SkillBridge
Looking to the Future After Your Military Career
As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, DS2 understands the importance of taking the next step after your military career. By partnering with DoD SkillBridge, DS2 provides opportunities for military service members transitioning from Active Duty to civilian industry.
What is SkillBridge?
GOING FROM ACTIVE DUTY TO YOUR CIVILIAN CAREER
DOD SkillBridge is a program for service members to gain civilian work experience through industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. For service members, SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work and learn in civilian career areas while receiving their military compensation and benefits.
Service members can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after thier unit commander provides written authorization and approval.
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For more information on the DoD SkillBridge program, head over to the official DoD SkillBridge site.
SkillBridge Benefits
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
The DOD SkillBridge program offers a range of benefits to service members who participate. The program provides an opportunity to gain valuable work experience in a civilian career field, which can be extremely beneficial when it comes to securing employment after leaving military service. This work experience can also enhance a service member's resume and make them more competitive in the job market.
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The program also offers a range of personal development benefits. Through the program, service members can build industry connections, gain exposure to different work environments, and improve their communication and teamwork skills. Successfully completing the program can also lead to increased confidence in one's abilities, which can be valuable during the transition to civilian life. Overall, participating in the DOD SkillBridge program can be a positive step towards a successful transition from military to civilian life.
SkillBridge Opportunities at DS2
BUILDING SKILLS FOR YOUR FUTURE
DS2 is a proud member of the DoD SkillBridge program, providing valuable training and career development opportunities to transitioning service members. Service members participating in the SkillBridge program at DS2 may have the opportunity to work on various IT-related projects, such as software development, cybersecurity, or hardware configuration. DS2's IT expertise and industry connections can provide service members with valuable training and work experience in these in-demand fields, which can help them transition to civilian IT careers after their military service. Additionally, service members can work alongside experienced professionals, build their networks, and develop relationships with potential employers, which can enhance their job prospects and career opportunities. You may even have an opportunity at DS2 after your military internship!
