From service to skilled trades: America’s most overlooked workforce pipeline
Many U.S. military veterans face challenges in finding stable civilian employment after their service. The skilled trades present a viable option for these veterans, offering opportunities that align with their existing skills and experience. With a growing demand for tradespeople, veterans can find meaningful careers while addressing workforce shortages in critical industries.
- ▪About a third of veterans struggle to find full-time employment after their military contracts end.
- ▪The U.S. Department of Education estimates that 2.1 million trade positions could remain unfilled by 2030.
- ▪Skilled trade schools offer support for veterans transitioning to civilian careers, including scholarships and educational funding.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 09:20:00 +0000 |
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For many U.S. military veterans finding stable, well-paying civilian employment is a challenge after their military contract ends. In a study produced by the Wounded Warrior Project, about a third of veterans have difficulty finding full-time employment after their contract ends and if they do gain employment, its jobs below their skill level.Recommended Video The skilled trades are a viable, but often overlooked, option for veterans looking to transition out of their enlistment. Especially with national labor shortages, skilled trades offer military members plentiful opportunities and secure employment that build upon skills many already have.
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