University of North Florida
Military & Veteran On-Campus Resources
www.unf.edu
MVRC
Career Services
Veteran Affairs
1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL., 32225
VETERAN & MILITARY CAREER & TRANSITION RESOURCES: ON CAMPUS
MILITARY AND VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER: https://www.unf.edu/military-veterans/
Building 57, Room 2700, (904) 620-5131, mvrc@unf.edu
 The Military and Veterans Resource Center (MVRC) provides assistance to military and veteran students in
navigating admission, enrollment and financial aid processes. Led by the Director, Military & Veteran Programs
and Services, the MVRC is the primary campus advocate for military and veteran students, and works with them
to ensure their unique needs are met by coordinating with offices of various university services.
CAREER SERVICES: http://www.unf.edu/careerservices, Bldg. 2/ Suite 1100
For student/alumni appointment: 620-2955
 Research careers that match your skills, interest, personality and work values
 Take career assessments to explore careers that match your personal characteristics
 Meet with a Career Counselor to discuss major & career options, disability & careers, and professional
assessment interpretation
 Learn about top STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) careers & employers for those with military
experience
 Convert your resume from military to civilian
 Receive job search assistance via walk-in or appointments
 Conduct practice interview sessions, online and in person
 Attend career workshops, information sessions and connect with employers at job fairs
VETERAN AFFAIRS OFFICE: https://www.unf.edu/onestop/vetaffairs/
One Stop Student Services: UNF Hall (Building 53, Suite 1700)
(904) 620-5555 option 4: (904) 620-2414 FAX
veteransaffairs@unf.edu
Student Veterans of America - University of North Florida Chapter: http://www.studentveterans.org/northflorida/
ENROLLMENT & RECORDS
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Office of Admissions: https://www.unf.edu/admissions/
Graduate School: https://www.unf.edu/graduateschool/
Academic Advising: Development of academic goals & planning: https://www.unf.edu/academic-advising
One Stop Student Services: Financial Aid, Registration, and Admissions advising: https://www.unf.edu/onestop/
OTHER RESOURCE OFFICES: LISTING
 Academic Center for Excellence – Academic Advising, Tutoring, and Success and Study Skills
 Child Development Research Center – Childcare and education readiness programs
 Counseling Services – Personal counseling and mental health services
 Disability Resource Center – Liaison between students with disabilities and the academic community
 Student Medical Services – Provides a broad range of health care services, including illness and injury
 Student Ombudsman – A safe, confidential place to bring questions and concerns about University rules, policies,
and procedures
TELEPHONE NUMBERS
 VA Regional Processing Office (888) GI-BILL-1
 Florida Education Services Office (727) 319-7757
 VA Vocational Rehabilitation (904) 731-0565
 Telephone Verification of Enrollment (877) 823-2378
OFF CAMPUS RESOURCES
GI BILL WEBSITE: http://www.gibill.va.gov/
 Includes valuable information including: VA Education program descriptions and requirements, Application
Instructions, Pay Rates, and Downloadable forms
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WAVE (Web Automated Verification of Enrollment): https://www.gibill.va.gov/wave/index.do
Available 24 hours a day for Ch 30, 32, 33, 1606, and 1607 students to verify their monthly enrollment online.
WAVE also allows you to check your benefit status, last payment issue date, and monthly rate, update your
mailing address, set up direct deposit, and review or submit frequently asked questions.
FEDERAL/NATIONAL SERVICES
 Veterans Benefits Administration – Information for Compensation and Pension, Vocational Rehabilitation,
Home Loans, Survivors’ Benefits, and Life Insurance
 Center for Women Veterans – Assures that women veterans receive benefits and services on par with male
veterans
 Department of Veterans Affairs GI Bill – VA Education Benefit Program descriptions and requirements
 Returning Service Members (OEF/OIF) – Benefits for Returning Veterans of Operations Enduring Freedom
and Iraqi Freedom
STATE SERVICES
 Florida Boots to Books – A Florida Initiative to transition veterans from the battlefield to the classroom
 Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs – provides information and resources to Florida’s veterans
 Florida Veterans Foundation – provides financial assistance and services to Florida veterans and their families
LOCAL SERVICES
 City of Jacksonville: Military Affairs and Veterans – resource center offering veterans’ assistance in seeking
Veterans’ entitlement services, employment and social service case management
 Jacksonville Vet Center – provides a broad range of counseling, outreach, and referral services to eligible
veterans
 North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System: Jacksonville Outpatient Clinic - serves acute and
chronically ill eligible veterans
 Veterans Reintegration Center of Jacksonville – provides a variety of services to help veterans reintegrate into
the civilian workforce
 Wounded Warrior Project – provides unique direct programs and services to meet the needs of severely injured
service members
WORKSOURCE: http://www.worksourcefl.com/jobseekers/veterans.aspx
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VeteransWorkSource Career Centers offer a wealth of resources for veterans, including specialized Local
Veterans' Employment Representatives (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staff who
work solely with the veteran population and can provide veteran applicant referral.
You can work with a veterans' employment specialist at any of the Career Centers to find jobs, acquire skills
and education, plan a career, attend workshops and take advantage of many other resources. Our specialists are
experts at converting military job skills to civilian terms and have relationships with federal contractors and other
employers committed to hiring veterans.
You can also visit the Veterans Employ Florida site or the United States Department of Labor site for more
information.
WORKSOURCE PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
 Members of the WorkSource Professional Network are professionals with four-year degrees and/or managementlevel experience, seeking full-time employment.
Are you a professional looking for employment?
 The WorkSource Professional Network offers career transition services to professional job seekers through
networking, workshops and business partnerships. Meetings are held monthly and include networking
opportunities along with career advice and job search tips from guest speakers.
INTERNET RESOURCES
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JACKSONVILLE MILITARY VETERAN COALITION: Job opportunities from local companies committing to
seeking veterans for employment for their businesses. http://www.coj.net/departments/military-affairs,-veteransand-disabled-services/veterans-service-division/jobs-for-vets/jmvc/veterans/jacksonville-job-opportunities.aspx
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CAREER ONE STOP: Sponsored by the US Department of Labor through the Career One Stop Project as part of
the department's assistance to service members, military families, employers and workforce staff serving them.
http://www.careeronestop.org/MilitaryTransition/
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TURBO TAP: This site offers a printable transition guide which offers tips and info on how to transition.
successfully. http://www.turbotap.org/register.tpp
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TA ONLINE: Resources, links and job postings geared toward veterans of the US Armed Forces.
http://www.taonline.com/
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MONSTER.COM: Job search powered by Monster with free resume sample, skills translator, job postings and
career center for veterans.
http://www.militaryhire.com/
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GI JOBS: Several articles and tips about how to conduct a successful civilian job search.
http://www.gijobs.com/
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR: Information from the US Department of Labor on regulations, legal issues, and
resources related to employment of veterans.
http://www.dol.gov/vets/
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US Department of Veteran Affairs:
http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/vre/
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ACAP: The Army’s official home page for transition.
http://www.acap.army.mil/
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SKILLS TRANSLATOR: http://www.military.com/skills-translator/mos-translator
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GREEN TO GRAY: http://www.corporategray.com/
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MILITARY CROSSWALK BY ONET: Excellent tool that allows one to enter their military job title/duties and it
translates this position to civilian careers. http://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/
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HIRE HEROES FOUNDATION (Veterans): A top online resource and job search site for
veterans. http://www.hireheroesusa.org
BOOKS:
Military Transition to Civilian Success, by Mary T. Hay, Lani H. Rorrer, James R.. Rivera, Ron & Caryl Krannich,
Find Your Federal Job Fit, Janet M. Ruck (Author), Karol Taylor (Author)
Top Careers for Military and Veterans (military.com)
To learn more about these careers, visit: http://www.online.onetcenter.org
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Network systems and data communications analyst
Personal and home care aides
Home health aides
Computer software engineers, applications
Veterinary technologists and technicians
Personal financial advisors
Medical assistants
Veterinarians
Substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors
Financial analysts
Social and human service assistants
Gaming surveillance officers and gaming investigators
Physical therapist assistants
Forensic science technicians
Dental hygienists
Mental health counselors
Mental health and substance abuse social workers
Dental assistants
Computer systems analysts
Database administrators
Computer software engineers, systems software
Gaming and Sports book writers and runners
Environmental science and protection technicians, including health
Physical therapists
Physician assistants