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Warriors to Work

Wounded Warrior Project’s veteran career program empowers veterans and their family members to thrive in the civilian workforce.

Career Transition and Development for America’s Injured Veterans

The Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Warriors to Work® program provides warriors and their family members with the resources and assistance they need to be successful in the civilian workforce. Program participants learn the skills necessary to find meaningful employment, live financially resilient lives, and be empowered to reach their highest career ambitions.

We know that every journey is different. That’s why Warriors to Work works alongside wounded veterans and their families to provide them with:

  • Career counseling
  • Veteran job placement programs
  • Resume writing assistance
  • Interview preparation
  • Tools and education for salary negotiation
  • Goal-setting assistance
  • Military skills translation guidance
  • Networking opportunities

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We're here to help you reach your career goals. Contact the WWP Resource Center for more information.

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For Employers

Learn more about how the Warriors to Work program educates and informs employers on how to recruit, retain, and support veteran employees.


Frequently Asked Questions

The Warriors to Work program provides registered warriors and their family support members with the resources and assistance needed to be successful in the civilian workforce and live financially resilient lives. Through personalized services, qualified participants may receive access to the following resources and veteran employment programs that include but are not limited to:

  • Career counseling
  • Veteran job placement programs
  • Resume writing assistance
  • Interview preparation
  • Tools and education for salary negotiation
  • Goal-setting assistance
  • Military skills translation guidance
  • Networking opportunities

Absolutely! The Warriors to Work team has veteran career counseling experts who can assist you in finding a meaningful career that suits your current professional needs.

Yes. Family Support Members who are registered with WWP and are 18 years of age or older are eligible for support from the program.

The Warriors to Work program is dedicated to supporting veterans in finding employment through our program. We match job seekers with full-time or part-time employment. Additionally, eligible participants can be connected to apprenticeships or internship opportunities.

Employers are encouraged to fill out the Employer Registration form or reach out to the Warriors to Work team via email for more information about hiring warriors and wounded veterans.

WWP supports veterans and service members who incurred a physical or mental injury, illness, or wound while serving in the military on or after September 11, 2001. If you are not currently registered with WWP, please visit our registration page for details about registering with WWP and how to get started. You may also be eligible for the program if you are the family member or caregiver of a wounded warrior.

Our veterans work program is one of a variety of veteran programs and services to help you take the steps that are right for you, including programs for physical and mental wellness, career transition, and support in obtaining disabled veterans benefits from Veterans Affairs (VA).

Through collaboration and partnerships, the Warriors to Work veteran employment program educates and informs employers about the transferrable skills veterans bring to the civilian workforce. Additionally, Warriors to Work collaborates with employers across the country to help veterans find work and:

  • Facilitate productive onboarding processes
  • Identify optimal roles for veterans and provide qualified candidates
  • Reduce the stigma around combat-related injuries and veteran employment
  • Develop practices to help increase retention among veteran employees
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Veterans Crisis Line

If you are in crisis or concerned about a loved one, please call the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 then press "1" or text 838255 to connect with a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year.

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