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‼️ “The Commander’s Dilemma ‼️ The military’s insufficient emphasis on transition is manifested in its most crucial form among commanders, or those individuals tasked with leading military operations, organizations, and personnel. ❇️ In short, supporting transition conflicts with these commanders’ primary and most essential responsibility—maintaining mission readiness. ❇️ When service members are valuable contributors to their units, the need to keep them on duty can seem of greater importance to a commander than the service member’s post-military future. ⚠️⚠️⚠️ One example of this dilemma relates to service members’ participation in a Department of Defense (DoD) program such as SkillBridge, which provides participants with work experience through job training, internships, or apprenticeships. … Some service members report that commanders deny SkillBridge requests because of the importance of maintaining mission readiness, although data documenting reasons for such denials has not been systematically collected. A recent report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO)27 found that service members face similar barriers when seeking access to the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), which may explain why so few complete this required program on time.” ⁉️See comments for solutions from the VJC

The missing million: Will we find enough tradespeople in the workforce to build the future of Britain? https://bit.ly/3TrQzMf. In a recent article from Get In UK, they discuss that the construction industry needs 937,000 new workers to meet growing demand by 2032! Although they focus on apprenticeships, we understand how crucial these stats are and how apprentices aren't the only 'need'. We help retrain individuals from the Armed Forces Community, including the Army, RAF, the Navy, Veterans, Reservists and their families who are looking to leave the forces and start a new career path in the construction industry. Can you support our cause and provide those pathways? We are always looking to partner with corporate and academy partners, industry, and educational services to help strengthen how we can join forces between industry, education and the Armed Forces. Find out more and get in touch - https://bit.ly/43jnJPa. #TradesPeople #Construction #Partnerships #ArmedForcesCommunity #IndustryDemand

I hear that many of you enlisted in the military JUST to get those ed benefits. I hear that strong civilian employment is often the goal. the MAJOR you choose, the INTERNSHIPS you do, the FIRST Full-Time CIVILIAN JOB you choose are CRITICAL. This article came out Feb 22. It is a general population view. We'll drop link below. (But y'all, based on research we heard from AIR last Friday, it sure seems relevant to the military community too.) Thoughts on this? #VeteranEmployment #StudentVeterans

IIPAC is a proud supporter of Helmets to Hardhats. A transitioning program for US military veterans to move directly into the ironworking field. Why prioritize transitioning veterans for apprenticeships in ironworking? Skill and Reliability: Veterans bring a wealth of skills and a track record of reliability. They are equipped with diverse expertise, drug free expectations, and leadership capabilities. Addressing Unemployment Challenges: Government unemployment costs are notably higher among veterans, particularly in the 22-26 age groups. Integrating them into apprenticeship programs helps reduce these costs and offers them stable career pathways. Maximizing Military Training: There's significant value in harnessing military training within apprenticeship programs. Former armed forces members deserve opportunities to excel in civilian professions. At IIPAC, we're dedicated to empowering veterans and utilizing their talents for success in construction. Join us as we build a brighter future together! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gmXQq38M #VeteransInConstruction #MilitaryTransition #IIPAC

🎖️ Joining the Army doesn't mean just becoming a combat solider! 🎖️ "Kaine was not aware of the apprenticeship career path offered by the Army when he joined in 2019 but has now completed his Level Three Business Administrator Apprenticeship, which is the equivalent to two ‘A’ Levels." Meaning there are no limitations to what you can learn in the Army, and the skills learnt are transferrable to a civilian career. See what Kaine said here: https://lnkd.in/egMDDVNG #Apprenticeships #Apprentice #SkillsForLife #Career #Army #ArmedForces #SouthEastAmbassadorNetwork #UpSkilling #CareerDevelopment #Qualifications #ApprenticeLife

Amazing Apprenticeships want to inspire young female students with this *FREE* webinar in partnership with The British Army to mark International Women's Day. Hear from female Army ambassadors about their #army #careers in: – Medical – Intelligence & Communications – HR & Finance – Combat – Logistics & Support – Engineering – Music

AIRTEC attended The Patuxent Partnership (TPP) Defense Summit this week. It was another great local opportunity to support the important mission of TPP and engage with leaders in government and partners in the defense contracting industry. We often forget in the day-to-day grind and hustle why we do what we do but this was a great reminder of the big picture and the imminent threats that could be around the corner and why we must continue to work together and work through contracting, procurement, logistics, and budget challenges to be ready to protect the freedom we all enjoy. TPP is a non-profit member organization that works with government, industry, and academia to advance education through STEM-based initiatives, advance technology through events, and advance science and technology through the exchange of ideas, information, and data. TPP is a vital component of fostering workforce development. AIRTEC has been a member since 2019 and participates in their Southern Maryland 2030 Workforce Development Program which provides paid internship and apprenticeship opportunities in the area. This collaborative effort is with the Naval Air Warfare Center Aviation Division (NAWCAD), the Southern Maryland Navy Alliance, and many educational partners including local colleges and schools, as well as industry. We look forward to having talented students from this internship program join us in Summer 2024! Located in the AeroPark Innovation District at the St. Mary's Airport, a few miles from the Patuxent River Naval Air Station, AIRTEC has been supporting the critical missions of customers for more than 30 years. We look forward to continuing to support TPP as an important organization that helps promote collaboration, learning, and networking to help grow the economy in the community and worldwide! #ThePatuxentPartnershipDefenseSummit #NavyLeadership #EconomicGrowth #AIRTEC #SouthernMaryland #AviationLeader #AirborneSolutions #CommunityBusinessConnections #GlobalMission

🌟 Exciting News for Veterans! 🌟 Vets2PM has an incredible opportunity through their SkillBridge program, a game-changer for transitioning military personnel. Check out https://zurl.co/0JF2! 🚀🎖️ - We pair Veterans with Companies for Skillbridge internship - We host a Company's Skillbridge program so you can tend to your business This initiative bridges the gap between military service and civilian project management careers. Veterans gain invaluable hands-on experience, learning vital skills directly applicable to numerous industries. The program emphasizes translating military leadership and problem-solving into a corporate context, making veterans attractive candidates in the job market. Not just a training program, it's a career lifeline, offering mentorship, networking, and support. It's more than just a step towards a new career; it's a leap into a future full of possibilities. #VeteransToPM #SkillBridgeSuccess #pmp #projectmanagement #dodskillbridge #veteranshelpingveterans

Got resources? We are in the "Veterans Are Supported Era" and this is a great place to be. However, it can get overwhelming. Here is how to navigate the sea of resources available to veterans: 1. Utilize what your military branch provides (checklists, TAP, etc.). 2. Do your research...what are your brothers and sisters in arms utilizing? What was their experience? 3. Tap into one other resource that provides a holistic approach to the #militarytransition (training, internships, career services, lifetime access to training material, and job placement) We'd love to be that resource for you. Start here: vets2pm.com/training

Rising Virginia Tech juniors and seniors, don't miss out on this amazing 𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚 to change the trajectory of your career and be a part of the national defense network through the 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐬 (DCTC) program. 𝐃𝐂𝐓𝐂 is designed for students pursuing an undergraduate degree relating to acquisition or finance, as well as digital technologies, critical technologies, science, or engineering. Students in majors such as business, supply chain management, contracting, and pre-law are encouraged to apply. The experiential learning curriculum creates an environment where students collaborate across disciplines (business, engineering, computer science, public policy, etc.) and actively engage in classroom discussions and hands-on assignments to understand the fundamental principles of defense acquisition and how to work as multidisciplinary teams, using flexibilities and agility to develop, acquire, and sustain capabilities to keep pace in the great power competition. https://lnkd.in/eYcrmfkj #undergarduatestudents #opportunity #scholarship #university #virginiatech #nationalsecurity #departmentofdefense #dctc #hokies #humescenter #nationalsecurity