Pathway from Military to Amazon Jobs

I've heard Amazon offers good opportunities for veterans. How can someone with a military background get a job at Amazon? Are there specific programs or pathways for transitioning from military service to Amazon roles?

Amazon values the unique skills and experiences veterans bring to their workforce and has a dedicated Military Recruiting Team to connect these individuals with roles across the company.

One pathway to explore is the Amazon Military Leaders Program. This program is designed to place veterans within Amazon’s Operations Network — a logistic and supply chain network. In this program, veterans spend the first year as an Area Manager before moving on to higher leadership roles. Roles within Operations, AWS (Amazon Web Services), and Corporate Functions are often sought after by veterans.

Amazon also offers a Military Skills Translator tool on their Military Recruitment page which allows veterans to input Military Occupational Specialty codes (MOS, AFSC, NEC) to find Amazon jobs that may be a match for their skillset.

Lastly, Amazon runs "AWS re/Start" and "AWS Educate", programs that help veterans learn in-demand cloud computing skills. AWS Educate offers no-cost online cloud learning resources to students and educators, while AWS re/Start is a full-time, 12-week intensive program aiming to prepare unemployed and underemployed individuals, including veterans, for entry-level careers in the cloud.

While exploring these avenues to transition from military service to Amazon roles, networking and informational interviews with current Amazon employees, who are veterans themselves, can provide additional insight and possibly lead to job referrals.

In summary, Amazon provides unique pathways and tools for veterans looking to transition into civilian roles in their company. Leveraging these opportunities along with effective networking can facilitate a smoother career transition.