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13 Tips for a Fantastic LinkedIn Profile

A sparse LinkedIn profile doesn’t really say much about you and doesn’t make you stand out. A detailed LinkedIn profile is far more compelling, as it allows you to showcase your skills and accomplishments. It also takes time and creativity, so don’t expect to knock it out in 30 minutes or less.

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Spouses Making Connections during a PCS

Four strategies to connect in advance of a PCS.

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SECO Assists Military Spouses with Education and Career Goals

Spouse Education and Career Opportunities career coaches are dedicated to supporting our military families by providing assistance and resources to help spouses achieve their education and career goals.

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Marine Lands Post-Transition Career in Environmental Consulting

Marine with an air support control MOS lands post-transition career in environmental consulting.

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Entrepreneurship: Military-Friendly Resources to Support Growing a Business

Learn more about the 9.1 percent of veteran-owned small businesses.

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10 Tips to Make Your LinkedIn Profile a Civilian Job Magnet

Professional social media platforms, such as LinkedIn, are a great way to keep in touch with colleagues, present your professional image, and conduct your job search. Here is some essential LinkedIn etiquette to keep in mind as you build your profile, cultivate your network, and search for new opportunities.

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Spouse Relicensing Reimbursement Program Expands

The expansion of the Spouse Relicensing Reimbursement Program now allows military spouses to recover up to $1,000 in business-related costs incurred due to relocations.

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Eight Ways to Ramp Up Your Career

Eight ways to ramp up your career.

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Long Term Assistance Program 3rd Quarter Newsletter 2024

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10 Things You Didn't Know Military OneSource Offered

When you think of Military OneSource, you probably think of non-medical counseling services or of a place to find information about a variety of military life topics. But that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Military OneSource offers one-on-one support to help you navigate any challenge military life may bring your way. Here are just a few of the ways a Military OneSource consultant can help you.

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What Makes a Stellar LinkedIn Summary

A guide to writing a stellar LinkedIn summary to learn more.

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Supporting Veterans Through Career Services

Career Services supports veterans and their families through a wide array of programs, ensuring they have the tools and opportunities to thrive and succeed.

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MCX Savings Blooming All Month Long

The Marine Corps Exchange (MCX) offers authorized patrons a unique opportunity to save money while supporting a store that directly benefits service members and their communities.

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#BeThere_Marine: September's Most Important Hashtag

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M4L Network Success Story: Retiring Marine Lands Employment Opportunity with Bank of America

M4L networking events can be a great way to meet new people, and to successfully seek and potentially obtain employment opportunities. As was the case for Robert Glynn, a Marine in Charlotte who got a new job by attending a local M4L networking event.

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How to Grow Your Network on LinkedIn

Growing a LinkedIn network can be beneficial in many ways. With a large network of quality connections, you can easily seek advice, request informational interviews, explore different career pathways, and even receive introductions to helpful resources.

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Use R.A.C.E. Protocol to Help Prevent Suicide

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Everything You Need to Know About the Marine For Life Network

What can the Marine For Life Network do for me?

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Military spouses can get up to $1,000 in reimbursement for relicensing costs after relocating due to a PCS move. This means more opportunities and less financial stress as spouses continue their professional journey across state lines.

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Know Your Transitioning Options

Discover what transitioning options are available to you based on your MOS.

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Be a Mentor or Find a Mentor

Mentoring resources are available to assist transitioning Marines and their family members connect to education resources, employment opportunities, and other veteran services that aid in their career and life goals outside of military service.

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From Marine to Private Sector Gold 

Leverage your Marine Corps skills—leadership, discipline, and adaptability—to stand out and succeed in the private sector.

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Leadership Scholar Program Assists Marine Corporal

The Leadership Scholar Program (LSP) provides academically and professionally qualified Marines with assistance in academic preparation and the application process for highly selective colleges and universities.

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What's Next? Find Your After-Service Occupation Online

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A round of golf isn’t just about the swing—it's a hole in one for total fitness.

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How Do I Know What College Is Right for Me?

Discover the perfect college fit tailored to your unique goals and lifestyle. Let the Voluntary Education Center at your installation help guide you through the process of finding the right education path.

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Auto Skills

Whether you’re looking to repair, restore or soup up your auto, the Auto Skills Center offers everything you could possibly need. An extensive collection of tools, advanced machinery and electronic testing equipment, plus plenty of space to work on vehicles.

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Child Development Centers

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Exceptional Family Member Program

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) at Camp Pendleton assists active duty personnel in providing for the special needs of family members before, during and after relocation required by a change of duty assignment. The program ensures every attempt is made to bring together military careers and special needs.

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Life Skills

Life Skills training and education is provided at the unit and installation level to assigned personnel, through community partnerships. Subject matter experts collaborate to provide additional information related to various programs and resources available to Marines, Sailors, and families. Additional family readiness programs are available through Readiness & Deployment Support training. To learn more about what classes are available, contact your installation Marine Corps Family Team Building.

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Information, Referral, and Relocation

This program provides information and referral functions designed for mobile military lifestyles. Individuals with unresolved needs are referred to the resource that can best address the needs. Specialists maintain a database of installation, Department of Defense, community, and national resources. It oversees all relocation service functions to assist with a PCS.

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Youth Programs

Child and Youth Programs (CYP) provide high quality child care programs and services that support eligible families.

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Relocation Assistance

The Relocation Assistance Program offers comprehensive programs and workshops geared towards assisting service members, their families, and DoD civilians navigate their way through the sometimes stressful relocation process.

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School Age Care

School-Age Care (SAC) is available for youth ages 5-12 years of age, who are enrolled in elementary school, generally kindergarten through 6th Grade. This program is accredited by the Council On Accreditation (COA) and must comply with DoD and COA standards for staff qualifications, program quality, safety, sanitation and nutrition. SAC is offered before and after school and during most school holiday breaks and vacation periods.