The VA is a department of the United States Government dedicated to servicing America’s Veterans. Within the VA there are countless opportunities for all kinds of jobs, from skilled labor to PhD. graduates. But this isn’t limited to just healthcare, though that is a large part of what they do.
Information Technology and its related fields of study are in high demand. If you have an education that you’d like to be recognized for and have a chance to promote as your skill set grows, the VA has a place for you.
Being part of the VA allows you the opportunity to be apart of an organization whose entire goal is service.
The department has positions available, but not limited to: IT, Program Mang., Analysis, Health Systems, Technical Services, and Equipment and Facilities Services. A quick search on the provided link will show easily what current job opening are available right now.
As you go through the opening, you’ll see the education and experience requirements. Most of the jobs say they want at least some experience or a Masters degree. Something to think about while you are here at university is taking the opportunity to intern and go on to doing the Master’s program after your undergraduate time is done.
While the requirements may be high for entry in some jobs, with a little more effort on your behalf you can start a career with good benefits and retirement at the end. The bonus is being in a job that provides a much needed service to those who need it.
LIS 4022 Spring 2020 