Houston, Texas veteran employment help: priority of service, hiring preferences, VR&E training, and free job placement near you.
Houston (population 2,304,580) is one of the larger metros in Texas, and several local and statewide programs serve veterans here. Most VA-administered care for Houston is delivered through Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. This page lists verified employment resources filtered to Houston, plus the broader Texas guide for help that is available statewide.
Veterans in crisis: dial 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net (24/7).
Texas offers several strong paths into civilian work for veterans: one-on-one job search help through the Texas Veterans Commission, priority service through Workforce Solutions offices, hiring preference for many state jobs, VA Veteran Readiness and Employment for veterans with service-connected disabilities, and GI Bill-approved apprenticeships and school-based support.
If you need help now, start with the Texas Veterans Commission Employment Services at (512) 463-6564 or go to a Workforce Solutions office and ask for the TVC veteran employment specialist. If a service-connected disability is affecting your ability to work, also contact VR&E through the Waco VA Regional Office at (254) 299-9944.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Houston area.
SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving Houston-area veterans.
Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.
Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Houston area.
Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31, VR&E) services for service-connected Houston veterans pursuing employment, self-employment, or independent living.
Tuition, fees, books, and a monthly subsistence allowance may be covered.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to Houston-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
Department of Labor American Job Center serving Houston veterans.
Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.
These Texas programs are not based in Houston but accept residents.
Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving Killeen-area veterans.
Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.
Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Killeen area.
Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the El Paso area.
SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Austin area.
SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Austin area.
Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
The Texas Veterans Commission administers Texas-specific veteran employment programs and benefits and connects veterans with accredited service officers, state benefits, and local resources.
Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving El Paso-area veterans.
Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Fort Worth area.
SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Start with the resources listed on this page, which are filtered to Houston and the surrounding Texas area. If you do not see what you need, expand to the full Texas employment guide or call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-424-3838 for an immediate referral.
Veterans in Houston are typically served by Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. Call 1-877-222-8387 or visit VA.gov/find-locations to confirm the right campus, clinic hours, and what services are offered before you travel.
Most listed resources are free or low-cost for eligible veterans. Eligibility, copays, and waitlists vary by program, so confirm cost and required documents (DD-214, VA award letter, proof of residency) when you call.
