I retired from the military after 25 years. After a few years of being retired, I want to work again. I’ve gone back to school because my military experience wasn’t relevant to most businesses.
I’ll be curious to see if employers refuse to hire me, either because I’ve been “unemployed” for a few years, or because I have retirement pay coming in and thus might not be as “hungry” as some.
The reality is I’d be a damn good worker. Four years of retirement has made me ready to go back and work for 10-15 years...but will anyone even look at me?
The reality is I’d be a damn good worker. Four years of retirement has made me ready to go back and work for 10-15 years...but will anyone even look at me?
Short answer? Yes. Despite all the goings on and shenanigans in the government and business world it is still possible to get hired. (Says the guy who has been looking for years!)
You have 25 years with a single employer, one who is noted for discipline and loyalty, one who is world renowned for its ability to get 'er done even when literally being shot at, with ability to make do and improvise even under the harshest conditions.
Some employers even preferentially hire ex-mil.
Besides, when you're done with school, we'll be done with Obama...
Go for it!
You might consider checking out http://www.military.com/
Lots of ideas, support, and common ground for you to plow...