{"id":13281,"date":"2025-10-03T13:59:38","date_gmt":"2025-10-03T13:59:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/veterans\/?page_id=13281"},"modified":"2026-02-23T16:13:33","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T16:13:33","slug":"system-office-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/veterans\/skillbridge\/system-office-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Skillbridge program"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"13281\" class=\"elementor elementor-13281\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2c33a3ce elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2c33a3ce\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 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fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-13282\" style=\"width: 1024px;height: auto\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/10\/militaryhandshake-1024x683-1.jpg\" alt=\"Two people are shaking hands.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/10\/militaryhandshake-1024x683-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/10\/militaryhandshake-1024x683-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/10\/militaryhandshake-1024x683-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_a53647-40, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_a53647-40[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_a53647-40\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_a53647-40 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_908716-1f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_908716-1f\"]{font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_908716-1f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_908716-1f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_908716-1f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_908716-1f img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_908716-1f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_908716-1f\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style><\/p>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading13281_908716-1f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_908716-1f\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/veterans\/skillbridge\/\">SkillBridge Program<\/a> is an internship program available for approximately 12 week period for service members. The SkillBridge Program, offered by the U.S. Department of Defense, is an opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects transitioning service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences. The service member continues to receive all pay &amp; benefits from the Department of Defense while participating in a non-paid internship with the A&amp;M System.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-md-font-size\">SKILLBRIDGE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM<\/h3>\n<p><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b\"]{font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style><\/p>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_e4d6a0-9b\">The SkillBridge Program is designed to enhance the skills, training, knowledge, and experience of transitioning service members, assisting them in their goals of securing employment post their military service.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">This internship program is led by industry experts teaching, coaching, and training participants in the practical application of skills learned during the program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Interns are exposed to employee training and career development as they work under close supervision of System Offices staff.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Service members benefit from guided curriculum curated for transitioning service members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/02\/SkillBridge-Program-Training-Plan-Essential-Elements.pdf\">Sample Training Plan<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_b68eb0-96\">REQUIRED DOCUMENTS<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/assets\/files\/hr\/forms\/SkillBridgeInternshipProgramChecklist.docx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SkillBridge Internship Program Checklist<\/a> &#8211; provided to support departments with in-processing approved volunteers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/assets\/files\/hr\/forms\/SkillBridgeInternshipProgramOrientation.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SkillBridge Internship Program Orientation<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/assets\/files\/hr\/forms\/32.pdf\">Background Check Authorization Form<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/assets\/files\/hr\/forms\/206.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Volunteer Waiver Form<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading13281_0545c3-f4\">Contact us<\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Dr. Monteigne Long<br \/>Director, Veteran &amp; Military Services<br \/>979.847.7389<br \/><a href=\"mailto:mlong@tamus.edu\">mlong@tamus.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>*System Offices has executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Defense for allowing the participation in this SkillBridge Internship Program.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to SkillBridge at System Offices The SkillBridge Program is an internship program available for approximately 12 week period for service members. 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