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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. "

* 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.

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

* For businesses interested in participating in the Skillbridge program, see [https://skillbridge.osd.mil/industry-employers.htm SkillBridge for Industry]

=== 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).

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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. "
+* 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.
 * For more detailed guidelines, see the [https://skillbridge.osd.mil/faq.htm SkillBridge FAQ page]
-* For businesses interested in participating in the Skillbridge program, see [https://skillbridge.osd.mil/industry-employers.htm SkillBridge for Industry]
+=== 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).
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