The VET TEC program is subject by law to an annual $45 million budget cap.  Funding is based on a first come, first served basis.

Are you currently enrolled in an approved program and in receipt of a VET TEC award letter? If this is you, your training will continue uninterrupted. As long as there are no changes to your start date or current training program, your training will continue to be funded and will not be impacted by the funding cap.

Are you currently enrolled in an approved program but  have not yet received a VET TEC award letter? If this is you, you will need to await an award letter prior to beginning your training. If funds exhaust, you will have to wait until FY 24 funds become available on October 1, 2023 before you can begin training.

For questions regarding the VET TEC program, please email the VET TEC team at VETTEC.VBABUF@va.gov.

VA is excited to announce the next IBM SkillsBuild cohort! Earn your IBM Professional Certificate in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics or IT Support in a 16-week supported, virtual cohort launching August 7, 2023.

IBM Skillsbuild is a FREE online training and credentialing platform created by IBM for adult learners interested in high-demand technology career fields. This training does not utilize your VA education benefits and can be used in addition to formal benefit training programs.

Here’s what you need to know:

1. Cohort start date: August 7, 2023
2. You must be a Veteran or beneficiary that holds or held entitlement to VA education benefits
3. This cohort will offer three learning tracks: IT Support, Cybersecurity and Data Analytics
4. Pre-training is required for acceptance into the cohort
5. Acceptance into the cohort is granted based on pre-training completion date – space is limited!

Don’t miss your chance to participate! Click on the field of interest below to register with SkillsBuild and complete your pre-training requirements early to secure your spot.

IT Support

Cybersecurity

Data Analytics

Important note: If you have previously accessed IBM SkillsBuild, or if you receive an error message, please reach out to the VET TEC team at vettecpartner@va.gov, indicate your track of choice, and we will manually add you to the required pretraining.

Congress recently passed a law preventing further extensions of the Federal student loan payment pause. Student loan interest will resume starting on Sept. 1, 2023, and payments will be due starting in October. The Department of Education will notify borrowers well before payments restart. Visit the Federal Student Aid site for tips on how to prepare.  

Are you seeking additional training and employment for a new career in a technical field? The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is committed to helping Veterans and Service members prepare for and find meaningful employment, continuing the tradition of serving those who served, with VA. The Technical Career Field (TCF) program at VA offers two years of formal training in technical career fields such as information technology, engineering, contracting, environmental management, finance, health information management, human resources management, public affairs, supply chain management and more. Along with intensive, hands-on training, participants receive a salary, benefits and a stipend for required training and travel. For more information on the TCF program, including how to apply, click here.

Do you need to obtain certification or licensure for meaningful employment in your desired field? You can use part of your entitlement to cover the cost, up to $2,000, of certain tests and certifications to become a licensed or certified professional. Only tests approved for the GI Bill are covered under this benefit. Learn more about this benefit and out what’s approved before you take any tests.

Hiring Our Heroes (HOH) is hosting virtual employment events this month, focused helping you perfect your resume and connect to available job opportunities in various career fields.

Resume Review Interactive Workshop

July 11, 2023 from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET

Need help perfecting your resume? Join Hiring Our Heroes for an interactive workshop to learn how to create a professional resume, highlighting your unique qualifications and experiences. Following this presentation, your resume will be reviewed by volunteers from Hiring Our Heroes’ partner companies. Registration is limited. For more information, including registration, click here.

Military Spouse Professional Network Monthly Series: All About Remote Work

July 11, 2023 from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET

Join Hiring Our Heroes Military Spouse Professional Network to discuss remote work including where to find job opportunities, employee best practices and workplace best practices in a remote setting. Register here.

Exploring Careers in Technology and Cybersecurity

July 18, 2023 from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET

Ready to connect with employers in the technology and cybersecurity industry? Join Hiring Our Heroes and employers in technology and cybersecurity industry to learn about in-demand skillsets, available tech roles and career paths, hiring processes, certification requirements and training recommendations, resume and interview tips and to receive guidance on how to be successful in a hiring fair. This event will also include a live Q&A session. Register here.

For more information on upcoming events, visit HOH online to learn more.

Delaware Resource Group (DRG), a diverse aerospace defense contractor based in Oklahoma City and a VET TEC employer-partner, is seeking new talent. Check out their available opportunities in technology:

F-35 Simulator Technician – Lemoore, CA

Field Service Representatives – Multiple Locations

System Administrator – McGuire AFB, New Jersey

DRG is also recruiting for a variety of positions in different fields. Review all available positions.

VetsEZ is looking for high-performing, focused, career-minded individuals who are motivated to expand their skill sets and advance their careers to join their digital services team. Check out these featured position openings.

InterSystems Technology Platform Practice Lead - REMOTE

Capture Manager – REMOTE

Intersystems/HealthShare DevOps Engineer – REMOTE