Federal Hiring Basics

Navigate your federal job search

The federal employment system consists of multiple agencies governed by various regulations. FEDERAL HIRING BASICS is designed to give you a better understanding of the hiring process while identifying resources that will help you navigate your federal job search.

Choose Your Date/Time

Choose the date and time that fit your availability from the list below.

Thursday, September 17, 2026

• 1 PM JST (Japan Standard Time)
• 12 AM EST (US Eastern)

Monday, September 21, 2026

• 1 PM (US Eastern Standard Time)

Friday, October 23, 2026

• 10 AM EST (US Eastern)

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

• 2 PM (US Eastern Standard Time)

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

• 2 PM JST (Japan Standard Time)
• 8 AM EST (US Eastern)

The VETS Resource Guide (PDF) is a helpful electronic resource updated twice a year. It will help you find and access the many online resources discussed in our workshops as well as other important information.

Please email us with any questions: milspouse@dol.gov.

Download the digital participant guide for any workshop.