This page contains links to resources found around the internet that contain tips and tools for job seekers and military personnel transitioning to the civilian world. Keep checking for updates.

TRANSITION TOOLS:

Career Decision Tool: Provided by the Department of Defense, Transition Assistance Program. http://www.turbotap.org/portal/Tap_toolkit_2011/player.html

RESUME TIPS:

• Example Résumés: Used by the Employment Coordination Program. 
  • Example 1, Two pages (preferred)
  • Example 2, one page
  • Example 3, one page
    
    
• Resume Builder Packet: provides step by step instructions on how to complete your resume. Source: hireheroesusa.org
  
  
• This link contains information about how to incorporate your military experience into your civilian résumé. It has useful examples. Source: GI Jobs http://www.gijobs.com/resume.aspx
  
  
• This link also provides with excellent Résumé building tools geared toward military personnel. Source: hireheroesusa.org http://www.hireheroesusa.org/veterans/resume-tools
  
   
• Do you have gaps in your employment history? This article has three ways to fill those in your résumé. Source: Monster.com  
  
  
• Information about words to use and not use in your résumé: 10 useless résumé words -- and 10 eye-catching ones. Source: MSN Careers.
  

JOB INTERVIEWS TIPS:

• Examples of possible job interview questions and lists of best answers. Source: About.com Job Searching. 
  
  
• Interview Mistakes to avoid. Source: Usnews.com 

OTHER JOB SEEKING ADVICE:

• Make sure that you are not projecting the wrong impression. Take a look at this 5 Things not to do when shearching for jobs. Source: military.com
• The WorkOne offices around the state offer different workshops and resources for job seekers. You can visit their website for more information.  

Last updated Friday, March 16, 2012