Build your path from military experience to civilian work
pepelwerk's Military in Transition program is funded through the Department of War (DoW) — giving you access to career matching, AI-powered coaching, and employer connections that understand what military service is actually worth.
No resume required. No cost. No catch.
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Get started in five easy steps
Most veterans complete the full enrollment in under 20 minutes.
Verify & Unlock
Fill out the short verification form to confirm your military service. Once verified, you can create your account with all premium Military in Transition features unlocked at no cost.
Build Your Profile
Build your profile with your service history, experience, and skills. Add a few details about what matters most to you so the AI Career Assistant can understand your strengths.
Set Your Goal Job & Learning Goals
Choose your goal job and set your learning goals. The AI Career Assistant maps a clear path from your military experience to the skills, credentials, and roles that fit the life you want.
Get Matched
See matches with employers and education partners aligned to your goal job, learning goals, and preferences — no resume required.
Connect & Move Forward
Connect with employers and educators, use your funded talent wallet, tap into specialized coaching, and keep progressing along your personalized upskilling path toward a civilian career you love.
Built for your transition. Everything included.
Everything below is part of your Military in Transition access. No upgrades. No paywalls.
AI CAREER ASSISTANT
Plan your next move with guidance that adapts to you. Identify your goal job, close skill gaps, and move forward at your own pace.
UPSKILLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Focus on what actually moves you forward. Get course and certification recommendations aligned to your goal job.
VETERAN-FRIENDLY EMPLOYER NETWORK
Connect directly with employers who actively hire veterans and value your experience.
VETERAN EVENTS & NETWORKING
Join hiring events and connect with employers and peers navigating the same transition.
SKILLS-BASED MATCHING
Plan your next move with guidance that adapts to you. Identify your goal job, close skill gaps, and move forward at your own pace.
VETERAN TALENT PROFILE
Show your experience in a way employers understand. Turn your MOS, clearances, and achievements into a civilian-ready profile.
CAREER COACHING ACCESS
Connect with coaches who understand military transitions. Get guidance from people who know what comes next.
CAREER ASSESSMENTS
Understand your strengths, work style, and career fit. Show employers what you bring with clear, validated insights.
Military in transition by the numbers
Veterans Served
Veterans have used pepelwerk to find meaningful civilian careers that match their skills and goals.
Veteran-Committed Employers
Companies in our network have committed to understanding and valuing military experience in their hiring.
Served & Supported
Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, and National Guard — we understand your background.
Hear from veterans who've made the transition
See how they turned their experience into real civilian careers with Military in Transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this actually free? What's the catch?
Yes, Military in Transition is completely free for qualifying service members. The program is fully funded by the Department of War (DoW). There are no hidden fees, no credit card required, and no subscription costs. Everything is included at no cost.
I've been out for years. Is this still for me?
Absolutely! Military in Transition is for veterans at any point in their career transition journey. Whether you've been out for a few months or many years, our AI Career Assistant and resources are designed to help you identify transferable skills and find meaningful civilian work.
Do I need a polished resume to get started?
No resume required! That's one of the key benefits of Military in Transition. Instead of a traditional resume, you'll build a veteran profile that translates your military experience into terms civilian employers understand. Our AI Career Assistant helps you present your skills effectively.
How does pepelwerk know what my MOS translates to?
Our AI Career Assistant uses advanced skills mapping technology to understand your Military Occupational Specialty (MOS), clearances, and achievements. It analyzes how your military experience translates to civilian job roles and recommends careers that align with your skills and interests.
A nonprofit preferred me. Do I sign up differently?
If you were referred by a VSO, nonprofit, or partner organization, you can enter their name during enrollment. This helps you connect with their support team while you access all the premium Military in Transition features. The enrollment process is the same for everyone.
How long before I see job matches?
Most veterans receive their first employer matches within a few days of completing their profile. The exact timing depends on how quickly you complete the enrollment process and build your veteran profile. Many users see matches in as little as 5 days or less.
Get full access to Military in Transition Built for those who served
Complete the form to verify your eligibility and get premium access to the Military in Transition program — funded by the Department of War (DoW). If a VSO, nonprofit, or partner organization referred you, enter their name during enrollment to connect with their support team.
in your transition
Thousands of service members have used the Military in Transition program to find work that matches who they are — not just what their resume says. Verify your eligibility and get started today.