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Topic: Application

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Refresh Your Career at a May Job Event

Meeting with a VA recruiter at an event this May can give your career a refresh.

Read more Refresh Your Career at a May Job Event

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Preparing for an Interview: What Questions to Ask 

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Staying Positive During Your Job Search

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Check Your References: Tips for preparing your application

Sitting at a desk, a member of our VA hiring team reviews a cover letter provided by an applicant.

Capable cover letters share vital VA application information

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Resume Review: Ask these 4 questions to improve your resume

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Demystifying Veterans’ preference in federal hiring

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