VA Veteran Stories

Veteran Success Stories

VA is more than 100,000 Veterans strong, each with a different military experience and perspective. Your story is as unique as you are.

If you are a Veteran enjoying a meaningful career at VA, or if you have found opportunities through VA for Vets, please share your story. Simply send your contact information and a brief summary, and VA for Vets will follow up. You can also recognize the accomplishments of a Veteran colleague by recommending him or her for a success story.
 
Veteran Success Stories

Nicolas Bastien
Army Veteran Nicolas Bastien attended the VA for Vets Veteran Career Fair and Expo in Washington, DC and found a legal assistant position on the spot.
 
Eric Bruns
Seeking a change from his private-sector career, Army Veteran Eric Bruns used VA for Vets Career Center tools to strengthen his resume and find a new position at the Veterans Health Administration.

Demetrius Bussey
A VA for Vets career coach helped Marine Veteran Demetrius Bussey strengthen his resume to find a new position at the Department of Veterans Affairs.
 

Sonya Harris-Ladjevich
After 21 years in the Air Force, Sonya Harris-Ladjevich is enjoying a VA career that supports her continuing education and provides a sense of security and stability.

Michelle Hayes
Army Veteran Michelle Hayes became one of the first Veterans hired through VA for Vets at a New Orleans career event. Now she helps other Veterans find meaningful work at VA in her new role as a Regional Veteran Employment Coordinator.
 

John Kenner
VA for Vets career coaching helped Army Veteran John Kenner strengthen his resume and find a VA job that puts his research and writing skills to good use.  

Paul Laracy
Army Veteran Paul Laracy received guidance and assistance from a Regional Veteran Employment Coordinator and the VA for Vets website, which enabled him to find a job as he transitioned out of active duty.

Brendon Williams
At a VA for Vets hiring event in New Orleans, Army Veteran Brendon Williams found an opportunity to move beyond his current job in the trucking industry and begin a career that better suits his needs and ambitions.