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Microsoft Military Affairs Military Affairs Military Affairs Home Our mission Connecting industry to skilled veteran talent Hiring partners Your path to tech Microsoft Software and Systems Academy Learn about MSSA Learn about MSSA About MSSA Choose your learning path Career-ready in 17 weeks Apply to MSSA Eligibility Prerequisites FAQs Alumni Network Learn about MSSA–Military Spouse Blog More All Microsoft Global Microsoft Security Azure Dynamics 365 Microsoft 365 Microsoft Teams Windows 365 Tech & innovation Tech & innovation Microsoft Cloud AI Azure Space Mixed reality Microsoft HoloLens Microsoft Viva Quantum computing Sustainability Industries Industries Education Automotive Financial services Government Healthcare Manufacturing Retail All industries Partners Partners Find a partner Become a partner Partner Network Find an advertising partner Become an advertising partner Azure Marketplace AppSource Resources Resources Blog Microsoft Advertising Developer Center Documentation Events Licensing Microsoft Learn Microsoft Research View Sitemap Search Search military.microsoft.com No results Cancel Close alert MSSA–Military Spouse Now accepting applications for MSSA–Military Spouse pilot cohort! Submit your application before May 27 at 5:00 PM Pacific time. Apply to our pilot cohort Helping the military community find opportunities in today’s digital economy. Microsoft is transforming how we support the military community. Together with our partners, we take a holistic approach to preparing the military community for entry into high-impact, in-demand tech jobs in any industry. we still serve Military training is career training Skilling veteran talent for the IT frontier Veterans and transitioning service members bring deep experience to the table. Our mission is to enable the military community to develop foundational tech skills to get their start—and then build on their core skills in a rewarding career in tech. Veterans have cultivated career skills that transfer to all dimensions of the tech sector. We erected Microsoft Military Affairs in 2014 to bridge the IT talent gap and underemployment in a highly skilled but underutilized population— the military community . 3 in 5 veterans are underemployed. Microsoft and our dedicated partners are changing that. We solve for the IT skills gap by getting veteran talent tech-ready. Our mission is to provide transitioning service members and veterans with the technical and career-navigation skills to build from their enormous skillset in today’s growing technology industry. Opening the door to an undertapped resource Anyone can learn to code—not every hire brings the core veteran skillset. We provide veterans with proven talent the technical tools and mentorship to get them started in IT. Investing in skilling and career training for the military community Our offerings equip the military community with the technical know-how to enter IT in a career path aligned to their interests, passions, and skills. Solving for the IT skills gap Through our hiring partner program we match skilled veterans with over 1,000 employers—including our own hiring teams—to continue advancing in tech, while bringing the ‘unteachable’ veteran skillset to your team. Introducing employers to veteran talent Hiring partners have special access to our curated and Microsoft-trained veteran talent pool—who are skilled for entry-level engineering and technical service roles. 10 years ago we created the Microsoft Software and Systems Academy (MSSA) program to connect the dots between the shortage of technical talent and the abundance of under-employed military talent. 10 years later, we’ve infused 3.6k MSSA graduates throughout the IT industry. More on MSSA’s journey and graduate impact Announcing MSSA for military spouses Learn more Impact 2 in 3 MSSA graduates rank mentorship as a program highlight 617 Microsoft employees mentor veteran hires 1k companies have hired MSSA graduates 3,732 MSSA program graduates 95% graduation rate from MSSA 92% MSSA graduates are employed in tech 8 years of active duty service (average for incoming MSSA participants) 97% graduates are employed or are pursuing further education as a result of MSSA 90% graduates have an active security clearance 2013 graduation year of our pilot cohort (December, Joint Base Lewis-McChord) Learn about our veteran-to-IT talent pipeline—and how to get 24/7 access Microsoft’s mission Empowering every person and organization on the planet to achieve more Providing a path forward for U.S. military service members Transitioning from a military career to the civilian workforce is more than a career change—it’s a paradigm shift. Our work is to facilitate service members’ transition to rewarding careers in tech, where military training has already prepared them to shine. Microsoft’s technical training resources are at your disposal Whether you’re seeking quick lessons in technical topics, to expand your knowledge with self-paced learning paths, to develop your resume with industry-recognized certifications, or work with Microsoft as a SkillBridge transition program—Microsoft is invested in empowering the military community in their career growth in our industry. Learn IT, anywhere Whether you are deployed, active duty, transitioning to civilian life, or a veteran—the technical training to enable your career journey is at your fingertips. Technical training, your way. Learn more Empowering the military community with Microsoft’s learning ecosystem Learn new skills and discover the power of Microsoft products with step-by-step guidance, or jump-start your career by demonstrating your achievements through earning industry-recognized Microsoft certifications. Start your journey today by exploring learning paths, modules, and certifications from the Microsoft learning ecosystem. Not quite sure what your next step is? Read career transition stories and lessons from veterans working in IT at Microsoft and our hiring partners. Skilled up and ready to interview? If you’re ready to dive into a career at Microsoft, browse open roles and opportunities for veteran talent. Join our community Community is integral to what we do and offer at Military Affairs. Our team of learners, instructors, mentors, coaches, and colleagues are passionate about the network we’ve built—and where we’re headed. Colleagues-turned-mentors helped me adjust to the workplace and now I’m thriving up the ladder. Nargiza — USMC, software engineer If you’re hesitant about pivoting into IT from the military, don’t be afraid. Remember all that you’ve overcome so far. Johnny — USMC, security technical program manager I’ve grown more as a professional from the relationships I’ve made than I could have imagined. Desi — USCG, software engineer It feels amazing to work for an organization that celebrates my service career and invests in my professional development. Dhananjay — USA, software engineering manager Veteran skills are job skills. Learn how our community thrives in tech by applying the core skills developed in their military service. Keep your GI Bill funding—this one’s on us. As of January 2021, Microsoft is fully funding MSSA program costs. Transforming lives through meaningful opportunities We’re passionate about the impact that the military community has at Microsoft and within our partner network. We’ve taken a holistic approach to supporting veterans through career transition and skilling them for meaningful careers in the IT sector. Making tech training accessible Upskill with a short video lesson, self-guided learning path, industry-recognized certification—or go all-in on an intensive training program. Robust mentorship Our mentorship programs for veteran hires and trainees encompass technical and professional skills—so you’re never more than a question away from a helping hand. Networking and interviews We’re invested in getting veterans hired—at Microsoft and the more than 1,000 partners in our hiring...