Our goal is to help you discover — or rediscover — your career purpose and identity whether you are a current serving member, veteran or family member.
When you are in the Australian Defence Force, your career is all but mapped out – job interviews, writing resumes or business networking are not things you really have to think about.
When you leave the military – whether voluntarily or due to illness or injury – knowing where to start to find a new career that will provide the same sense of identity, belonging and self-worth can be challenging.
Soldier On’s Career and Education Support program provides the support you need to build a meaningful civilian career. We can also help your family members, who may have had their own careers curtailed due to frequent postings.
Program inclusions:
- Initial participant consultation.
- Tailored career and education program.
- Learning and development sessions.
- Access to Soldier On’s Career and Education Hub, connecting you with Soldier On’s Veteran-supportive employers, mentors, resources and education providers.
- The Discover My Career Tool – Harrison Career Navigation System (CNS) is a scientific tool that evaluates you as an individual and aligns you with the careers best suited to your goals.
- Free comprehensive career readiness resources, including workbooks, webinars, interview skills, resume templates and more.
- Direct access to a national jobs and opportunities board featuring Veteran-supportive employers.
- Hear from other ADF members who have transitioned to civilian life.
Our Career and Education Support officers are dedicated to providing one-on-one support to help participants identify pathways to employment.
This program is designed to be a hand up, not a handout. Our goal is to empower you to take control of your own career and education journey — with our team here to support and champion you every step of the way.
What you can expect:
Initial Consultation: A phone call with your dedicated career and education support officer to explore your goals and identify the support and resources that will help you succeed.
Tailored Program: Together with your support officer, you’ll co-design a personalised, self-directed or guided program aligned with your ambitions.
Access to Resources: You’ll gain entry to our career and education hub, which includes a range of tools, resources, and opportunities to support your growth.
Ongoing Support: Regular check-ins with your support officer to help you stay on track and adjust your plan as needed.
Program Completion: With our support and your commitment, you’ll work toward and celebrate the successful completion of your program.
You’re in the driver’s seat. We’re here to walk alongside you as you create a career and education journey that works for you — one that leads to meaningful opportunities and a future you feel excited about.
Our jobs and opportunities board connects Soldier On participants to opportunities with hundreds of veteran-supportive employers. Register as a participant to begin your employment journey.
Unlock your potential and build confidence with a series of engaging online development sessions designed specifically for current and former Australian Defence personnel and their families. These interactive workshops focus on personal growth, wellbeing, and career readiness, offering practical tools that support a smoother transition into civilian life or progression in your professional journey. Funded by the Australian Government Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
We’re offering multiple dates, and you’re welcome to join us for one, several or all topics, online Wednesday nights 6:30pm–8:00pm.
Topic 1 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 18 March
Topic 2 – Building Resilience 13 May
Topic 3 – Leadership Development *This topic may be best suited to serving members (or recently retired) who are transitioning to civilian employment* 22 July
Topic 4 – Sustaining Motivation and Momentum 16 September