American Job Centers — Veterans Priority

Statewide American Job Centers offer dedicated veterans representatives (DVOPs and LVERs) who provide priority employment services, job matching, and career counseling. Find your nearest center at careeronestop.org.

CT Department of Labor — Veterans Services

Connecticut's state labor department offers job placement assistance, career counseling, and resume workshops with veteran-priority access. Visit ctdol.state.ct.us or call your regional DOL office to connect with a veterans representative.

GI Bill & VA Education Benefits

The Post-9/11 GI Bill and other VA education programs cover tuition, housing, and books for eligible veterans and dependents. Contact us for help connecting with a GI Bill navigator who can guide your enrollment.

Hire Heroes USA

Free career coaching, resume writing, interview preparation, and job search assistance for transitioning veterans and military spouses. Register for free at hireheroesusa.org to be paired with a personal career coach.

Connecticut State Colleges — Veterans Offices

Veterans resource offices at CSCU campuses provide academic advising, enrollment support, and credit-for-military-service evaluation. Contact the veterans office at your chosen campus to start the enrollment process.

Helmets to Hardhats CT

Connects veterans to registered apprenticeships and skilled trades careers in Connecticut's construction industry. Apply through the national H2H program at helmetstohardhats.org and select CT as your state.

Connecticut Veterans Tuition Waiver



State statutes provide that tuition at Connecticut public colleges and universities may be waived for:

eligible veterans;

active members of the Connecticut Army and Air National Guard;

any Connecticut resident who is a dependent child or a surviving spouse of a member of the Armed Forces killed in action on or after September 11, 2001 who was a Connecticut resident; and

state residents who are dependent children of a person whom the Armed Forces has declared to be either missing in action or a prisoner of war while serving in the Armed Forces after January 1, 1960.

The state tuition waiver also covers the amount of tuition which exceeds the tuition benefit received under the federal 2008 Post-9/11 Veteran Educational Assistance Act.

yellow ribbon

program

The Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program (YRRP) is a Department of Defense-wide effort to promote the well-being of National Guard and Reserve members, their families and communities, by connecting them with resources throughout the deployment cycle. Through Yellow Ribbon events, Service members and loved ones connect with local resources before, during, and after deployments. Reintegration during post-deployment is a critical time for members of the National Guard and Reserve, as they often live far from military installations and other members of their units. Commanders and leaders play a critical role in assuring that Reserve Service members and their families attend Yellow Ribbon events where they can access information on health care, education and training opportunities, financial, and legal benefits. We work with government partners, including the Small Business Administration and Departments of Labor and Veterans Affairs, to provide up-to-date and relevant information to the members of the All-Volunteer force and their families.

The Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) - UCONN

The Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) program offers cutting edge, experiential training in entrepreneurship and small business management to post-9/11 veterans, National Guard or Reserve members, and active-duty members within 180 days of separation. 

Since 2009, the UConn School of Business has proudly participated in this remarkable program, dedicated to giving back to those who have sacrificed for our country. The EBV program showcases the transformative power of entrepreneurship, driving job creation and economic growth while empowering veterans to build thriving businesses in their communities.

Veteran friendly colleges

Veteran friendly colleges for active-duty, veterans, military spouses, and dependents seeking schools with military friendly features and benefits. There are over 11,000 higher education institutions to choose from, and finding one that meets your individual needs while offering veteran friendly support can be difficult.  Our list is comprised of schools that provide education benefits and resources tailored to the military community.

NOTE: We do not endorse or refute the information on this site.  It is provided as an informational  tool for those looking to further their education endeavors.  We encourage you to do your due diligence when making  your choice of institution of higher learning.

The Military to Machinist program

The Military to Machinist program will assist veterans living in southwest Connecticut in making the transition to rewarding careers in manufacturing. At no cost to you, we connect you with education and training services and help you secure apprenticeship and/or employment with local manufacturing companies.Jump-start your post-military career with a company that values your service and invests in your future. Whether you are still active in military duties and looking for transitional job development programs, a student veteran aiming to supplement your education, or a military spouse searching for flexible and convenient work schedules–we offer a wide range of immediate opportunities to fit your needs. Our part-time and full-time roles are uniquely positioned to support you no matter where you might be in your career or military transition. Your experience can lead to career growth opportunities at Amazon, so join us today to embrace what's next.

Connecticut Troops to Teachers

Connecticut Troops to Teachers is a program for all service members and veterans to receive counseling, financial and placement assistance in transitioning their leadership, core values and acquired skills to a career in teaching.

Supported by the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) Talent Office and the national Troops to Teachers program, facilitated by the U.S. Department of Defense, Troops to Teachers has helped more than 21,000 veterans successfully transition to a career in education.