The INvets Blog

Five industries that are vital to Indiana’s economy. As Indiana’s economy rebounds, look for opportunities in these important industries.  In 2020, even the fastest-growing industries in Indiana experienced setbacks as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the state’s economy…

Use military skills to jump-start your civilian career. How can you apply your dynamic military skill set in a new context? For many transitioning service members, resume writing is a significant hurdle. How do you translate years of military experience…

Ready to approach your transition to civilian life with a renewed sense of purpose? Transitioning to civilian life seems to come with more questions than answers. How do you decide which career path is right for you? When should you…

How to set salary expectations for civilian life. Transitioning to civilian life presents veterans with countless challenges. With all of the major lifestyle changes and intense planning for the future, some things will naturally be forgotten. Believe it or not,…

Now that hiring processes are happening online, veterans have to change how they prepare for civilian careers.   For some veterans, transitioning to civilian life feels a little bit like they’re competing on the History Channel’s hit survival series, Alone, where…

Life after the military in Indiana. For the longest time, people referred to Indianapolis as “Nap Town” (some people still do, but as a term of endearment now). They had good reason to throw this moniker on our city; it…

The 5 veterans you meet during your transition out of the military. It’s been almost six years since I transitioned out of the Army from Fort Drum. I still remember my transition classes pretty clearly, especially what I thought was…

Finding a career after the military. For some of you, you know exactly what you want to do when you transition out of the military—maybe you even have the decision narrowed down to a specific position at a specific company….

Interview tips for veterans. So, you’ve found a company you would love to work at, your resume was on point, and they want to bring you in for an interview. Getting nervous? Your last interview may have been at MEPS…

Indiana Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and INvets announced today the next-generation website – INvets.org

IIf you’re a veteran living in Indiana, the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) is your best resource for connecting with all of your military benefits.

If you’re a veteran moving to Central Indiana, how do you get plugged in to everything Indianapolis has to offer? The answer is IndyHub.