Prepare for the Next Step in Your Career
TEAMS is a series of employment training workshops that help military spouses and caregivers find success in their job search. These instructor-led workshops are delivered at no cost by trained facilitators, across a wide range of times to provide ample flexibility for participants stationed worldwide. Workshops are offered on-installation and instructor-led virtually.
TEAMS workshops cover multiple aspects of the job search.
Take as many workshops as you would like to reach your employment goals.
Virtual Workshops
Workshops are scheduled in three time zones on a rotating basis:
- US Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Japan Standard Time (JST)
- Central European Time (CET)
Register for the workshop you need at the most convenient time for you.
When registering, times are listed in EST. Convert workshop times into your time zone by using the Time Zone Converter.
Local Workshops
To find out if TEAMS workshops are offered near you, please contact your TAP site or your Family Transition Center.
If you are interested in hosting live in-person workshops on your installation, contact your TAP site lead contractor for assistance. If you have any questions, please email milspouse@dol.gov.
Workshop Details
TEAMS workshops are stand-alone training modules. You can take all of the workshops or just a few and they can be taken in any order that fits your availability and schedule.
Download the digital participant guide for any workshop.
Career Credentials
Professional licenses and credentials increase your appeal to employers and establish your qualifications to perform a specialized job. CAREER CREDENTIALS shows clear pathways for credentialing and identifies resources that will help ensure your credentials are in good standing after moving.
Federal Hiring Basics
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.
Flexible Job Options
The work-life balance is often unpredictable, but there are jobs that can provide you with the financial stability and versatility to suit your situation. FLEXIBLE JOB OPTIONS helps you identify sources of employment that leverage your skills, interests, and abilities.
Interview Skills
You have an interview request! Now what? Preparation is key; you do not get a second chance to make a great first impression. In INTERVIEW SKILLS, you will prepare for those hard-to-answer questions and gain the know-how to interview with confidence.
Job Fair Networking and Strategies
Launches February 2026
Job fairs are an excellent way to grow your network. JOB FAIR NETWORKING & STRATEGIES will help you craft your professional introduction, explore typical on-the-spot interview questions, and learn how to maximize your time when you attend a job fair.
LinkedIn Profiles
Discover how to use LinkedIn as a professional networking tool. LINKEDIN PROFILES offers tips on how to make your profile stand out and strategies for using the platform to market your professional brand. This workshop is a prerequisite for LINKEDIN JOB SEARCHES.
LinkedIn Job Searches
Expand your knowledge of the platform. LINKEDIN JOB SEARCHES demonstrates how to effectively use your account as a job search tool. Understand how recruiters search for candidates and then learn how you can leverage this information to create professional opportunities.
Marketing Yourself to Employers
The process of finding a job is an exercise in selling your skills, abilities, experience, and education to an employer. MARKETING YOURSELF TO EMPLOYERS introduces a modern marketing-based approach to your job search, making the process less stressful and more productive.
My Next Career Move
Set yourself up for success by understanding the factors that impact a career change. MY NEXT CAREER MOVE examines interest profiling, skills matching, and labor market information (LMI) to equip you with the basic tools needed to begin career exploration.
Resume Essentials
A resume is often the first line of contact you have with a potential employer. RESUME ESSENTIALS is a comprehensive workshop that guides you through the process of crafting a document that will help you make a memorable first impression.
Salary Negotiation
Take the mystery out of SALARY NEGOTIATION. In this workshop, you will research company-specific salary ranges and learn what factors affect compensation for your desired occupation. Know your worth in the marketplace and how to leverage that information effectively.
Your Rights at Work
Launches February 2026
Laws and regulations protect you both as a job applicant and employee. YOUR RIGHTS AT WORK covers important legislation affecting workers, including protections for those with disability or veteran status. Educating yourself on fair labor laws and reasonable accommodations can help safeguard your career.
Entrepreneurship
Provided by the Small Business Administration (SBA)
December 9, 2025
This two-hour workshop, focused on military spouse entrepreneurship, provides an overview of the programs and resources available through the U.S. Small Business Administration to start, grow, expand, and recover a small business. Participants will learn about the resources available to help with getting started or continuing the path of entrepreneurship.
- 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.
Page updated December 2025