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=== Education and Internships ===

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

* 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.

* **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.

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

* "No restrictions apply for service members with fewer than six years of service, provided their commander approves participation." Command approval is key in eligibility, and local policies might vary.

== Practical Tips ==

* '''Practice Interviews''': Apply for jobs at companies you’re less interested in to refine your interviewing and negotiation skills.

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 === Education and Internships ===
 * Explore opportunities for further education and internships to bridge the gap between military and civilian careers.
+* 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.
+* **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.
+For more detailed guidelines, see the [SkillBridge FAQ page](https://skillbridge.osd.mil/faq.htm).
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+=== 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.
+* "No restrictions apply for service members with fewer than six years of service, provided their commander approves participation." Command approval is key in eligibility, and local policies might vary.
 == Practical Tips ==
 * '''Practice Interviews''': Apply for jobs at companies you’re less interested in to refine your interviewing and negotiation skills.