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With Veterans’ Preference, you may receive preference over non-veteran applicants in the hiring process. Veterans' Preference can be used when applying to permanent and temporary positions in both the competitive and excepted service (of the executive branch).

If you’re a veteran, you may also be eligible for one of these special hiring authorities:

• Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA)
• 30% or More Disabled Veteran
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act of 1998 (VEOA)
• Disabled Veterans Enrolled in a VA training program

The federal government offers unique hiring paths to help hire individuals that represent our diverse society. Learn more about each hiring path and your eligibility.

• Open to the public - U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

• Federal employees - Current or former federal employees in the competitive or excepted services.

• Veterans - Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces.

• Military spouses - Military spouses relocating under PCS orders, or whose spouse is 100% disabled or died while on active duty.

• National Guard & reserves - Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

• Students & recent graduates - Current students enrolled in or who have graduated from an accredited educational institution

• Senior executives - Individuals looking for an executive level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

• Individuals with disabilities - Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.

• Family of overseas employees - Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is, or was, working overseas.

• Native Americans - Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation.

• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps VISTA - Individuals who have served at least 2 years with the Peace Corps or 1 year with AmeriCorps VISTA.

• Special authorities - Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.

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Applying for a job can be confusing. Let us help you. 

We have different application forms depending on the position you’re interested in. Here are some commonly used forms to help you get started.

• Download 10-2850 - Application for Physicians, Dentists, Podiatrists, Optometrists, and Chiropractors
• Download 10-2850A - Application for Advanced Practice Nurse, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Nurse Practitioner, and Registered Nurse
• Download 10-2850C - Application for Associated Health Occupations
• Download 10-2850D - Application for Health Professions Trainees
• Download OF-306 - Declaration for Federal Employment form
• Download SF 15 - Application for 10-point Veterans Preference