Honoring Veterans Day: Supporting Veterans in Their Transition with MedTechVets

As we approach Veterans Day, we reflect on the invaluable contributions made by our veterans and the unique challenges they face as they transition to civilian life. Many veterans bring incredible leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills developed through years of military service. Yet, this transition can be challenging, with veterans often encountering a significant gap between military and civilian careers. Organizations like MedTechVets are bridging that gap, providing essential support, resources, and career pathways to help veterans succeed in the MedTech industry.

The Transition Challenge

For the nearly 200,000 veterans transitioning from military service every year, the adjustment to civilian work life can feel daunting. According to recent studies, 84% of veterans struggle to network with employers, and 81% face challenges in translating their military skills to civilian roles. These obstacles can result in unemployment periods lasting four months or longer for over 53% of veterans, underscoring the importance of targeted support programs to help ease their transition.

How MedTechVets Supports Veterans

MedTechVets is dedicated to supporting veterans through two powerful programs designed to address these challenges and create pathways into the MedTech, Life Sciences, and Pharma industries.

1. The Foundational Program – This free, seven-week course is designed to help veterans build a bridge between military service and civilian careers in MedTech. Through mentorship, foundational training, and networking with MedTech companies, veterans develop essential skills like resume building, networking, and translating their military experience into terms valued by the MedTech sector. By connecting veterans with partner companies, the Foundational Program ensures that veterans are not only job-ready but also equipped with industry insights and relationships that lead to fulfilling careers.
2. The Executive Program – This advanced program is offered exclusively to United States Military Academy at West Point and United States Naval Academy graduates, providing specialized training and mentorship to help veterans transition into leadership roles within the MedTech industry. By focusing on strategic topics such as healthcare economics, business planning, and presentation skills, the Executive Program supports veterans aiming for high-impact positions.

We're proud to have served 181 Veterans since the Fall of 2020, with 95% of our Veteran's finding a job in Med Tech within 6 months of graduating our programs.

Why Support Matters

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, MedTechVets relies on donations to continue offering these programs at no cost to veterans. Every dollar received goes directly toward supporting our mission to empower veterans in their journey to a successful civilian career. By providing veterans with training, mentorship, and a strong support network, we are investing in their futures and helping them overcome the unique challenges of transitioning to civilian life.

Veterans possess skills that are invaluable to the workforce, including leadership, dedication, and problem-solving. Supporting veterans in their transition not only honors their service but also enriches the companies and industries they join. A MedTechVets study shows that veterans who find jobs through these programs often stay longer with their companies and contribute positively to team culture and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

This Veterans Day, Join Us in Supporting Our Veterans

Veterans Day is a time to honor those who have served, and one of the most impactful ways to do so is by supporting their path to meaningful careers. By donating to MedTechVets, you’re helping veterans gain the skills and connections they need to thrive in civilian life, while also supporting an industry in need of their unique talents and perspectives.

How You Can Help:

• Donate – Your contribution directly funds our programs, giving veterans the resources and support they need to succeed.
• Share Our Mission – Help us spread the word about MedTechVets and the work we do.
• Get Involved – If your organization is interested in hiring veterans or partnering with MedTechVets, reach out to learn how you can make a difference.

This Veterans Day, let’s honor those who’ve served by standing with them as they build their next chapter. Together, we can support our veterans’ transitions into rewarding, purposeful careers in MedTech and beyond.

For more information, or to make a donation, visit MedTechVets.org.