The Hunter for Technicians & Leaders - September 2017

In This Issue

What the "Forever GI Bill" Means for Veterans and Current Service Members

VIDEO - Unboxing an Offer Letter

Podcast Series for Job Seekers

Exclusive Opportunities Through Orion

According to Your Peers

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

Career Transition Planning and Base Visits

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Companies Recently Hiring

Connect with Orion Online

What the "Forever GI Bill" Means for Veterans and Current Service Members

A couple weeks ago, From the Battlefield covered the new GI Bill as it passed through Congress and was awaiting the President. Last week, President Trump put pen to paper making the “Forever GI Bill” official. Formally known as theHarry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2017, the new bill makes many changes.

Although the new bill decreases the housing allowance, there are several areas of expansion. Included in these are removing the 15-year time limit, expanding eligibility for Yellow Ribbon programs, the introduction of a scholarship for veterans seeking a STEM degree, and changing the way the VA calculates eligibility using time in service.

“Our student veterans are some of the very best of this country,” said Rep. Phil Roe, R-Tenn., chair of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, in a statement, “and I’m proud we can support them with this new law.”

The “Forever GI Bill” will affect veterans differently, based on when they were discharged. According to Military.com, veterans discharged before January 1, 2013, will see no changes, still have 15 years to use the GI Bill and their housing allowance will remain unchanged. If discharged after January 1, 2013, veterans now have forever to use their GI Bill benefits. Their housing allowance will also remain at the higher rate.

Service members currently serving on active duty that have not yet used the GI Bill and who will be discharged on or after January 1, 2018, have forever to use their GI Bill, but their housing allowance will be at the lower rate, unless they start using the GI Bill before the end of 2017.

Click here to read an article from Army Times that goes into depth on all the changes in the bill.

VIDEO - Unboxing an Offer Letter

Check out our unboxing video to find out what it's like to receive an offer letter from a great company like PPL Electric Utilities!

Podcast Series for Job Seekers

Have you tuned in to From the Battlefield to the Boardroom, our series of podcasts dedicated to supporting military job seekers? We have a variety of episodes covering everything from the civilian transition process to valuable insights and guidance from other Veterans and business leaders.

Visit us online to listen to all the episodes! And, if you have any questions about a specific show or recommendations for future topics, please send us an email at podcast@oriontalent.com. Happy listening!

Exclusive Opportunities Through Orion

Each of these companies are specifically seeking Military Professionals and Veterans for open career opportunities. Click on the logo to learn more about each company and positions for which we are currently hiring.

To learn more about these careers and see even more opportunities, please visit our Featured Jobs page.

According to Your Peers

"I was in the US Air Force, Security Forces – my background has enabled me to be a leader in my work center, taught me to have pride in my work, and to work well in a team environment.

I was invited by Orion to attend an Orion Hiring Conference in my area to interview. After the interview, I received a phone call from my recruiter stating that the company I interviewed with had selected me as their top candidate and were interested a second interview. I attended the second interview and later that week I received an offer.

Thank you for all of your help! It’s nice to see a program that sticks to helping veterans find meaningful careers." - Chad Davenport, Electrician

"I want to fully extend my gratitude and thanks to Orion Talent and my recruiters for ultimately giving me the courage, or at least the stepping stone, that I so desperately needed to change life for my family and myself. I will forever be thankful and plan on sending other veterans/friends your way so that hopefully you may be able to do for them that you have done for me." - Michael Parliament, Field Service Engineer

"I want to thank the whole Orion Talent Team. You all do a great job at preparing and setting transitioning military up for success. I truly appreciate my recruiter for providing the most honest and sincere feedback throughout my career search and interview process. Thanks Orion Team!" - Randy Johnson, Electronic Technician

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

If you will be separating from the military and preparing to begin your civilian career within the next 90 days, be sure to attend one of our hiring conferences. After a full day of preparation, you'll interview with hiring managers for only those positions that are a match with your needs and preferences.

Click on any of the conference dates to request more information on the conference you'd like to attend!

Southeast

Columbia, SC September 11-12

West

Seattle, WA September 14-15

San Diego, CA October 15-16

South Central

Dallas, TX September 18-19

Dallas, TX October 22-23

Northeast

Norfolk, VA September 24-25

Parsippany, NJ October 8-9

Midwest

Chicago, IL - October 1-2

Career Transition Planning and Base Visits

When our Recruiters visit a location near you, it's a chance to get a jump start on your career search, regardless of your ETS date. Our Recruiters will discuss your goals and preferences with you and present a realistic picture of what to expect in your search. You'll get resume advice, interview preparation tips, and much more! Click here or on any of the base visits to receive more information about the base visit you are interested in attending.

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Did you know that Orion candidates have earned $31,600 in referral bonuses in 2017?

For every job seeker you refer to us who is subsequently placed by Orion, we will give you a $100 gift card to a retailer of your choice!

It's simple - just click here to refer a friend. 30 seconds of your time could be $100 in your pocket!

Companies Recently Hiring

Connect with Orion Online

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