The Heinz Endowments’ Post

Today is National Hire a Veteran Day, a call to action for employers to recognize the value of recruiting former service members, who bring unique skills and leadership to the workforce. While this day serves as a meaningful acknowledgment, the true challenge for the men and women who have served extends far beyond a single day. A first-of-its-kind research study by Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness at Penn State evaluated four leading transition programs (Hire Heroes USA, Hiring Our Heroes, Onward to Opportunity and VetJobs) that successfully help an estimated 170,000 veterans connect with fulfilling civilian roles. Veterans participating in these programs:   📈 Are up to 9.6x more likely to be hired within 3–9 months of leaving the military  💰 Earn up to $48,000 higher starting salaries than non-participants  🎯 Receive customized, 1:1 support with resume writing, interview coaching, career planning and upskilling The data is clear. Veterans have the talent and training. They need more proven, data-driven programs like these to help them build the careers they've earned. #HireAVeteranDay #NewVeteranReasearch Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMF