DoD SkillBridge
U.S. Department of Defense
Check before you apply: details change often, so confirm on the official page before you apply.
- Who it's for
- Active duty only, within 180 days of separation
Open to: active duty / transitioning service members. - Cost
- Free
- Free with no benefit?
- Yes: no GI Bill, VR&E or VET TEC benefit needed.
- What you get
- Internships/apprenticeships during last 180 days of service
- Type
- Fellowship, apprenticeship or hiring program
- Credential strength
- 4/5: Paid fellowship, internship or apprenticeship with real work experience.
- Duration
- Up to 180 days
- Format
- In person (In-person / varies)
- Location
- Nationwide
- Deadline
- Rolling (apply any time)
- Next start
- Rolling
- Stipend / housing / travel
- Military pay continues (active duty only)
- Jobs it can lead to
- Varies by host employer
- Notes
- Listed for completeness.
- Official page
- skillbridge.mil
- Last checked
- Oct 4, 2026