Employment

For military spouses and service members, the growing gig economy provides an opportunity to earn extra income. Gig work also offers flexibility and independence that you may not find in some traditional or part-time jobs. And whether you walk dogs or drive for a ride-booking service, your alternate business may move with you when you PCS.

Social Security Disability Insurance is a payroll tax-funded, federal insurance program administered by the Social Security Administration that provides supplemental income to people whose disability prevents them from procuring employment or staying employed.

As you prep for civilian employment, you’ll find a world of organizations committed to hiring veterans. These are top services and programs offered by the military and the government, focused on jobs for veterans.

If you’d like to change specialties and try something new, there are steps you can take to find a new position as you continue your service.

You’re closing the chapter on your military life and opening a new one. This means transitioning from being a soldier to a civilian employee in a company, nonprofit organization or maybe the government.