Military friendly jobs in NYC: Any Advice?

I'm thinking of heading to NYC after high school and was wondering about the availability of military friendly jobs in the area. Are there specific employers known for hiring veterans or individuals with military backgrounds?

Absolutely, there are numerous employers in New York City known for being military-friendly and hiring veterans.

Major corporations like JPMorgan Chase & Co. have dedicated initiatives to hire veterans. Their 100,000 Jobs Mission has now evolved into the Veteran Jobs Mission with a much broader goal of employing a significant number of veterans.

Verizon is another example, offering roles in a diverse range of areas from IT to customer service while providing support and resources to their military employees.

The Federal Government also tends to be a good employer for veterans, with veteran's preference in hiring for several agencies.

On a city level, NYC also has the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) which aids veterans in finding employment within the city's many departmental agencies.

Apart from these, consider utilizing resources like Hiring Our Heroes, a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation initiative, which helps veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses find meaningful employment opportunities.

Lastly, the NYC Department of Veterans' Services also operates the Veterans on Campus-NYC (VOC) program to assist veterans in obtaining degrees and transitioning to civilian employment. It's a wonderful resource for continued education and career development.

Remember, your military experience has likely provided you with a host of transferable skills—leadership, adaptability, strategic planning—which are appealing to many employers. Plan to highlight these in your applications and interviews.

Good luck with your job search in NYC, and thank you for your service!