These articles and resources will help you prepare a
solid package to present to prospective employers when looking for jobs in
Iraq. You need to successfully translate your background into a resume and
cover letter combination that gets you noticed and then hired. This list was
compiled by the writers at
dangerzonejobs.com
Military.com Career Center
Start with this excellent collection of articles about all
aspects of transitioning to civilian careers. Be sure to check out the
articles about translating military skills into civilian terms and how to
stand out at job fairs.
Transitioning from Military to Civilian Employment: How To Best
Present Yourself to Companies
By Peter Newfield, President, Career Resumes
Military personnel can offer a great deal of experience and dedication to
prospective commercial employers. Yet their capabilities are often discounted
if they adhere to a formal military-style resume. With some analysis and
innovation, individuals making the transition from military to civilian
careers can effectively position themselves as the well-qualified, capable
candidates they are. From the written materials to the first telephone
contact, and finally through the stages of the interview, military applicants
need to almost "re-invent" themselves to be competitive in the market they
have selected.
Out of Uniform: Resume Tips for Transitioning Military Professionals
by Kim Isaacs
Monster.com Resume Expert
So you're leaving the service and are faced with the daunting
task of developing your resume. No doubt your military career is studded with
accomplishments, but even the most decorated veteran needs to figure out how
to make the transition to a civilian position. Follow these tips to draft a
high-impact resume that shows how your military experience is transferable to
a civilian job.
Also check out these articles:
Avoiding Overseas Job Scams
Maybe you want to find work overseas (especially in danger
zones) because you've heard there's a ton of money to be made.
Or maybe you're just in a hurry to get to work again after
getting out of the military. These and similar reasons give scam
artists all the fuel they need to bilk people out of their
money. The most recent case was reported just last
week (May 2007).
How to find overseas jobs faster (with private military and
defense contractors)
Whether you've just started searching for
high-paying jobs in places like Iraq, or you're an experienced professional
looking for your next contract, you'll save time at Danger Zone Jobs.
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Useful Books from Amazon
Resumes & Job Search Letters for Transitioning Military Personnel,
by Carl S. Savino and Ronald L. Krannich (Impact).
From Air Force Blue to Corporate Gray: A Career Transition Guide for Air
Force Personnel, by Carl S. Savino and Ronald L. Krannich (Impact).
From Army Green to Corporate Gray: A Career Transition Guide for Army
Personnel, by Carl S. Savino and Ronald L. Krannich (Impact).
From Navy Blue to Corporate Gray: A Career Transition Guide for Navy,
Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Personnel, by Carl S. Savino and Ronald
L. Krannich (Impact).
Job Search: Marketing Your Military Experience, by David G.
Henderson (Stackpole Books).
Resumes And Cover Letters That Have Worked For Military Professionals,
by Anne McKinney (PREP Publishing).
Out of Uniform: A Career Transition Guide for Ex-Military Personnel,
by Harry N. Drier (VGM).
