Veterans' Employment and Training Service

Our Mission

To foster, promote, and develop the welfare of the wage earners, job seekers, and retirees of the United States; improve working conditions; advance opportunities for profitable employment; and assure work-related benefits and rights.

Spotlight on VETS

We showcase important updates, resources, and stories that highlight our work across programs and initiatives. These spotlights make it easy to explore timely content and see how it connects to workers, employers, and the public.

Top 6 Veterans' Issues

How self-audits help build a culture of compliance and trust

How opinion letters empower workers and employers

July 25: A Birthday, a Mission, a Movement

Read Our Latest Press Releases

Stay informed with our latest announcements, media updates, and press releases.

January 30, 2026
US Department of Labor honors more than 880 employers committed to veterans’ employment with 2025 HIRE Vets Medallion Awards

January 16, 2026
US Department of Labor announces $23M funding opportunity to provide support, preventative services for homeless veterans

Understand Our Policy & Governance

Clear rules keep our work open, fair, and accountable. That way, we can focus on national labor goals for workers and the public.

USERRA - Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act

Discover Our Programs & Initiatives

Explore our ongoing programs that support individuals and communities, and discover initiatives designed to tackle new opportunities and challenges in the workplace.

As a Veteran do you know your workplace rights?

In-person and virtual OBTT workshops are exclusively for veterans, veterans currently serving in the National Guard and Reserve, and their spouses to help them meet their career goals.

VETS provides employers with assistance in finding qualified transitioning service members and veterans in your area.

VETS offers three types of grants to organizations that provide employment and training related services to veterans. See if you qualify!

The Employment Navigator and Partnership Program (ENPP) provides 1-on-1 career assistance to interested transitioning service members and their spouses at select military installations worldwide.

Find information about interstate licensing, employment resources, training and support for spouses of military members.

Access Our Research & Data

Explore a wide range of research and data designed to inform, inspire, and support better decision-making. These resources are here to help you understand complex issues with clarity and confidence.

Current unemployment data for veterans and transitioning service memebers.

Data and Research on employment and outcomes for disabled veterans and service members...