Would you like to know what are the best jobs if you are leaving military? Insider Monkey has recently published an interesting article about this topic. While looking for a job after leaving the military you should firstly arm yourself with patience. The process of finding a new job can sometimes be a lengthy process and might require additional work on your skills and knowledge. In order to explore potential future careers, it is vital to be aware of your current skills and those that you potentially want to develop.
It is important to mention that even if you do require additional education, there are plenty of benefits for veterans, including the financial aid. You might want to check out if you are eligible for a scholarship through programs such as The Montgomery GI Bill and The Post-9/11 GI Bill. In case you made voluntary contributions from your military pay while serving, you can also take a look at The Survivors’ and Dependents’ educational Assistance (DEA) Program.
Now without a further ado let’s see what Insider Monkey has investigated for us. We have picked two jobs from their list.
At first you can be an interpreter/translator. The median annual wage is $46,120 (2016), degree required: High school diploma. Military personnel stationed overseas for longer time periods often pick up foreign languages which can be a useful skill for a new job. After your service is through, you can build up your skill for the job market. The increase in demand for interpreters and translators is expected to grow 29% from 2012 to 2024. Work environment ranges from hospitals, courtrooms to various police departments. You can also decide to be a self-employed translator and work from the coziness of your home. In this case, working hours will vary according to your own schedule. The other idea is to be a firefighter. Median annual wage: $48,030 (2016). Degree required: High school diploma and additional written and physical tests. While military veterans might not have as many certificates as other candidates, they can offer much more and are considered to be perfect candidates for the job of a firefighter. Additional training might be required but it should be a piece of cake for someone with military experience. The main duty of a firefighter is to help protect the public in emergency situations. The job itself includes 24-hour shifts and can be very stressful and dangerous. It is important to note that there are two types of firefighters: full-time firefighters and retained firefighters. The latter come to the fire station only during a call out. Retained firefighters often have another part-time job and live in rural areas but within five minutes from the station. The decision to take on the job of a firefighter depends if you feel that all the stress is worth the satisfaction gained by providing protection and valuable service to the community.
For any further interesting information read Insider Monkey’s article about 15 best jobs if you are leaving military.
