I've heard Indeed has job listings that cater specifically to those with military backgrounds. What types of positions are available, and how can I find these opportunities on their site?
Yes, Indeed does offer a search feature specifically designed to help veterans and ex-military personnel find suitable employment opportunities. This feature focuses on jobs that match the skills and experience gained in the military.
To use this feature, you should first go to the Indeed website and enter your desired position or company in the "What" box and your preferred location in the "Where" box. After pressing the "Find Jobs" button, you'll be shown a list of job vacancies. Here, you have the option to use filters (on the left side of the page, under "more filters") to narrow down the results. One of these filters is for ex-military or veteran-friendly jobs.
As for the specific types of positions, they can range widely. It could be anything from project management, logistics, security, and IT jobs to roles within healthcare, maintenance, transportation, or customer service. Job opportunities also vary depending on the job seeker's rank and occupational specialty during their military service. The most important aspect is that these roles value the unique skill sets and experiences that military personnel bring to the civilian workforce.
Just a tip, it could be beneficial to translate your military skills into common business terms to make your application more relatable to the civilian job market. In addition, there are also resume translating tools available online specifically designed for veterans to translate their military experience into civilian job skills. This can help ensure that your transferrable skills are noticeable and understood by potential employers.
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