50Strong
Employment networking platform connecting military-affiliated job seekers with military-ready employers.
Resource Library
Explore trusted resources for military spouses, veterans, transitioning service members, and military-connected families. Use this directory to find career support, mentorship, education programs, entrepreneurship tools, grants, wellness resources, and community connections.
Showing 176 of 176 resources
Suggest a ResourceEmployment networking platform connecting military-affiliated job seekers with military-ready employers.
Foreign credential evaluation service for academic and professional purposes.
Credential evaluation agency for foreign academic records and degree equivalency.
Free one-on-one career mentorship program specifically available to active-duty military spouses. Provides personalized mentorship, networking, resume support, interview preparation, and professional development.
ACP Village is American Corporate Partners' entrepreneurship community for veteran and military spouse business owners, offering free mentorship, expert-led workshops, peer support, and resources to help grow a small business.
Free education, certification, career development, mentorship, and training resources for military members, veterans, and spouses.
Amazon Military connects veterans, military spouses, and military community members with career opportunities, programs, and hiring pathways across Amazon.
Free, one-on-one year-long professional mentorship with Fortune 500 mentors.
Foreign education evaluation and translation support for academic documents.
Military spouse tuition grant and education support for undergraduate and graduate programs.
Scholarship opportunities for military spouses, veterans, survivors, and service-connected families.
Family support, childcare, food assistance, emergency support, and community programs for military families.
Emergency financial assistance, spouse education support, childcare support, PCS assistance, and other financial relief for eligible Army families.
Autism Partnership Foundation offers a free 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training program for individuals interested in behavioral health, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), autism services, and related career fields. The online training can be a valuable starting point for military spouses interested in exploring RBT career opportunities or adding behavioral health training to their professional development. Key Features: • Free 40-hour online RBT training • Designed to meet BACB RBT training requirements • Training can be completed online • Digital certificate provided after successful completion • Useful for individuals exploring careers in ABA, behavioral health, and autism services • No military affiliation or military status required to participate Important Note: Completion of the 40-hour training does not by itself make someone a Registered Behavior Technician. Additional BACB requirements, including a competency assessment and other certification requirements, must be completed separately.
Military housing resource for finding installation-area housing and relocation support.
Tools to estimate housing allowance and cost-of-living allowance by location.
A platform connecting military families with installation-specific resources, community information, and support.
Free AI-powered resume and career tools designed for veterans, military spouses, and military dependents.
Community programs, family support, local chapters, and resources for military and veteran families.
Find your local Blue Star Chapter for in-person and virtual events, community connections, and installation-specific resources.
Boots to Business for Military Spouses provides entrepreneurship training and business startup education specifically designed for military spouses.
Credential evaluation service for foreign education documents.
Free or discounted military homecoming banners for families welcoming service members home.
Building Military Families Network connects military families with resources, support, collaboration opportunities, and community programs.
Programs, mentorship, and community for spouse-led businesses.
Mock interview and interview preparation support for military-affiliated job seekers.
Resume builder and career tool designed specifically for military spouses.
Career development, workforce services, employment tools, and job-search resources.
Chase Coaching for Impact provides small business owners with coaching, education, and resources to support business growth and long-term sustainability.
USCIS resource explaining acquired or derived citizenship for children of service members.
Software engineering bootcamp and career training program for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. Offers full-stack and DevOps tracks with tuition assistance and employer partnerships.
Information about grants and scholarships available to eligible members of the military community pursuing Coding Dojo technology training. Confirm current eligibility with Coding Dojo before applying.
Military spouse tuition assistance and discounts for eligible spouses.
Community Cultivator supports connection, community building, and resource sharing for military spouses and military-connected families.
Temporary premium-based healthcare coverage option for eligible military families after TRICARE eligibility changes.
Military-friendly job listings, employer connections, career resources, and recurring virtual hiring events.
On-base housing provider used at select military installations.
Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System used to confirm military family benefit eligibility.
Mission-driven technology company and potential employer resource for military-affiliated talent.
Employment workshops focused on resumes, cover letters, networking, and interviewing skills.
Employment, licensing, career, and workplace resources for military spouses from the U.S. Department of Labor Veterans Employment and Training Service.
The Department of Labor's TEAMS workshops offer employment-focused training for military spouses, including resume writing, federal hiring, LinkedIn, interview preparation, salary negotiation, and career exploration.
Department of Labor employment workshop resource for military-affiliated job seekers.
Online Department of Labor employment workshop access through JKO.
Foreign credential evaluation service for education, employment, and licensing needs.
The Pause Practice encourages intentional reflection, resilience, and sustainable personal and professional growth for military spouses and leaders.
eMentor is an online mentoring program that connects military spouses, veterans, and service members with mentors who can support career growth, networking, and professional development.
The Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans helps veterans develop business ownership skills through entrepreneurship education, training, and support.
Grant program from Entreprenista supporting women founders — including military spouse entrepreneurs — as they grow and evolve their businesses.
ExamsLib provides practice tests, study guides, and exam-preparation resources for individuals pursuing professional licenses and certifications. Resources cover several career fields, including skilled trades, real estate, insurance, education, and other licensed professions. Some exam-preparation materials are state-specific, making this a potentially useful resource for military spouses navigating licensing requirements after a PCS or pursuing a portable career. Important: ExamsLib is an independent exam-preparation resource and is not an official licensing or certification authority. Users should always verify current eligibility, licensing, testing, and reciprocity requirements directly with the appropriate state licensing board, credentialing organization, or official testing provider.
USCIS resource explaining expedited naturalization options for eligible military spouses.
Installation-based support center that can connect military families with spouse groups, local resources, and support services.
Federal employment resource for military spouses using eligible hiring paths.
Scholarship search tools and programs for military families.
Resources and community support addressing quality-of-life priorities affecting military and veteran families.
Access to screened remote and flexible job listings through SECO and the Military Spouse Employment Partnership.
Local employment assistance, career guidance, training, and spouse employment support for the Fort Bliss community.
Career readiness program for military spouses focused on resumes, LinkedIn, networking, interviews, and career confidence.
Foreign academic credential evaluation service.
Information about transferred education benefits that may be available to eligible spouses.
Industry-recognized certificates in IT, data, UX, PM, and cybersecurity.
Free lawn and landscape services for deployed military families when available in their area.
AI tool or platform to track as a potential future technology resource.
Hello Alice provides small business owners with access to grants, funding opportunities, business tools, and educational resources.
The Hilton Honors Military Program helps eligible military-connected job seekers with lodging costs associated with employment and career transition. Eligible participants may receive Hilton Honors points for approved employment-related travel, including verifiable job interviews, qualifying training or certification programs, and certain pre-employment testing. The program is available through participating state workforce agencies, and eligibility requirements vary by state. KEY BENEFIT: Eligible participants may receive up to 100,000 Hilton Honors points over their lifetime to help with approved employment-related hotel stays. ELIGIBLE USES: Travel for a verifiable job interview; training required to obtain or maintain employment; training leading to an employment-related certification; and certain pre-employment testing, including physicals, drug testing, aptitude testing, and agility testing. MILITARY SPOUSE NOTE: Some participating states may extend the program to active-duty military spouses. Spouses should check with their state's participating workforce agency to confirm eligibility. IMPORTANT: Points are not intended for general job searching, career fairs or conferences, PCS moves, relocation or house hunting, vacations, or family visits. Awards and eligibility are determined by the participating state.
Hire Heroes USA's Serving Spouses Program provides free career support for military spouses, including resume help, job search guidance, interview preparation, and career coaching.
12-week paid fellowship with leading employers to build experience and connections.
Hiring Our Heroes, a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, connects transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and military caregivers with meaningful career opportunities through hiring events, fellowship programs, networking opportunities, career workshops, and employment resources.
Grant opportunities from Hiring Our Heroes supporting eligible veteran and military spouse-owned small businesses.
Scholarships for spouses and caregivers pursuing education and career goals.
Housing assistance and rental support resources for families needing affordable housing options.
Free technology and professional skills training available to eligible veterans, service members, and military spouses through IBM and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Free wellness community programs for military spouses.
Instant Teams connects military spouses and other remote-ready professionals with flexible career opportunities through its talent marketplace.
Credential evaluation service for international transcripts and degrees.
Resume and ATS optimization tool that helps job seekers tailor resumes to specific job descriptions.
Foreign academic credential evaluation service for education and professional use.
Ladies Who Launch offers grant opportunities and support for women and nonbinary small business owners working to grow their businesses.
Explore career opportunities and military-focused hiring programs at Leidos. Resources include Operation MVP, remote positions, TRICARE careers, Military OneSource, and Military & Family Life Counseling opportunities designed to support veterans and military spouses.
Military spouse tuition discounts, scholarships, and MyCAA-aligned education options.
Free 1-year LinkedIn Premium + LinkedIn Learning for spouses and veterans.
Major Talent supports military-connected talent and employers through hiring, workforce development, and career connection opportunities.
Technology training program for transitioning service members and military spouses in cloud, server, and cybersecurity pathways.
Military family research, advocacy, and support organization with resources related to financial wellness and family needs.
Military Mom Collective is a worldwide community and resource platform supporting military-connected families through every stage of military life. Their content covers deployment, PCS moves, parenting, pregnancy and babies, relationships, health and wellness, TRICARE, overseas living, duty stations, careers, travel, and everyday military family life.
Career coaching, resume support, education guidance, scholarship information, and job search help for military spouses.
Estate planning support including power of attorney, wills, trusts, and legal preparation resources.
Financial counseling, budgeting help, personal finance tools, calculators, borrowing education, and financial protection resources.
Peer mentorship, new spouse support, advocacy, and resource navigation for military spouses.
Fellowship opportunity for military spouses to work toward the Accredited Financial Counselor certificate.
Information about reimbursement options for eligible licensing and certification expenses resulting from a PCS move, via SpouseWorks and Military OneSource.
U.S. Department of Labor state-by-state information on occupational license recognition and portability for military spouses.
Military OneSource explainer of military spouse residency protections and considerations for state residency and taxation.
Childcare search and fee assistance resource for eligible military families when installation care is unavailable or waitlisted.
MilMentor is a free career development platform built specifically for service members, veterans, and military spouses. Users can connect with experienced mentors from Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, government agencies, and startups for one-on-one informational interviews, career guidance, resume reviews, interview preparation, and networking. The platform also features military-friendly job listings, live career events, hiring fairs, and professional development workshops, all at no cost.
Military spouse calculators and tools for MyCAA, PCS budgeting, career portability, BAH, COLA, childcare, TRICARE, and benefits planning.
DoD-backed partnership of hundreds of employers committed to hiring military spouses.
Job search portal connected to Military Spouse Employment Partnership employers.
Up to $4,000 in tuition assistance for portable career certifications and licenses.
Virtual and in-person job search platform with employment opportunities across industries.
Scholarships, career support, family programs, and resources for military and veteran spouses.
Scholarships for military spouses pursuing degrees, certifications, licenses, business expenses, and career development.
The Family Employment Readiness Program supports military spouses and family members with career planning, employment resources, resume assistance, interview preparation, and federal employment guidance.
Financial assistance, education support, emergency relief, and scholarship resources for eligible Navy and Marine Corps families.
NYU Veterans Future Lab supports veteran and military-connected entrepreneurs through startup resources, mentorship, programming, and innovation-focused support.
Government career database with salary, education, job outlook, and career pathway information.
One Bison's Veteran-Owned Business Directory helps users discover and connect with veteran-owned businesses.
Onward to Opportunity, offered through Syracuse University's IVMF, provides free career training and professional certification pathways for eligible military spouses, service members, and veterans.
Operation Child Care Project (OCCP) is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping military families access safe, reliable, and affordable child care. OCCP provides personalized case management, child care resource navigation, fee assistance guidance, educational tools, advocacy, and innovative programs like HomeFront Help to connect families with trusted caregivers and community resources. Their mission is to remove child care barriers so military families can thrive.
Financial assistance, housing support, and family support programs for military and veteran families.
Federal hiring authority information explaining military spouse noncompetitive appointment options.
Recruiting and career placement support for veterans, military spouses, and military-affiliated job seekers.
USCIS resource for eligible spouses seeking naturalization while stationed overseas.
Reviews and resources for military moves, neighborhoods, housing, real estate, and installation transitions.
Business education, mentorship, networking, and support for eligible veteran and military-connected entrepreneurs through the PenFed Foundation.
A personalized PCS planning tool from Military OneSource with checklists, timelines, installation information, and moving resources.
Military spouses may be able to use their SpouseWorks Scholarship, formerly MyCAA, to fund professional certification training through PM-ProLearn. Eligible spouses can receive up to $4,000 in education assistance toward approved credentials and career training. PM-ProLearn offers certification pathways that may include PMP® | Project Management Professional, CAPM® | Certified Associate in Project Management, PMI-ACP® | Agile Certified Practitioner, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. PM-ProLearn states that eligible military spouses may be able to use their SpouseWorks funding toward up to two certification programs, depending on eligibility and program requirements. Their website also provides guidance on eligibility, creating an Education and Training Plan, connecting with an advisor, and applying scholarship funding toward certification training.
Programs supporting veterans, military families, leadership development, community service, wellness, and entrepreneurship. Includes SpouseConnect, which supports military spouse entrepreneurs through microgrants, coaching, and community.
Mentorship and networking platform connecting military-affiliated job seekers with volunteer mentors.
Military spouse grant offering tuition savings for eligible spouses pursuing degree programs.
Free Salesforce training, certification support, mentorship, and career pathways for military spouses and veterans.
Guidance and federal resources from the U.S. Small Business Administration for military spouses starting, operating, and growing businesses.
Installation-based support for military families navigating school transitions, enrollment, homeschooling, youth sponsorship, and education concerns.
Second Service Foundation supports military-connected entrepreneurs through business education, pitch competitions, and funding opportunities.
Legal protection resource covering issues such as leases, rent caps, financial protections, and deployment-related rights.
Business support resource offering counseling, capital, contracts, and entrepreneurship guidance.
Turn Your Leadership Skills Into a Coaching Career Soldiers To Sidelines is a nonprofit organization that helps members of the military community become trained, certified sports coaches and leaders. Their programs are available to military spouses, veterans, active-duty service members, and Gold Star family members. Soldiers To Sidelines provides FREE virtual coaching certification seminars, giving participants practical coaching skills, leadership development, mentorship, and access to a nationwide coaching community. What They Offer: • Free virtual coaching certification seminars • No prior coaching experience required • Multiple sport-specific certification pathways • Practical coaching and leadership training • Workshops and coaching clinics • Coaching webinars • Networking opportunities • Continued professional development through the STS Journey • Access to a nationwide community of Soldier Coaches Who Can Participate: • Military spouses • Active-duty service members • Veterans • Gold Star family members
Spouse-ly is a marketplace that highlights and supports military spouse-owned, veteran-owned, and first responder-owned businesses.
SpouseWorks connects military spouses with career development tools, training opportunities, and resources designed to support portable career growth.
State-level tuition discounts, grants, and education benefits that vary by location.
Stepful offers online healthcare training programs designed to help learners prepare for entry-level healthcare careers and certifications.
Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of veterans through health, wellness, and community. The organization offers local chapters, fitness activities, volunteer opportunities, leadership development, and social events that help veterans and military-connected individuals build meaningful relationships and maintain healthy lifestyles. Military spouses are welcome to participate alongside veterans and become part of a supportive nationwide community.
Mental health and wellness resources for military spouses and military families.
A skills-based development program where military-connected professionals gain hands-on experience, build career-ready skills, and connect with a growing professional community.
Foreign transcript and credential evaluation service for international students and professionals.
The Plus One Collective supports military spouses through community, connection, and resources that help them build purpose, visibility, and opportunity.
The Rosie Network supports military spouse and veteran entrepreneurs through business training, mentorship, networking, and development programs.
Free diaper and family essentials support program for military families run by The TO Agency.
Think GREAT Foundation is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping military and veteran spouses pursue their educational and career goals through scholarships, career resources, and community recognition. Their mission is to remove barriers to education while empowering military spouses to build meaningful, sustainable careers.
Support, seminars, peer mentoring, and career or education resources for surviving spouses and families.
Personality-based career assessment that helps users identify career paths that may fit their strengths and interests.
Temporary healthcare coverage option for eligible service members and families after separation from active duty.
Military healthcare program for eligible service members, spouses, and family members.
Tools to compare TRICARE options and understand military family healthcare coverage.
Separate dental coverage program for eligible active duty, Guard, Reserve family members, and military spouses.
Resource explaining vision coverage limitations and options for spouses and dependent children.
USCIS resource for adopted children of service members and citizenship eligibility.
The U.S. Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce provides entrepreneurship resources, business support, and advocacy for military spouse-owned businesses.
UnitedHealth Group offers career opportunities and military-focused hiring support for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.
Military-friendly university offering military spouse scholarships and education support.
Federal job search platform where military spouses can apply for federal employment opportunities.
Official U.S. Office of Personnel Management guidance about federal military spouse hiring authorities, eligibility, documentation, and applications.
Tool to help applicants determine the earliest date they may file for naturalization.
Citizenship and naturalization information for spouses and children of U.S. service members.
Official policy resource for naturalization, citizenship, and military family immigration guidance.
One-on-one support for employment, education, mentorship, financial readiness, and transition planning.
A free USPS shipping-supply kit to help families send care packages to military members.
V-WISE, offered through Syracuse University's IVMF, supports women veterans and military spouses with entrepreneurship training, business education, and networking opportunities.
Career guidance, hiring information, and employment pathways for military spouses interested in working for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Career resources, employment information, and workforce support for veterans and military-connected job seekers interested in VA opportunities.
VAUSA® connects military spouses with remote, portable career opportunities by matching talented professionals with businesses seeking virtual support. They offer flexible remote roles in areas such as administrative support, customer success, operations, recruiting, marketing, project coordination, and more.
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready offers free business resources, digital training, and access to periodic small business grant opportunities.
Housing support program connected to VA and HUD resources for eligible veterans and families.
Veterans OneSource™ is a centralized resource hub connecting Veterans, Service Members, and Military Family Members with events, programs, resources, and community support. Users can explore resources by location, including virtual and nationwide opportunities, OCONUS resources, and military spouse-specific programs. Resources include career and employment opportunities, fellowships, education and training, family support, entrepreneurship resources, community groups, and events.
Department of Labor program supporting veterans and military spouses with employment resources, grants, and training.
Military-affiliated job board connecting veterans, spouses, and service members with employers.
Free training in software, cybersecurity, and data with hiring partners.
Project management, Scrum, PMP, CAPM, and career transition training for military-affiliated professionals.
Remote, flexible, and military spouse-friendly job opportunities with vetted employers.
Warrior Rising supports veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs through business education, mentorship, coaching, and access to funding opportunities.
WE GOT YOU 1776 provides support, resources, and community connections for veterans, military spouses, and military-connected entrepreneurs.
Wives of the Armed Forces is a military spouse-focused resource platform offering practical guidance, stories, and support for navigating military life. The site covers deployment and homecoming, PCS and TDY moves, military spouse careers, parenting and family life, relationships, wellness, friendships, community-building, and duty station navigation. It also includes military base guides and branch-specific content for families connected to the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Space Force.
Scholarship opportunities supporting women pursuing Agile education, certifications, and professional growth.
Returning to work after a career break? Your experience still counts. The Women's Workforce Reentry Program helps participants navigate the transition back into the workforce. The program focuses on rebuilding confidence, positioning career gaps effectively, updating professional skills, and preparing participants for today's job market. Support includes explaining career gaps confidently, updating skills for the current job market, navigating age bias, rebuilding professional confidence, exploring flexible career pathways, résumé support, LinkedIn optimization, interview preparation, and connecting with employment opportunities.
Job board focused on nonprofit, mission-driven, remote, and social impact careers.
Credential evaluation service for foreign degrees, transcripts, and academic records.