Ready to serve You

Veterans and service members offer a range of valuable skills and experiences that employers seek. Build on those strengths and start your journey to a rewarding career, and a promising future. The Veterans’ Employment Program (VEP) is dedicated to helping you succeed in this mission with:

No-cost job training and career services
Free job placement assistance
Veteran Benefits referral assistance
Veteran-focused resources
A supportive community and network

READY TO GET STARTED?

Enroll here.

Call (866) 500-6587 or email vep@ocworkforcesolutions.com.

Interested in hiring veterans?

As a "Veteran Friendly Employer," you reap the benefits of hiring Veterans with experience in teamwork, leadership, integrity and the ability to get the job done. Through VEP, we connect you to best-fitted veteran candidates, assist in developing customized training plans and reimburse up to 50% of new hire training costs.

READY TO HIRE?

Call (866) 500-6587 or email businessservices@ocworkforcesolutions.com.

Hire A Veteran

JOURNEY TO YOUR NEXT CAREER

You’ve distinguished yourself serving your country. Now distinguish yourself with employers who are looking for leadership skills and real-world experiences. Through VEP, you’ll have convenient access to a wide range of no-cost job training and services that put you on the path to a fulfilling career. Build on your strengths with:

Individualized career coaching and planning
Comprehensive skills assessment
On-the-job and work-based training
Apprenticeships, industry-recognized certificates and degrees
Employment readiness and skills training
Career workshops and exploration

Support Resources and Referrals

FIND A JOB THAT USES YOUR SKILLS

VEP’s dedicated staff is ready to help you find a career that fits your interests and talents. We’ll work closely with you to identify and communicate your marketable skills and connect you to employers seeking your experience. Explore our range of no-cost job placement resources and services including:

Access to computers, copiers, fax machines and phones
Help writing and posting effective resumes
Job leads, job fairs and employer referrals
Onsite employer recruitment events
Interview workshops
Job listings across Orange County

ACCESS THE BENEFITS YOU DESERVE

As a veteran, you’ve earned your benefits. At VEP, we’ll help you navigate the process to access:

Compensation and Pension
Indemnity Compensation
Educational Benefits
Veterans Readiness and Employment
DVA Life Insurance Policies and Premium Waivers
CalVet Dependents College Tuition Fee Waivers
Discharge Upgrades
Home Loan Guarantees Eligibility
Veteran’s Home of California Admission

COMMUNITY AND CONNECTION

Find a supportive network of fellow veterans, service members and resources to help make a successful transition to civilian life. VEP partners with U.S. VETS Peer Support and Outreach to provide: