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Military Resources

At WGU Career & Professional Development, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our veterans, active military personnel, and the families who support them. Your dedication, courage, and resilience, both in and out of service, inspire us every day.

We’re honored to support you in your transition from military to civilian careers and are here to provide tailored resources, career guidance, and connections to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you’re exploring new career paths, translating military experience to civilian roles, or building professional networks, our team is here for you every step of the way.

Helpful Resources

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Military Skills Translators

Skills translators helps veterans and service members convert their military experience into language that aligns with civilian job requirements.

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Military & Veteran Job Boards

Military job boards offer veterans dedicated support in exploring civilian careers, with resources tailored to match military experience to roles across industries.

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Applying to Federal Jobs (Help Guide)

Our federal job application resource page is designed to guide job seekers through the process of applying for federal roles.

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Career Resources

Emotional Intelligence and Career Readiness

Stand out to top employers by mastering Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and the NACE Career Competencies. These essential skills are the …

Articulating the Value of a Competency-Based Degree

Your WGU degree is more than a credential—it’s a testament to your determination, skills, and readiness to thrive in your …

Military job boards offer veterans dedicated support in exploring civilian careers, with resources tailored to match military experience to roles …

A Military Skills Translator is a powerful resource for veterans and active-duty service members transitioning into civilian careers. This tool …

Contact & Location

Phone
801-274-3280
Address

4001 S 700 East, #700
Salt Lake City, UT 84107

Career Service Hours

Monday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Tuesday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Wednesday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Thursday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Friday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Saturday by appointment only
Sunday by appointment only

Office hours nationwide are 6am MST to 7pm MST.  Appointment and drop-in hours are available on weekends. Please reach out to careers@wgu.edu for assistance at any time.