Frequently Asked Questions

While some SkillBridge/CSP programs require a degree to participate, HireMilitary does not. We provide opportunities for all education and skill levels, with or without a degree.

Every position has different requirements, so read through the job description to find out what’s required and what’s preferred for that specific job. You might find that professional experience can often be substituted for education. Many of our employer partners offer entry-level roles as well, so check out our website to see if you find a role that interests you.

HireMilitary will NEVER require a service member to use their hard-earned benefits to participate in a SkillBridge internship.

However, some SkillBridge programs do require service members to tap into their GI Bill to cover the costs of training. If you go this route, you’ll use a portion of the benefits you’ve earned and reduce the amount you’ll have for future education. Just be informed and make the best decision for you—if a training program requires the use of your GI Bill but leads to your dream career, go for it! Research all your options, including HireMilitary, to make sure you set yourself up for success.

Bottom line: There are NO COSTS to service members who participate in any of HireMilitary’s internships.

Not a problem! We understand that every transition is different, and we’ll tailor your SkillBridge internship to accommodate your specific needs. While we do occasionally offer cohorts, most of our internships have flexible start and end dates based on your transition timeline.

Your internship will take place within your final 180 days on active duty, with an average internship length of 90–120 days. The sweet spot for applying is around 9–10 months before your separation date so you’ve got enough time to find the right company, conduct your interview, and get command approval. 

If you’ve got at least 9–10 months left in service, we encourage you to join the SkillBridge talent pool and start submitting applications.

We can help with that! 

As an approved DoD SkillBridge provider, HireMilitary can partner with any company to create a SkillBridge internship just for you. If you find a company that’s willing to host you as a SkillBridge intern, we can bring them under the HireMilitary umbrella.

While we do charge employers a small fee to participate, HireMilitary’s services are ALWAYS FREE to service members. If you’d like to learn more, send an email to amber.pitkin@tenovallc.com

Here are a few options:

• You don’t have to be on-site to do a SkillBridge internship, so look out for remote opportunities. As of this writing, HireMilitary has more than a dozen fully remote internships to choose from, and we’re adding new opportunities daily.

• While you’ll likely cover your own travel/relocation costs, you can choose to do an internship at a different location. If you go outside a 50-mile radius of your current installation, you’ll need the approval of an O5/O6.

• If you find a local company willing to host you as a SkillBridge intern, HireMilitary can help you create your own internship.Send an email to amber.pitkin@tenovallc.com if you'd like to learn more.

We recommend you contact your FRG or RCTAA before applying for a SkillBridge opportunity if you're in the National Guard or Reserves. If you're on Title 10 or Title 32 status, you might be able to do a SkillBridge internship. Just make sure you verify which guidelines your transition office is following before you apply.

You can still participate in the DoD SkillBridge program, even if you're going through a medical evaluation board (MEB). There’s one caveat to this – the host employer should be aware that your start date is subject to change. 

Assuming the employer is flexible with your timeline, we can plan your internship based on your estimated separation date. If you’ve got six months or more before you separate, we encourage you to apply for an internship to see how our team can help.

SkillBridge is a relatively new program, so your commander may not know much about it. Therefore, it’s critical that you communicate with your leadership early in the process to let them know your intentions. Make it easy for them to say “yes” by creating a plan that makes you expendable to your unit. If you’re clear about what you’re asking for, there's a better chance your request will be approved.

So, take ownership of your transition! The military will continue to function after you’re gone, but you’re the only one who can advocate for your future. If you need help communicating the importance of the SkillBridge program with your commander, here’s an article that might help.  

The DoD SkillBridge program is designed for active-duty service members and select groups of the National Guard and Reserves in their last 180 days of service. Through this program, the Department of Defense continues to provide service members’ salaries, allowances, and benefits while they’re in training or working with approved industry partners. Therefore, veterans and military spouses are not eligible to participate.

If you’re a veteran or military spouse, check out our careers page for nationwide and fully remote job opportunities.

SkillBridge is supposed to provide an opportunity with a high probability of placement, but there’s no guarantee of a job at the end of your internship. 

SkillBridge allows you to test your skills in the civilian world, immerse yourself in a company's culture, and see what it’s like to work there. At the same time, your host company will see if you’re a good fit for their organization. Once your internship is over, they are not required to extend a job offer, and you are not required to accept it if they do.

While there's no guarantee of a job offer, 97% of HireMilitary Interns are offered full-time employment by their host companies once they complete their internships!