Rep. Wolkins Encourages Vets, Biz To Connect Through INvets
August 11, 2020 at 9:45 p.m.
By Staff Report-
INvets.org is a free resource for veterans to interact and find the most current information about job opportunities available in health care, logistics, manufacturing and tech and other high-demand industries throughout the state. Wolkins said the program provides details about the skills required, with links to education and partners that offer the training, credentials or degrees needed.
"We value veterans in Indiana and know they have much-needed skills for the civilian workforce," Wolkins said. "This program, among others, is just one way to show our support and gratitude for their sacrifices. INvets will help vets find job security, a career path and success."
Wolkins said when service members leave the military, almost 50% deal with a period of unemployment. As businesses resume operations after closure and reduced production due to COVID-19, more than 100,000 in-demand jobs are still available throughout Indiana.
To sign up for the INvets program, veterans should visit www.INvets.org. Once a service member completes their profile on the site, Wolkins said their information is directed to participating companies. Employers who sign up for INvets have free access to upload company information, job opportunities and review veteran profiles. Since INvets launched, more than 150 companies and over 1,000 veterans have participated.
Wolkins said additional resources are available through the Military Family Relief Fund COVID-19 Emergency Assistance program, which is designed to help military families experiencing financial hardship. This grant can be used on a case-by-case basis by families for up to two months of household needs such as food, housing, utilities, medical services, child care and other essential family support.
To access the MFRF application, visit www.in.gov/dva/.
INvets.org is a free resource for veterans to interact and find the most current information about job opportunities available in health care, logistics, manufacturing and tech and other high-demand industries throughout the state. Wolkins said the program provides details about the skills required, with links to education and partners that offer the training, credentials or degrees needed.
"We value veterans in Indiana and know they have much-needed skills for the civilian workforce," Wolkins said. "This program, among others, is just one way to show our support and gratitude for their sacrifices. INvets will help vets find job security, a career path and success."
Wolkins said when service members leave the military, almost 50% deal with a period of unemployment. As businesses resume operations after closure and reduced production due to COVID-19, more than 100,000 in-demand jobs are still available throughout Indiana.
To sign up for the INvets program, veterans should visit www.INvets.org. Once a service member completes their profile on the site, Wolkins said their information is directed to participating companies. Employers who sign up for INvets have free access to upload company information, job opportunities and review veteran profiles. Since INvets launched, more than 150 companies and over 1,000 veterans have participated.
Wolkins said additional resources are available through the Military Family Relief Fund COVID-19 Emergency Assistance program, which is designed to help military families experiencing financial hardship. This grant can be used on a case-by-case basis by families for up to two months of household needs such as food, housing, utilities, medical services, child care and other essential family support.
To access the MFRF application, visit www.in.gov/dva/.
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