Finding meaningful employment after serving in the military requires more than just scanning job boards, it takes targeted resources, career guidance, and connections to veteran-friendly employers. The Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE) delivers all of this and more, offering military veterans a wide range of tools to match their skills with rewarding civilian careers. It is easily one of Maryland’s biggest/most valuable employment resources available. For any veteran seeking employment, the MWE provides job listings, offers guidance, skill-building, and connections to opportunities that recognize and value the experience veterans bring to the workforce.
Tailored Job Search Tools for Veterans
One of the standout features of the MWE is its veteran-focused job search function.
Military veterans can
Translate military job codes into civilian career titles.
Access postings from veteran friendly employers and veteran owned businesses.
Get priority access to job listings through the Veterans Priority of Service program.
These features ensure veterans can find positions where their military skills and discipline are valued.
Skills Assessment & Career Matching
The MWE includes tools that help veterans
Identify transferable skills from their military service.
Match skills to high-demand civilian jobs in Maryland.
Explore new industries that align with their interests and experience.
This not only helps veterans understand their strengths but also opens doors to career paths they may not have considered before.
Training & Certification Programs
For veterans who want to boost their qualifications, MWE offers
Access to workforce training programs.
Information on apprenticeships and on-the-job training.
Guidance on certifications that can increase hiring potential.
These programs are especially valuable for veterans entering competitive fields such as IT, healthcare, and skilled trades.
Networking & Veterans Supporting Veterans
MWE is more than a job board, it’s a community. Veterans can connect with
Local veteran affairs offices for benefits and guidance.
Career counselors who specialize in assisting veterans.
Networking events featuring veterans supporting veterans, where shared experiences and advice create valuable connections.
Support for Veteran Owned Businesses
For those veterans looking to become entrepreneurs instead of employees, the MWE also connects you to
Business startup resources.
Funding and grant information.
Mentorship programs that pair experienced business owners with new veteran owned business founders.
Getting Started
Any military veteran in Maryland can sign up for free at the Maryland Workforce Exchange here or visit a local workforce center for in-person help. By taking advantage of these tools, veterans can gain the confidence, skills, and connections they need to successfully transition into civilian careers.
The MWE is proof that in Maryland, veterans supporting veterans isn’t just a phrase, it’s a mission.
