Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs - Employment Programs
The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs administers Washington-specific veteran employment programs and benefits and connects veterans with accredited service officers, state benefits, and local resources.
Eligibility (general guidance)
Open to Washington 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 Washington
Next step
See every Washington program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.
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Source: Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs, the official Washington state veterans agency. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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