Paul W.

Paul W.

Success Statements Paul W. Illinois, May 2025 “When I left the military, I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to find work. I quickly realized that my military experience didn’t easily translate to civilian jobs, and that frightened me. Thankfully, Operation: Job Ready...
Johnnie J.

Johnnie J.

Success Statements Johnnie J. Illinois, May 2025 “When I was honorably discharged from the military, the challenges I faced were lack of networking in the civilian world, which put me at a disadvantage. Also, in the military, most roles require technical skills, but...
Ben J.

Ben J.

Success Statements Ben J. Kentucky, May 2025 “One of the biggest challenges I faced after transitioning out of the U.S. Army was that many civilian businesses don’t always recognize the value and success that a military background can bring to their organization. Many...
Wesley M.

Wesley M.

Success Statements Wesley M. Ohio, May 2025 “After retiring from the military, one of my biggest challenges was translating my military experience into civilian language that employers could easily understand. Although I knew I was qualified, I struggled to...
Courtney B.

Courtney B.

Success Statements Courtney B. Indiana, April 2025 “Transitioning from the military, my biggest challenge was finding a job that matched both my skills and interests. As a former F-15 crew chief, the limited availability of jet mechanic positions in Indiana made the...
Harold G.

Harold G.

Success Statements Harold G. Indiana, April 2025 “A few years ago, as I transitioned out of the Army after 22 years of service, Operation: Job Ready Veterans (OJRV) became a crucial part of my reintegration into the civilian workforce. They connected me with fellow...