California EDD Veterans Employment Services
California EDD’s official veterans employment page connects veterans and families to jobs, training, workforce services, and employment resources.
Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (edd.ca.gov), checked Sep 4, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- Priority of ServiceVeterans, service members, and spouses get priority for jobs and services.
- Veterans Service NavigatorVeterans can use it to check eligibility for services and access job help through self-service, group sessions, or one-on-one support.
- Disabled Veteran Outreach Program and Veteran Career SpecialistsVeterans who are low-income or underserved can get one-on-one career help.
- America's Job Center of CaliforniaVeterans can join job training programs, get referrals for support services, and meet with a career counselor.
- CalJOBSVeterans get first access to new job postings with a 24-hour veteran hold.
- Job Fairs and WorkshopsVeterans can attend job fairs, learn job search skills, and practice interview skills.
Eligibility
Veterans, service members, and spouses get priority for jobs and services. Get one-on-one career help if you're low-income or underserved. Receive extra support if you have a disability.
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
- 24/7
Next step
See every California program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.
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Source: Official government website (edd.ca.gov). Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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