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U.S. Veterans — News

Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Aug. 17, 2026

Published August 17, 2026 · 5 min read
· By Thirstier News

Editor’s note: This post contains links to jobs that are active at the time of publishing. Most job listings close 7–30 days after posting. The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by VA. Veterans should verify all information with the organization offering the opportunity.

Each week, we receive job announcements from employers and employment websites seeking to hire Veterans. This post includes links to job listings for the week of Aug. 17, 2026. We will continue to post relevant and timely listings as we receive them for the locations listed.

By recognizing the skills, discipline, leadership and problem-solving abilities that Veterans possess, employers can benefit greatly from hiring them. Veterans bring adaptability, a diverse perspective and a strong work ethic to the workplace, enriching company culture and fostering innovation.

Workforce readiness resources

G.I. Jobs | Military Friendly® Virtual Job Fair – Aug. 27, 12 – 4 p.m. EDT

Vetrepreneur® Franchise Coaching Information Session – Aug. 21, 12. – 1 p.m. EDT

National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA)’s expert-led corporate contracting education for certified Veteran’s business enterprises

Explore scholarship opportunities through Scholarship America

Battlefields to Ballfields: Apply for a scholarship to launch your sports officiating career

Bridge My Return (BMR)’s AI-powered hiring platform connects military talent with military-ready employers

Nationwide – Veteran-Exclusive Entrepreneurial Opportunities – Veteran Service Brands

VA Supported Events providing Career Resources.

External job listings

Sign up with Vet the Vote to continue your service to your community as a poll worker this election cycle! If you are selected by your jurisdiction, you can make on average $150 a day, though amounts vary by county. Vet the Vote is a national campaign recruiting veterans and military family members to serve as election poll workers. 

Phoenix, Ariz. – Senior Business Analyst – EndRun

San Diego, Calif. – Auto Appraiser Liability Claim Rep – Travelers Insurance

Diamond Bar, Calif. – Auto Liability Claim Representative – Travelers Insurance

Long Beach, Calif. – Staff Global Supply Chain Manager – Ford Motor Company

Orlando, Fla. – Facility Security Officer – 4C Strategies

Juno Beach, Fla. – Recruiter – NextEra Energy, Inc

Honolulu, Hawaii – Store Support – Home Depot

Mundelein, Ill. – Warehouse Operator – Medline Industries LP.

Sparrows Point, Md. – Dc Maintenance Technician – Home Depot

Gaylord, Mich. – Pro Customer Service/Sales – Home Depot

Gaylord, Mich. – Store Support – Home Depot

Vicksburg, Miss. – Mechanical Integrity Engineer – Ergon, Inc.

Kings Mountain, N.C. – Manufacturing Technician – Eaton

Merrimack, N.H. – Pro Customer Service/Sales – Home Depot

Newark, N.J. – Facilities Maintenance Technician – United Airlines

Newark, N.J. – Manager, Fleet Client Services – COX

Perth Amboy, N.J. – Dc Maintenance Technician – Home Depot

White Plains, N.Y. – Outside Auto Appraiser – Travelers Insurance

Hilliard, Ohio – Exterior Patrol Security Officer – SCIS

Lake Oswego, Ore. – Office Administrator – UBS

Crafton, Pa. – Account Manager I – FedEx

Pittston Township, Pa. – Dc Maintenance Technician – Home Depot

Breinigsville, Pa. – Dc Maintenance Technician – Home Depot

Texas – Account Manager – Heritage Construction and Roofing

Dallas, Texas – Equipment Technician (SkillBridge) – Texas Instruments

Anson, Texas – Unarmed Security Officer – Metro One LPSG

Frisco, Texas – Analyst Operations Financials I – Haskell

Beaumont, Texas – Transport Scheduler – Aggreko

Herndon, Va. – Deputy Site Manager – Constellis

Falls Church, Va. – Counterintelligence Officer – Amentum

Brookfield, Wis. – Sr Risk Control Consultant Field – Travelers Insurance

Kohler, Wis. – Sales Specialist – Home Depot

Nationwide – Veteran-Only Franchise Opportunities

Find more Jobs & SkillBridge/CSP opportunities

 Work at VA

Whether you’re looking for the care you’ve earned or the career you deserve, we’re all about Veterans at VA. Your military service can translate into numerous skills that federal employers like us value. 

Talk About It Tuesday: Learn more about the VA and how to better navigate the federal hiring process.

Critical need positions

Nationwide – Peer Specialist

Multiple Locations – Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor – VBA

See this week’s job announcements for a variety of clinical and non-clinical positions at VA facilities around the country:

Phoenix, Ariz. – Speech-Language Pathologist

Little Rock, Ark. – Healthcare Engineer

San Francisco, Calif. – Security Assistant

Augusta, Ga. – Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI)

Pocatello, Idaho – Health Technician (Audiology)

Indianapolis, Ind. – Pipefitter (Leader)

Cleveland, Ohio – Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Fort Meade, S.D. – Dietitian (Advanced Level Practice)

Kerrville, Texas – Industrial Hygienist

Vancouver, Wash. – Supervisory Program Specialist

Find more jobs at VA.

Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) opportunities

Tucson, Ariz. – Food Service Worker

Fayetteville, Ark. – Food Service Worker

Los Angeles, Calif. – Operations Supervisor 

Los Angeles, Calif. – Food Service Worker

Orlando, Fla. – Retail Sales Associate

Danville, Ill. – Patient Services Manager

Chicago, Ill. – Cook

Indianapolis, Ind. – Food Service Worker

Ann Arbor, Mich. – Food Service Worker

Minneapolis, Minn. – Health Tech (Optician)

Las Vegas, Nev. – Food Service Worker

Portland, Ore. – Vending Supply Clerk

Pittsburgh, Pa. – Food Service Worker

Amarillo, Texas – Food Service Worker

Sheridan, Wyo. – Food Service Worker

View more openings online.

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