California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) - Employment Programs
The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) administers California-specific veteran employment programs and benefits and connects veterans with accredited service officers, state benefits, and local resources.
Eligibility (general guidance)
Open to California veterans and transitioning service members; some programs require a service-connected disability or recent separation. Confirm specific requirements on the official site or with an accredited Veterans Service Officer.
How to reach them
- Call the VA Education (GI Bill) Hotline at 1-888-442-4551Questions about GI Bill and VA education benefits.
- Serves all of California
Next step
See every California program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.
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Source: California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet), the official California state veterans agency. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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