FIND YOUR CIVILIAN CAREER PATH IN KENTUCKY

KY VALOR helps transitioning service members capitalize on their military experience to find a fulfilling post-service career in Kentucky. Whether you want to continue your military specialty in the civilian sector or pursue a new career, we’ll help you make the most of your military experience and find a meaningful career in the Bluegrass.

There’s no better time to make Kentucky your new home.

More than 150,000 open jobs in Kentucky, the second highest in the nation

Record-breaking economic growth with more jobs added every day

Affordable cost of living

Vibrant cities, beautiful rural landscapes, and rugged outdoor adventures

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PUT YOUR MILITARY EDUCATION AND TRAINING TO WORK IN CIVILIAN OCCUPATIONS

KY VALOR team members help you navigate Kentucky’s 44 accelerated pathways that give you credit for the education and experience you gained in the military. These exclusive pathways lead to 55 licensed/certified occupations covering more than 180 Military Occupational Specialties. View the Career Pathways.

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CONNECT WITH EMPLOYERS AND COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN A VARIETY OF INDUSTRIES

We partner with employers to connect you with high-paying job opportunities in a variety of industries. From healthcare to manufacturing, you can find your dream job in the Commonwealth. Registering at kyvalor.com will give you free access to statewide job opportunities, personalized job matches based on your career goals and experience, and put you in touch with the KY VALOR team for personal guidance and support. Register today to get started.

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Veteran Q&A: How Ethan translated his unique military experience to a civilian role

KY VALOR helped Ethan land a role that fit all of his needs Ethan Osborne knew he wanted to relocate to Kentucky after leaving the Air Force, but worried about the job search and how he’d use his unique skills as a Korean Language Analyst in a civilian role. We helped him translate these skills…

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From Military Service to Cybersecurity: A New Chapter in Civilian Life

Ian McGuffin sees his life not as a straight line, but as a story told in three distinct chapters – each shaping who he is today. Chapter 1: Finding His First Passion His life began in Bardstown, Kentucky, a town known for its deep roots in the bourbon industry. While distilleries were part of the…

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Still Serving: A Corpsman’s Journey into Civilian Care

A Calling Inspired by Family Legacy Parker Furnish saw the military as a way to serve others while building a meaningful future — one that could also open the door to higher education. Drawn to the opportunity for both personal and professional growth, he also felt a strong pull towards a career in medicine. When…

VALOR connected me with the perfect match in the location, industry, field, and work culture that I wanted to be a part of. Without VALOR, I would never have known about what is now my current job.

Nick Coffman