve been in for a long time, your first job out may be more junior than your ego thinks is right, and your salary lower. But I got some excellent career advice in my early 20s when agonizing over a decision. A mentor said — this is not for the rest of your life. And yeah, of course no kidding. But you lose that perspective when the emotions are running high and you get insecure about things and you just want the security of the job offer.</blockquote>

<blockquote>Many non-defense companies may feel intimidated. Leave your jargon, ego, profanity, and rank behind.</blockquote>

=== Lessons Learned ===

[https://forum.irregularchat.com/t/practical-tips-for-service-to-civilian-career/4780?u=sac Practical Tips for transitioning to the Civilian Sector (2025)]

== Transition Assistance ==

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=== Education and Internships ===

* Explore opportunities for further education and internships to bridge the gap between military and civilian careers.

==== Service Member ====

* The **DOD SkillBridge Program** offers valuable civilian work experience for service members during their final 180 days of service. However, participation is subject to approval by the service member's commander, typically an O6 memo for some branches like the Air Force, while others, like the Army, have their ~~own~~ approval processes. Eligibility generally requires service members to serve at least 180 continuous days on active duty. Commanders may approve or disapprove participation based on unit mission requirements.

* Explore opportunities for further education and internships to bridge the gap between military and civilian careers. "You can spend your last six months doing a skill bridge with industry. "

* **Approval Process**: Commanders must authorize participation, considering unit needs. Participants should complete all Transition Assistance Program (TAP) requirements before starting SkillBridge. Each branch may impose additional requirements.

* The '''DOD SkillBridge Program''' offers valuable civilian work experience for service members during their final 180 days of service. However, participation is subject to approval by the service member's commander, typically an O6 memo for some branches like the Air Force, while others, like the Army, have their approval processes. Eligibility generally requires service members to serve at least 180 continuous days on active duty. Commanders may approve or disapprove participation based on unit mission requirements.

* '''Approval Process''': Commanders must authorize participation, considering unit needs. Participants should complete all Transition Assistance Program (TAP) requirements before starting SkillBridge. Each branch may impose additional requirements.

Thought I'd chime in...

I'm three months into a six-month Skillbridge with a company not on the approved Skillbridge list. There are ways to legitimately do that with additional paperwork.

Something to be aware of is the Skillbridge process is changing.

Also worth noting is the following.

https://www.socom.mil/care-coalition/Pages/Career-Transition.aspx

Buried in, there is a SOCOM "Skillbridge"-like program.

Within that are companies (five?) certified Military Mentorship Partners who act as headhunters and look to place you in the right environment/organizations for your skill sets/experiences.

I hadn't even heard of the SOCOM program, and I've already gone through SFLTAP, my Unit's equivalent, the Wounded Warrior Foundation, and the GBF.

Just goes to show you there are probably opportunities out there where just unaware of

* For more detailed guidelines, see the [https://skillbridge.osd.mil/faq.htm SkillBridge FAQ page]

~~For more detailed guidelines, see the [SkillBridge FAQ page](https://skillbridge.osd.mil/faq.htm).~~

==== Employer ====

Businesses participating in the DOD SkillBridge Program gain access to skilled, highly motivated service members transitioning out of the military. Through this initiative, employers can create tailored training programs that meet their specific workforce needs while benefiting from the Department of Defense covering service members' salaries and benefits during their final 180 days of service. This allows companies to integrate experienced veterans into their workforce at no additional cost. Employers can host training on base or at their facilities, and virtual or remote learning options are available, making it accessible regardless of location. To ensure success, companies should provide clear job training and development programs, aligning with industry demands and offering a high probability of employment for service members upon completion.

* For more information and participation, visit the [SkillBridge for Industry page](https://skillbridge.osd.mil/industry-employers.htm).

=== Practical Tips ===

* To ensure a smooth transition, it is recommended that service members finalize out-processing, terminal leave, and permissive leave plans in advance when participating in SkillBridge.

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* '''Maximize Savings''': Live frugally in the early stages of your new career to maximize savings and investments.

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 Transitioning out of the military involves understanding retirement processes and adapting to civilian employment. This guide simplifies these steps with structured resources and advice.
-<span id="worthy-quotes"></span>
+== Community Feedback==
-=== Worthy Quotes: ===
+=== Quotes: ===
 <blockquote>Don’t leave benefits you’ve earned on the table due to pride or neglect.</blockquote>
 <blockquote>Also remember your salary does not correlate with your worth. Especially if you’ve been in for a long time, your first job out may be more junior than your ego thinks is right, and your salary lower. But I got some excellent career advice in my early 20s when agonizing over a decision. A mentor said — this is not for the rest of your life. And yeah, of course no kidding. But you lose that perspective when the emotions are running high and you get insecure about things and you just want the security of the job offer.</blockquote>
 <blockquote>Many non-defense companies may feel intimidated. Leave your jargon, ego, profanity, and rank behind.</blockquote>
+=== Lessons Learned ===
+[https://forum.irregularchat.com/t/practical-tips-for-service-to-civilian-career/4780?u=sac Practical Tips for transitioning to the Civilian Sector (2025)]
 <span id="transition-assistance"></span>
 == Transition Assistance ==
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 <span id="education-and-internships"></span>
 === Education and Internships ===
-* Explore opportunities for further education and internships to bridge the gap between military and civilian careers.
+==== Service Member ====
-* The **DOD SkillBridge Program** offers valuable civilian work experience for service members during their final 180 days of service. However, participation is subject to approval by the service member's commander, typically an O6 memo for some branches like the Air Force, while others, like the Army, have their own approval processes. Eligibility generally requires service members to serve at least 180 continuous days on active duty. Commanders may approve or disapprove participation based on unit mission requirements.
+* Explore opportunities for further education and internships to bridge the gap between military and civilian careers. "You can spend your last six months doing a skill bridge with industry. "
-* **Approval Process**: Commanders must authorize participation, considering unit needs. Participants should complete all Transition Assistance Program (TAP) requirements before starting SkillBridge. Each branch may impose additional requirements.
+* The '''DOD SkillBridge Program''' offers valuable civilian work experience for service members during their final 180 days of service. However, participation is subject to approval by the service member's commander, typically an O6 memo for some branches like the Air Force, while others, like the Army, have their approval processes. Eligibility generally requires service members to serve at least 180 continuous days on active duty. Commanders may approve or disapprove participation based on unit mission requirements.
+* '''Approval Process''': Commanders must authorize participation, considering unit needs. Participants should complete all Transition Assistance Program (TAP) requirements before starting SkillBridge. Each branch may impose additional requirements.
+Thought I'd chime in...
+I'm three months into a six-month Skillbridge with a company not on the approved Skillbridge list. There are ways to legitimately do that with additional paperwork.
+Something to be aware of is the Skillbridge process is changing.
+Also worth noting is the following.
+https://www.socom.mil/care-coalition/Pages/Career-Transition.aspx
+Buried in, there is a SOCOM "Skillbridge"-like program.
+Within that are companies (five?) certified Military Mentorship Partners who act as headhunters and look to place you in the right environment/organizations for your skill sets/experiences.
+I hadn't even heard of the SOCOM program, and I've already gone through SFLTAP, my Unit's equivalent, the Wounded Warrior Foundation, and the GBF.
+Just goes to show you there are probably opportunities out there where just unaware of
+* For more detailed guidelines, see the [https://skillbridge.osd.mil/faq.htm SkillBridge FAQ page]
-For more detailed guidelines, see the [SkillBridge FAQ page](https://skillbridge.osd.mil/faq.htm).
+==== Employer ====
+Businesses participating in the DOD SkillBridge Program gain access to skilled, highly motivated service members transitioning out of the military. Through this initiative, employers can create tailored training programs that meet their specific workforce needs while benefiting from the Department of Defense covering service members' salaries and benefits during their final 180 days of service. This allows companies to integrate experienced veterans into their workforce at no additional cost. Employers can host training on base or at their facilities, and virtual or remote learning options are available, making it accessible regardless of location. To ensure success, companies should provide clear job training and development programs, aligning with industry demands and offering a high probability of employment for service members upon completion.
+* For more information and participation, visit the [SkillBridge for Industry page](https://skillbridge.osd.mil/industry-employers.htm).
 <span id="practical-tips"></span>
 === Practical Tips ===
 * To ensure a smooth transition, it is recommended that service members finalize out-processing, terminal leave, and permissive leave plans in advance when participating in SkillBridge.
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 * '''Maximize Savings''': Live frugally in the early stages of your new career to maximize savings and investments.
-[[Category:Military Transition]]
+[[Category:Military]]
 [[Category:Veteran Resources]]
-[[Category:Career Development]]
+[[Category:Career]]
-[[Category:Financial Planning]]
+[[Category:Financial]]
 [[Category:Resume Writing]]
 [[Category:Entrepreneurship]]
+[[Category:Retirement]]