Strengthening California’s Veteran Workforce
The EDD honors all military veterans for their service. Veterans gain valuable skills and experience in the military, and we're here to help them make the most of those skills.
We offer resources, training, and support to help veterans transition to civilian careers. Veterans, service members, and spouses get priority for jobs and services.
Learn how we help veterans reach their career goals.
Job Seekers
America's Job Center of California SM
Join job training programs.
Get referrals for support services.
Meet with a career counselor.
CalJOBS SM
Get first access to new job postings with a 24-hour veteran hold.
Find jobs with custom searches.
Create a resume and apply online.
Job Fairs and Workshops
Attend job fairs for veterans.
Learn job search skills.
Practice interview skills.
Employers
Success Stories
Air Force Service Member Receives Advanced Career Training
Army Veteran Transitions to Post Military Employment
Army Veteran Balances Career and Family
Army Veteran Finds Employment, and Supports Other Veterans
Disabled Army Veteran Elevates His Job Search
Army Veteran Turns IT Passion Into a Career
Veteran Finds a Career in Giving Back to the Community
Marine Veteran Overcomes Obstacles to Build a Bright Future
Navy Veteran Lands on His Feet with Local Job Assistance
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Additional Resources
For current information, review the California Veterans in the Workforce 2024 (PDF) report.
- ONet Online: Explore careers and job options.
- Hire a Veteran: Connects employers with experts to help veterans find jobs.
- Veterans in Farming or Ranching Careers: Supports veterans entering farming or ranching.
- USERRA Information: Explains job benefits for service members returning to civilian work.
- US Department of Labor: Veterans’ Employment and Service: Offers job opportunities, training, and employment rights for veterans and families.
- US Department of Labor: Military Spouses: Helps military spouses understand how their professional licenses and credentials can transfer from one duty station to another.
- Veterans Guide to Vocational Schools and Apprenticeship Programs: Covers vocational schools, apprenticeships, costs, and benefits.
- Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance: Training and education aid for eligible family members.
- Center for Women Veterans Fact Sheet (PDF): Quick facts on VA benefits and services.
- Center for Women Veterans Frequently Asked Questions: Answers common questions about VA benefits.
- Women Veterans Health Care: Provides health care resources for women veterans.
- California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) – Women Veterans: Offers support, advocacy, and services in California.
- Homeless Veterans: Resources and programs to help end veteran homelessness.
- Veterans Crisis Line: Immediate support for veterans and their families.
- US Department of Veterans Affairs: Make the Connection: Support for veterans and their families facing challenges.
- I am a Dependent or Survivor: Support for the surviving family of military personnel who died during or after active service.
- California Department of Veterans Affairs: Information on state and federal benefits.
- I am a Dependent or Survivor: Assistance for families of fallen service members.