G.I. Jobs

Aug 8, 2024 | gijobs.com | Miguel Ortiz

By Miguel OrtizThe 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, France, have the world’s best athletes and coaches coming together to compete for gold. Among them are soldiers of the U.S. Army: seven active-duty soldiers competing in the Olympics, two active-duty soldiers competing in the Paralympics, and three competing in the Paralympics in August. From rugby and wrestling to shooting and swimming, here are 12 soldiers to cheer for in Paris. Staff Sgt.

Feb 7, 2024 | gijobs.com | Dan Fazio

Imagine if you could transition from the military into a civilian career that still allows you to defend against bad guys and pays really well. That’s what Air Force veteran Rob Smith did. Smith leads a team at USAA* in San Antonio that conducts vulnerability and security configurations assessments across the company’s network.

Oct 6, 2023 | gijobs.com | Dan Fazio

There are many ways transitioning service members and veterans can find rewarding careers in the oil and gas industry. For Randall Stremmel, his path from the Marine Corps led to inspections. Certified by the American Petroleum Institute, today Stremmel owns an inspection company that employs 32 people. When we talked to him this summer, he planned to hire up to 35 more. And he wants as many veterans as possible. “The companies are absolutely looking for talent, especially right now.

Oct 6, 2023 | gijobs.com | Dan Fazio

In the Army, everything was decided for Kimberly An. As her ETS approached, she realized each move was up to her. “I realized that I had to figure out what I wanted to do, where I wanted to live, along with all the other aspects that the military used to take care of for me, like health care. That was an adjustment for me. You realize that now you’re on your own, after every aspect of your life before was kept in order through military processes.

Oct 2, 2023 | gijobs.com | Dan Fazio

Imagine getting paid by the military to spend your last months of active duty service training with a civilian employer who is eager to hire you when you separate or retire. There are two programs that provide such an opportunity. The nation’s largest service branch launched the Army Career Skills Program (CSP) in January 2013 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash. Sixteen soldiers trained for high-paying, in-demand jobs in the pipe trades through the United Association Veterans in Piping program.