For veterans and military spouses
What to expect from PHV
Free, one-on-one support to help Veterans and their spouses build thriving careers.
We aren’t just here to help you find a job — we’re here to help you find the right job.
Your team is in your corner
Whether you’re currently unemployed, feeling under-employed, or simply ready for a career change, our dedicated team is here for you.
Meet Brian
Employment Specialist
Brian takes the time to truly listen. He asks the right questions to understand your unique needs and connects you directly with the companies, roles, and services that fit you best.
Meet Carissa
Veteran Readiness & Retention Specialist
Carissa helps you clarify your career goals, fine-tune your résumé, and level up your interviewing skills so you’re fully prepped and confident when that employer calls.
Meet Jim
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Facing a disability, a negative legal history, or simply unsure of your next move? Jim is a licensed and certified Vocational Counselor with years of experience championing Veterans, and he knows how to help you navigate the path forward.
Your roadmap to career success
Navigating a career transition doesn’t have to be a guessing game. While every Veteran is unique, the roadmap to landing your ideal role follows a proven framework — and whether you’re forging a new path or stuck at a specific roadblock, we’re here to guide you forward.
The 5 milestones to your next role
- Define your directionGet crystal clear on exactly what you want out of your next position.
- Craft a standout résuméGo beyond listing past duties — highlight your impact, metrics, and the unique value you bring.
- Target the right opportunitiesTap into our employer network, leverage direct referrals, and optimize your job search strategy.
- Make the most of networking eventsLearn how to make a memorable impression and build real relationships at job fairs and industry events.
- Own the interviewConfidently pitch your story and position yourself as the exact solution to the employer’s needs.
Straight talk about how this works
We’d rather set the bar honestly than over-promise and disappoint you.
What we will do
Our commitment to you
- Meet with you one-on-one, at no cost, for as long as your search takes
- Rewrite your résumé into terms civilian employers understand
- Advocate on your behalf with any employer you apply to, in our network or not
- Prepare you for interviews, including the questions veterans get asked
- Keep working with you if the first role doesn’t work out
What we ask of you
Your side of the deal
- Answer the phone, or call us back — an unreturned call is the single biggest reason a search stalls
- Tell us about every job you apply to, anywhere — that’s what lets us advocate for you
- Show up for interviews, on time and prepared
- Tell us plainly about what you want and what you’ll accept
- Tell us when you get hired, even if it wasn’t through us
Ready to take the next step?
We are your expansive network to better opportunities. Let’s get connected!
Pittsburgh Hires Veterans is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
