Roughly 200,000 service members transition out of the military each year, with 77% looking for full-time employment. Organizations prioritizing veterans have the unique opportunity to help this group of job seekers navigate the civilian workforce.
According to a Hiring Our Heroes and Indeed report, veterans face several perceived challenges when transitioning to civilian life. Nearly 40% said they struggle to find job opportunities that match their skill set. Almost 25% said adjusting to workplace civilian culture is challenging.
Fair360’s 2024 Top 50 Companies for Veterans are among the best-in-class in supporting veterans in the workplace. The list is determined by performance in four areas: