In March 2026, the veteran unemployment rate was 3.8%, down from 3.9% the previous month and up from 3.7% the prior year. Also in March 2026, the comparable non-veteran unemployment rate was 4.1%, down from 4.3% the previous month and up from 4.0% the prior year.

The unemployment rates are seasonally adjusted for individuals aged 18 years and over in the civilian non-institutional population. View more information about veteran employment rates at bls.gov.

MVAA is hiring a Training Accountability Analyst to join the Veteran Service Officer (VSO) team. This is the recognized resource for the Agency’s VSO accreditation process as well as developing and conducting training for VSO’s in the State of Michigan.

This position conducts research, analysis, and presents data in support of the Agency’s accreditation of VSO’s and on-going agency initiatives. The Training Accountability Analyst oversees the MVAA’s web-based claims system that is used daily by VSO’s across Michigan. This position develops and monitors performance metrics related to benefit claims processed by MVAA veteran service officers, veteran service organizations and Michigan counties.

The position closes Friday, Apr. 17, 2026, at 11:50 p.m. EST. Apply here. 

Camp Liberty is looking for sponsors for their Golf Outing and Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 20 at the Gauci Golf Resort in Onstead. 

Sponsors will have their logos included on all event signage. All money raised will go to Camp Liberty's events, building a stronger veteran and First Responder community. 

Sponsorship levels start at just $60. To sponsor, contact Melinda Schwyn at 517-206-8633 or programs@camplibertymichigan.org. 

Learn more at about Camp Liberty at CampLibertyMichigan.org. 

When Don, a U.S. military veteran, began working with VES in December he was facing a difficult winter. Having been recently laid off, Don was living in a fifth wheel camper and was unsure about his future.

Veterans’ Career Advisor Bill Mourufas quickly stepped in to help. Recognizing Don’s urgent need for stable shelter, Bill connected him with Supportive Services for Veteran Families, which was established by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in 2011 to rapidly re-house homeless veterans and prevent homelessness to very low-income veterans at imminent risk due to a housing crisis.

Supportive Services for Veteran Families was able to place Don in a local motel that very same day. It was the first step toward rebuilding stability.

Over the following weeks, Don worked closely with both Bill and Supportive Services for Veteran Families. With ongoing housing support, he transitioned from the motel into a stable apartment, providing him with a secure base to focus on his long-term goals.

Bill provided career coaching and job search assistance, helping Don identify opportunities that matched his skills and interests. Together, they explored options, honed application materials and practiced for interviews, all while ensuring Don remained stably housed thanks to continued coordination with Supportive Services for Veteran Families.

In April, Don’s hard work and perseverance paid off. He was hired by Ken Graham Trucking as a truck driver. It marked a major milestone in his journey toward self-sufficiency and long-term success.

Career Exploration & Awareness Month shines a spotlight on discovering the career pathways available to Michigan residents and the employment, training and educational opportunities that come with them.

There are a variety of valuable resources to help Michiganders follow career and labor trends. These include Michigan’s Hot 50 Job Outlook report, which showcases the top in-demand, high-wage occupations expected to see significant growth through 2032; Regional Career Outlook reports, which provide a breakdown of career outlook data in each of the state’s 10 regions; and Pathfinder, Michigan's free online career exploration tool. 

Learn more about career exploration resources here.

Our mission is to assist you and your family secure meaningful careers in Michigan.

The concept of veterans helping veterans is a trademark of the VES team and one of the keys to its success. Veterans face many challenges when transitioning out of the military – finding meaningful employment should not be one of them.

• Veterans in need of employment assistance should contact the nearest Michigan Works! One-Stop Service Center by calling 800-285-WORKS (9675) or visiting MichiganWorks.org.
• More information about Veterans’ Employment Services is available at Michigan.gov/VES.
• Register today and start your job search at Pure Michigan Talent Connect at MiTalent.org.