SKILLBRIDGE MEMO OF UNDERSTANDING (2025-11-19).PDF
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Industry Employer Intake Application
Thank you for your interest in the DoD SkillBridge program.
DoD SkillBridge facilitates the transition of eligible service members into civilian sector careers with industry
providers/employers for a high probability of post-service employment. This application aims to gather details
about the SkillBridge program opportunity(ies) your organization seeks to provide to transitioning service
members. If DoD authorizes your participation as a SkillBridge authorized organization, all Military Department
SkillBridge leads and Commanders will have access to the information provided in the application package to
assess whether the program is fitting and suitable for their respective service members who express interest in
your organizations' program(s). Participation in SkillBridge is voluntary, service member-initiated, and service
members must be approved by their first field grade commander authorized to impose nonjudicial punishment
under Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
DoD staff will evaluate your responses against the program requirements for SkillBridge approval. The information
you provide within this application will be stored and handled according to the SkillBridge Privacy Policy.
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Application Type & Information
Prospective or Former SkillBridge Providers:
This application is for organizations looking to become a DoD SkillBridge Provider. Please ensure the information
provided in the application is accurate as the application cannot be amended after it is submitted.
Current SkillBridge Providers:
Renewal applications must be accessed and submitted via the SkillBridge Content Management System.
Provide your contact information as the person completing this application.
Full Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Position Title:
What is the name of “your” organization?
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Maricopa County Government
602-506-3757
Organizational Development Manager
Kelly Dixon
kelly.dixon@maricopa.gov
Attestations
Below you will be asked to attest to a series of statements.
Please agree to all statements below.
If you can NOT attest, you cannot proceed. Please close the browser to exit the application.
I acknowledge and understand that my responses are as enforceable as to the extent of a handwritten
signature for enforcement/enforceability on documents.
I understand and acknowledge the above statement
I do NOT understand and do NOT acknowledge the above statement
Please click below to indicate that you are over the age of 18 and agree to share your information based on
the SkillBridge privacy policy.
I Agree
I Disagree
If approved by the Department of Defense for participation as a DoD SkillBridge provider, I agree on behalf of
our organization to comply with the Department of Defense Equal Opportunity Policies as stated below:
The Department of Defense (DoD) is dedicated to equality of treatment and opportunity for all personnel without regard to race, religion,
color, sex, or national origin. The DoD strives to maintain a professional working environment in which a service member’s race, religion,
color, sex, or national origin will not impact his or her professional opportunities. Accordingly, within each selection charter those
candidates who are best and fully qualified you must ensure that service members are not disadvantaged because of their race, religion,
color, sex, or national origin. Your evaluation of all service members must afford them fair and equitable consideration. You should be
particularly vigilant in your evaluation to take care that no service member’s opportunity is disadvantaged by biased utilization policies
or practices. You should evaluate each service member’s potential to assume the responsibilities of the next opportunity. This guidance
shall not be interpreted as requiring or permitting preferential treatment of any service member or group of individuals on the grounds
of race, religion, color, sex, or national origin.
I Agree
I Disagree
It is imperative that each organization applying to become a DoD SkillBridge provider understands service
members get one transition opportunity and SkillBridge opportunities are designed to set service members
up for post-service success.
Does your program set service members up for post-service success by discussing hiring and employment options during their training?
Yes, time is dedicated during training to discuss hiring and employment options
No, time is not dedicated for service members to discuss hiring and employment options
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By checking this box, I attest on behalf of our organization that the information provided within this
application form is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. In accordance with Title 5,
Section 552(a) of the U.S. Code (1974 Privacy Act), I authorize and consent to allowing my SkillBridge
program details to be publicly posted to the DoD SkillBridge website.
I Agree
I Disagree
I understand that a SkillBridge program cannot exceed 180 days for any eligible service member and must be
within the last 180 days of military service obligation.
Yes
No
I acknowledge that the well-being of service members is a top priority and that no training opportunities or
programs will put the service member at a national security, physical, emotional, or professional risk. If
performing high risk training, service members will only participate in controlled training
Environments with applicable safety training provided in advance.
I Agree
I Disagree
I acknowledge that my SkillBridge training program must not conflict with DoD policies and regulations for
service members (i.e., cannabis/marijuana production, placement with political organizations.) (e.g.,
lobbyist firms, political parties)
I Agree
I Disagree
I acknowledge that I have completed the DoD SkillBridge Ethics training session.
Yes: I have attended the DoD SkillBridge Ethics training and a copy of my certificate of completion is uploaded.
No: I have not completed DoD SkillBridge Ethics training yet
I verified my organization/company is active and in good standing with the Secretary of State. This is
verifiable on my Secretary of State website. The Secretary of State verification documents are required to be
provided with this application.
N/A: My organization is a government organization (i.e., federal, state or local/municipal government) and
exempt from this requirement. Note: Government contractors/grant recipients must provide Secretary
of State documents.
Yes: I have verified my organization is in good standing and uploaded a copy of the verification documentation
from my Secretary of State's website.
No: I do not have the Secretary of State required document and understand this will delay the processing of my
application.
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I confirm my organization has been established for a minimum of 3 years?
Important Note to Third-Party Providers: This question is for your organization, not the organization you're sponsoring
Yes: My organization has been established for 3 years or more.
No: My organization has not been established for at least 3 years.
I acknowledge that if my Memorandum of Agreement (MOU) is approved, I must submit a program, training
plan(s), and position announcement(s) for approval in the Content Management System (CMS) prior to
selecting service members for participation.
I Agree
I Disagree
Are you preparing this application for another organization/company?
Yes
No
Are you a third-party provider?
A third-party provider (also referred to as intermediaries) is an umbrella organization that manages the coordination of SkillBridge
opportunities on behalf of one or multiple employers/training providers. Note: Completion of this application on behalf of another
employer and/or training provider is not considered a third-party provider.
Yes
No
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Third Party Provider
As a third-party provider do you have a current* DoD SkillBridge MOU?
(Current MOU’s can be checked on the SkillBridge website under Authorized SkillBridge Organizations)
Yes
No
Are you applying for a DoD SkillBridge MOU as a third-party provider?
Yes, I’m applying or renewing to become a vetted DoD SkillBridge authorized third-party provider.
No, I’m a current DoD SkillBridge authorized provider applying on behalf of another organization/employer that I
sponsor or intend to sponsor.
If you are preparing this application for another organization/employer, what type of third party do they identify
as? However, if you’re preparing this application for your organization, what type of third party do you identify as?
For-profit: Fee-for-service (charges cost to assist organizations with the DoD SkillBridge process and/or assist
sponsoring organizations with recruitment, placement, and/or marketing to identifying service members who
match their SkillBridge opportunities)
For-profit: NO Fee-for-service (does not charge cost to assist organizations with the DoD SkillBridge process
and/or assist sponsoring organizations with recruitment, placement, and/or marketing to identifying service
members who match their SkillBridge opportunities)
Non-profit: Fee-for-service 501(c)(3) (charges cost to assist organizations with the DoD SkillBridge process
and/or assist sponsoring organizations with recruitment, placement, and/or marketing to identifying service
members who match their SkillBridge opportunities)
Non-profit: NO Fee-for-service 501(c)(3) (does not charge cost to assist organizations with the DoD SkillBridge
process and/or assist sponsoring organizations with recruitment, placement, and/or marketing to identifying
service members who match their SkillBridge opportunities)
Federal, State or Local Government third-party liaisons who assist internal to your state (e.g., state workforce
boards), federal government agency, county or city with the DoD SkillBridge process and/or assist with
recruitment, placement, and/or marketing to identify service members who match SkillBridge opportunities.
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Organizational Information
Note: If you are a third party, provide the information on the organization you’re sponsoring for the remaining
sections of the application.
Organization Legal Name as noted on Secretary of State Document:
Fictitious, or Doing Business As (dba) Name:
If applicable the fictitious, or dba name will reflect on the SkillBridge public website.
Organization's Employer Identification Number (EIN):
Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Organization's Business Phone Number:
Provide the URL to your organization’s website:
How long has your organization been established?
3-5 years
6-10 years
11-15 years
16-20 years
20+ years
What is the organization's size?
Based on the size of your organization you will be required to accept a minimum number of SkillBridge participants each year
Small (200 or fewer employees) - must accept minimum of 1 SkillBridge candidates per year
Midsize (201-400 employees) - must accept minimum of 2 SkillBridge candidates per year
Midsize (401-600 employees) - must accept minimum of 3 SkillBridge candidates per year
Large (601-1000 employees) - must accept minimum of 4 SkillBridge candidates per year
Large (more than 1001 employees) - must accept minimum of 5 SkillBridge candidates per year
What is your organization's type?
For Profit
Non or Not for Profit
County/Municipality/City government
State government
Federal government
Other
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Maricopa County Government
Phoenix
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602-506-3757
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www.maricopa.gov
Is your organization a:
Fortune 1000 company
Fortune 500 company
Fortune 100 company
None of the above
Select military/veteran recruiting, employing, retention, or support awards your organization has been the
recipient of?
Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom
Department of Labor’s HIRE Vets Medallion Program
None of the above
Other:
Is your organization an Academic Institution of Higher Learning (College or University)?
Only postsecondary academic institutes and programs accredited by the Department of Education will be approved as a DoD SkillBridge
training provider
Yes
No
Will your organization's SkillBridge program include a certificate program as part of
participation/completion?
Yes
No
What accreditation body(ies) is your organization's certificate program accredited?
Certificate programs listed in the American National Standards Institution (ANSI) National Accreditation Board (ANAB) will be approved as a
DoD SkillBridge certificate program pending all other criteria is met. Other accreditation bodies will be considered if the institution is
accredited by the Department of Education. National Standards Institution (ANSI) National Acreditation Board (ANAB)
Is your organization a Military Service Organization (MSO) or a Veteran Service Organization (VSO)?
(MSOs/VSOs are non-profit groups that provide support and advocacy for veterans, service members, and their families)
Yes
No
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Does your organization primarily offer commission-based only occupations/opportunities for service
members?
Yes
No
Unsure/Don’t Know
Does your organization plan to hire direct or leverage a network of partners to find employment opportunities
for service members?
Hire service members directly within our organization
Leverage a network of employer partners to assist with employment opportunities for service members
Both, hire direct and leverage a network of employers for service member employment
Unsure/Don't Know
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Federal/Defense Contractors
Is your organization a current federal contractor?
Yes
No
Is your organization a current Defense contractor?
Yes
No
What Military Services(s) and/or DoD organization(s) are you supporting in your Defense contract?
(select all that apply)
Air Force
Army
Coast Guard
Marine Corps
Navy
Space Force
Defense Acquisition University (DAU)
Defense Advanced Research Projects
Agency (DARPA)
Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)
Defense Contract Management
Agency (DCMA)
Defense Counterintelligence Agency (DCSA)
Defense Finance and Accounting
Services (DFAS)
Defense Health Agency (DHA)
Defense Human Resources Activity (DHRA)
Defense Information Systems Agency
(DISA)
Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
Defense Legal Services Agency (DLSA)
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
Defense Media Activity (DMA)
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency
(DPAA)
Defense Security Cooperation Agency
(DSCA)
Defense Technical Information
Center (DTIC)
Defense Technology Security Agency (DTSA)
Defense Threat Reduction Agency
(DTRA)
DoD Test Resource Management
Agency (TRMC)
Department of Defense Education Activity
(DoDEA)
Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS)
Missile Defense Agency
National Geospatial Intelligence Agency
(NGA)
National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
National Security Agency/Central
Security Service (NSA)(CSS)
Office of Local Defense Community
Cooperation (OLDCC)
Office of the Inspector General of the
Department of Defense (OIG)
Office of the Secretary of Defense
(OSD)
Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA)
Washington Headquarter Service
(WHS)
Will the DoD SkillBridge participant perform tasks chargeable to a contract receiving DoD funding?
(i.e., DoD billable rolls)
Yes, the participant will perform tasks for which we receive DoD funding (Note: Selecting this response will
result in your application being declined)
No, the participant will not perform tasks for which we receive funding from the DoD
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How long is the period of your current DoD contract?
Less than 1 year without option years (Note: Selecting this response will result in your application being
declined)
1 Year
2 Years
3 Years
4 Years
5 Years
Other – multiple contracts with various end dates
Do you have processes in place to obtain acknowledgment from the Service Member that he or she does not
have official duties affecting the financial interest of your organization and will not act as an agent on behalf
of your organization in representing the United States government?
Potential ethical problems may include conflicts of interest, providing the company access to sensitive information, service member
involved in procurement decisions that concern the company, etc. The Service Member may obtain advice from his/her Command or Ethics
Counsel.
Yes
No
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Program Information
The following questions are asked so that your organization’s program will appear on the DoD SkillBridge Locations
page if approved by DoD. The information collected below will be displayed for prospective service members and
Commanders to reference in making their SkillBridge selection.
Please indicate the best characterization of your proposed DoD SkillBridge program:
(select all that apply)
On-the-job training (OTJ)
Pre-Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship
Internship
Employment Skills Training
See SkillBridge Program Types for a description of program types.
Are you a Registered Apprenticeship Partner with the Department of Labor?
Yes (If "Yes" insert RAPIDS registration number)
No
Please describe the objective of the proposed SkillBridge opportunity
(select all that apply)
Improve service members' skill level and broaden skill range by building on occupational and technical skills
acquired during their military service
Refine or enhance soft skills (non-technical) acquired during military service by redirecting transferable skills in
the civilian workforce.
Improve upon unrelated military skills to successful performance a civilian occupation identified by the service
member as their post-transition goal for civilian employment
Other:
What is the timeframe of the proposed DoD SkillBridge program that will be delivered?
(If you have more than one SkillBridge opportunity provide the longest period of time).
SkillBridge programs cannot exceed 180 days prior to the service member's military transition.
1 to 30 days
31 to 60 days
61 to 90 days
91 to 120 days
121 to 150 days
151 to 180 days
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Will your program be delivered in one location?
Yes, the program will be delivered in one location
No, the program will be delivered in multiple locations
What is the delivery method for the proposed DoD SkillBridge program? (Select all that apply)
SkillBridge programs cannot be offered as virtual asynchronous only; the opportunity may be virtual, but must include virtual synchronous
training and/or a hybrid with in-person sessions with asynchronous training being less than 50% of the length of the training.
In-person
Online/Virtual asynchronous
Online/Virtual synchronous – i.e. live-person led
Hybrid (A combination of in-person or online/virtual synchronous and online/virtual asynchronous delivery)
Where will the in-person delivery for the proposed DoD SkillBridge program be located?
(select all that apply)
On-base (i.e., on a military installation) within the Continental U.S. (CONUS) - stateside
On-base (i.e., on a military installation) Outside the Continental U.S. (OCONUS) - overseas
Off-base (i.e., outside of a military installation) within the Continental U.S. (CONUS) - stateside
Off-base (i.e., outside of a military installation) Outside the Continental U.S. (OCONUS) - overseas
N/A - the entire program will be virtual synchronous (i.e., live-person led), or a hybrid of asynchronous and
synchronous
For Law Enforcement Programs only - Is your organization a Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation
(FLETA) program?
Yes
No
NA; I am not a Law Enforcement Program
If you are an education or training provider, will your organization only be providing training as an education
or training provider?
(i.e. CDL, A&P, Cyber, IT)
Yes
No
N/A; I am not an education or training provider
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If you are an education or training provider, does your organization have a network of partners established
that will hire the graduates of this program upon completion?
Yes
No
N/A; I am not an education or training provider
Will participation in the program require that the service member utilize benefit programs (e.g. GI Bill)?
Yes
No
Which benefit program(s) will be utilized?
GI Bill Benefits (program must be identified on VA GI Bill Comparison Tool)
Other:
N/A
See GI Bill Benefits for a comparison of benefits.
Are there other costs to the service member for this program?
Participating service members should not incur direct financial costs directly or indirectly related to program administration and delivery
(e.g., training fees, training materials, equipment, uniforms, certifications, licensure)
Yes
No
Is your DoD SkillBridge program designed for any targeted military occupation codes (MOCs)? If so, please
provide the Service and MOC.
Yes, this SkillBridge program is targeted towards these specific MOCs
No, this SkillBridge Program applies to all MOCs
Select terms and conditions for your proposed SkillBridge program:
(select all that apply)
Sign non-disclosure agreement (NDA)
Employment obligation contract (i.e., Basic Law Enforcement training)
No terms and condition
Other
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Identify the prerequisite requirements for your SkillBridge program:
(select all that apply)
Security clearance
Degree/education
Branch of service
Paygrade/rank
No prerequisites
Other
Full Time Position Related to Opportunity
How many full-time positions are linked to your proposed SkillBridge program:
Select the relevant Department of Labor O*NET Industry to your proposed SkillBridge program:
(select all that apply)
Architecture, Engineering, and Semiconductors
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
Business and Financial Operation
Community and Social Service
Computer
Construction and Extraction
Cybersecurity
Educational Instruction and Library
Farming, Fishing and Forestry
Food Preparation and Serving Related
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Healthcare Support
Installation, Maintenance and Repair
Legal
Life, Physical and Social Science
Management
Mathematical
Military Specific
Office and Administrative Support
Personal Care and Service
Production
Protective Service
Sales and Related
Transportation and Material Moving
Other:
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Select job title(s) you have available for your proposed SkillBridge training (e.g., Data Analyst):
(select all that apply)
Accountant
Aerospace Enginee
Architect
Biomedical Engineer
Brand Manager
Business Development
Executive
Chef
Civil Engineer
Clinical Research Coordinator
Content Writer
Counselor
Customer Service
Representative
Cybersecurity Analyst
Data Analyst
Dentist
Digital Marketing Specialist
E-commerce Manager
Electrical Engineer
Financial Advisor
Graphic Designer
Human Resource Manager
Human Resource Specialist
Instructor/Teacher
Insurance Agent
Interior Designer
IT Support Technician
Laboratory Technician
Lawyer
Logistics Manager
Marketing Manager
Mechanical Engineer
Network Administrator
Nurse
Operations Manager
Pharmacist
Physical Therapist
Physician
Program Manager
Project Manager
Quality Assurance Analyst
Real Estate Agent
Sales Representative
Social Media Manager
Social Worker
Software Developer
Transportation Manager
Truck Driver
Web Developer
Other:
Estimated yearly starting salary range:
If you have more than one proposed position, provide the average range of the positions
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MOU Contact Information
Please provide the contact information for the four organization members listed below.
Organizational/Primary POC
This individual will be the primary contact to access, upload, and modify training plans, programs, and opportunity locations.
Full Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Position Title:
Public POC
Information of this individual will be publicly displayed on the DoD SkillBridge website as the entry point for service members connections
with the organization.
Full Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Position Title:
MOU Signature Authority
This cannot be a third-party sponsor's information; it must be a legal/liable signatory of the organization (i.e., CEO, Company President,
Owner, Executive Leader.
Full Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Position Title:
Compliance POC
Legal Counsel or Human Resource
Full Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Position Title:
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Organizational Development Manager for Human Resources
Kelly Dixon
Organizational Development Manager for Human Resources
602-506-3757
602-506-3757
kelly.dixon@maricopa.gov
kelly.dixon@maricopa.gov
Kelly Dixon
Application Signature
Signature:
Date:
Review Initials
Initials:
Date:
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN
THE OFFICE OF THE UNDERS SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS,
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE AND
SKILLBRIDGE PROVIDER
This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is between the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for
Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and
______________________________________________________ and_____________________________________
hereinafter referred to collectively as the “Parties.”
1. BACKGROUND: The DoD SkillBridge Program provides a structured pathway for eligible and authorized Service
members to participate in job training and employment skills training, including apprenticeships and internships,
within 180 days of separation from active-duty service to help prepare for employment in the civilian sector. The
Military-Civilian Transition Office (MCTO), under the authority of the USD(P&R), executes a Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) with public and private organizations who then host SkillBridge programs in accordance with
the rules, parameters, procedures, and responsibilities outlined in the MOU.
2. AUTHORITIES:
2.1. DoD Instruction (DoDI) 1322.29, “Job Training, Employment Skills Training, Apprenticeships, and Internships
(JTEST-AI) for Eligible Service members,” 24 January 2014. Incorporating Change 1, Effective May 5, 2020
2.2. DoDI 1332.35, “Transition Assistance Program (TAP) For Military Personnel,” 26 September 2019
2.3. DoDI 1344.07, “Personal Commercial Solicitation on DoD Installations,” 30 March 2006
2.4. DoDI 1000.15, “Procedures and Support for Non-Federal Entities Authorized to Operate on DoD Installations,"
24 October 2008
2.5. 51 U.S. Code § 20113 – Powers of the Administration in performance of functions
2.6. 10 U.S. Code § 1143 - Employment assistance
2.7. 5 U.S. Code § 2301 – Merit system principles
3. PURPOSE: This MOU establishes rules, parameters, procedures, and responsibilities for the SkillBridge Program
parties.
4. UNDERSTANDING OF THE PARTIES:
4.1 The MCTO will:
4.1.1
Support authorized DoD SkillBridge organizations access on installations under the Department’s
authority in accordance with installation access protocol.
4.1.2
Provide public information to Service members about the availability, locations, and training
opportunities of DoD SkillBridge programs and appropriate resource information on authorized DoD SkillBridge
organizations.
4.1.3
Enforce policy that ensures participating Military Departments validate Service members’ eligibility to
participate and that they have received approval to participate from their first field grade commander, (O-4 and
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above), in the Service member's chain of command, who is authorized to impose non-judicial punishment under 10
U.S.C. 815, Article 15, also known as the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
4.1.4
Institute policy for Military Departments to authorize designated SkillBridge training locations as the
place of duty for participating Service members with the understanding that a member's participation in the program
may be terminated at any time, based on mission requirements, the member's conduct, and/or other Service needs.
4.1.5
Conduct a U.S. State business records authentication check. Authorized SkillBridge organizations must
remain in good standing for this MOU to remain valid. Foreign-owned educational or commercial institutions, or
businesses registered with a U.S. State may be eligible to participate in SkillBridge. Foreign-owned educational or
commercial institutions, or businesses owned, operated, or controlled by a foreign government, or foreign government
entities, are not eligible for participation. The entities listed here qualify as an emolument because such entities are
viewed as an extension of the foreign government.
4.1.6
Verify DoD SkillBridge providers are established as a business for a minimum of three years (exceptions:
federal agencies, state and local government); associated training cost (if any) are not imposed on the Service member
by the authorized SkillBridge organization prior to determination of approval; and training plans are reviewed and
approved for SkillBridge opportunities prior to being publicly shared.
4.1.7
Resolve Military Departments escalated formal complaints to uphold the integrity and equitable operation
of the DoD SkillBridge program.
4.2 The SkillBridge authorized organization will:
4.2.1 Accept at least the minimum number of SkillBridge candidates annually based on organizational size.
Minimum requirement:
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Small business organization with 200 or fewer employees –
o at least 1 candidate per year;
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Midsize business organizations with more than 200, but less than 400 employees –
o at least 2 candidates per year;
•
Midsize Business organizations with more than 400, but less than 600 employees –
o at least 3 candidates per year; and
•
Large business organizations with more than 600, but less than 1000 employees –
o at least 4 candidates per year;
•
Large business organizations with over 1000 employees –
o at least 5 candidates per year.
4.2.2 Ensure a minimum of suitable, available full-time positions equal to or exceeding the number of
participating service members at any given time. Federal and local government agencies aim to ensure a minimum
of suitable, available full-time positions, utilizing special hiring authorities (as applicable) in accordance with the
federal merit system principles, equal to or exceeding the number of participating Service members.
4.2.3 Provide eligible Service members with on-the-job training (OJT), employment skills training, pre-
apprenticeship, apprenticeship, or internship opportunities to enrich professional development experiences with
competence-based employment skills, knowledge, or abilities directly linked to job opportunities in the civilian
workforce and meet the below objectives:
4.2.4 Improve the Service member’s competency levels (i.e., knowledge, skills, and abilities) and broaden the
range of their competencies by building upon the occupational skills acquired during military service.
4.2.5 Improve or provide skills unrelated to the occupational skills acquired during military service but related
to the successful performance of a civilian occupation identified by the Service member as their post-transition goal
for civilian employment upon separation.
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4.2.6 Refine or enhance skills acquired during military service by redirecting skills that were acquired initially
with a focus on the military mission toward related skills that are required to successfully perform occupations in the
civilian workforce to increase the post-employment opportunities for transitioning Service members.
4.2.7 Ensure employment skills training, pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship, or internship opportunities are not
offered as virtual asynchronous only; online opportunities must include virtual synchronous (i.e., live person-led)
training and/or a hybrid with in-person sessions. Asynchronous training (if any) will be less than 50% of the length
of the training.
4.2.8 Screen and select Service member candidates for participation based on self-initiated interest; ensure
candidates have their Military Department’s authorization before starting the SkillBridge program.
4.2.9 Ensure that outside of subsistence, lodging, and home-station to program location travel costs,
participating Service members do not incur direct financial costs directly or indirectly related to program
administration and delivery (e.g., training fees, training materials, equipment, uniforms, certifications, licensure). At
the sole discretion of the Service member, program administration and delivery costs can or may be covered by the
Service member’s VA GI Bill benefits when said costs qualify for the same and are specifically and clearly identified
by the SkillBridge provider in their SkillBridge application. At their sole discretion, the SkillBridge provider may
subsidize or reimburse any or all subsistence, lodging, and home-station to program location travel costs if said
subsidy or reimbursement is offered to all similar training participants without regard to military affiliation and
specifically and clearly identified by the SkillBridge provider in their SkillBridge application.
4.2.10 Ensure Service members who successfully complete the SkillBridge program have a high probability of
immediate post-service suitable employment. High probability of employment is defined as 75% or higher of
Service members who successfully complete the program receive a qualifying offer of immediate post-service
suitable employment with an 85% or higher offer rate as the Key Performance Indicator (KPI) goal. Federal, state,
and municipal agencies are exempt from the 75% KPI. Federal, state, and municipal agencies will consider offering
post-service suitable employment for open positions to Service members who successfully complete their
SkillBridge program, are eligible for special hiring authorities, and meet the minimum qualifications of the position
according to federal merit system principles, or equivalent state and municipal requirements.
4.2.11 a. Provide neither compensation nor gifts to Service members for services performed while participating in
the program.
b. The Emoluments Clause prohibits receipt of consulting fees, gifts, travel expenses, honoraria, or salary by
all active and retired military personnel, officer and enlisted, Regular and Reserve, from a foreign government unless
Congressional consent is first obtained. Consent is provided by Congress in 37 U.S.C. § 908, which requires advance
approval from the relevant Service Secretary and the Secretary of State before accepting employment, consulting fees,
gifts, travel expenses, honoraria or salary from a foreign government.
c. Domestic Partnerships participating as an authorized SkillBridge organization may not distribute
partnership profits to participants or to retired personnel that do not comply with the Emoluments Clause. The
Emoluments Clause may apply to monies they receive through employment with a domestic partnership or a limited
liability company, such as a law firm or consulting business. This is so even if the foreign government is not one of
the retiree’s clients. Accepting a share of partnership profits that is derived from the partnership’s representation of a
foreign government is considered an emolument, even if the retiree did not provide direct services to the foreign
government client.
4.2.12 Coordinate with MCTO on matters of participant compliance with other restrictions on acceptance of
compensation and gifts, and other ethics rules applicable to Service members as expressed in the criminal conflict of
interest statutes (18 U.S.C. §§ 201-209), the Standards of Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch (5 C.F.R.
2635), and the Joint Ethics Regulation (15 May 2024).
4.2.13 Ensure opportunity does not create a conflict of interest for the Service member, as defined in DoDI
1332.35 or other guidance provided by the Military Departments.
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4.2.14 Ensure all information provided on the DoD SkillBridge website, including the status of active
recruitment, details about training programs, and points of contact, is kept up to date and accurately reflects the
current opportunities and conditions of their SkillBridge offerings.
4.2.15 Submit a request for approval of any new elements or programs to add to their DoD SkillBridge
offerings, accompanied by a detailed training plan for each change. This plan should outline the objectives,
structure, duration, and expected outcomes of the training, ensuring alignment with the SkillBridge program’s goals
and standards.
4.2.16 Appoint a representative to maintain continuing liaison with MCTO, the Military Departments, and
military installation SkillBridge managers.
4.2.17 Assume overall responsibility for the execution of its SkillBridge program, both on and off participating
military installations, as applicable.
4.2.18 Provide a structured and safe training environment for Service members that fully complies with all
applicable labor, employment, and workplace safety laws, regulations, and standards to ensure a secure and
productive learning experience.
4.2.19 Notify the appropriate Military Department, SkillBridge installation liaison, or command approving
authority immediately upon discovery of any attendance issues, disciplinary concerns, or injuries relating to a
Service member who is a SkillBridge participant.
4.2.20 Conduct a program feedback survey with Service member SkillBridge program participants and work
with designated Military Department installation representatives to address any program concerns and, if necessary,
to provide final outcomes to USD(P&R).
4.2.21 Upon request, provide MCTO outcome data on the salary, hire and retention rates to include percentage
of immediate hire employment offers.
4.2.22 At a minimum, provide program participation data at 90-, and 180-day post-program employment or at
the request of MCTO. At a minimum, data will include the number of participants accepted into the program, their
Military Service association, the number of participants who complete the program, the number of participants
offered qualifying employment, the number of participants who accepted qualifying employment, the industry of the
employment offer, and their starting salary offer.
4.2.23 Not suggest or imply official DoD or Military Department sanction or endorsement of their organization’s
products or services because of participation in the SkillBridge program or otherwise.
4.2.24 Inform the respective Installation Public Affairs Office (PAO) when any local or regional media coverage
is expected relating to the SkillBridge program and MCTO when national media coverage is expected. Include all
materials intended for use in connection with such coverage in the notification to the respective Installation PAO and
MCTO in the case of national media coverage. This requirement does not include communications conducted solely
through their own marketing or social media platforms.
4.2.25 Only use the DoD SkillBridge name and logo as an approved SkillBridge provider in conjunction with
DoD authorized provider programs. Approved use includes provider informing audiences of their participation in the
program on websites and resource material used to support the DoD SkillBridge participants. The provider will
include a disclaimer in each case to avoid the appearance of DoD endorsement of their products or services. All other
proposed uses must be approved by MCTO. The DoD SkillBridge name and logo may not be used for commercial
use, such as for-profit activities or advertisement of business, services, or products, or to imply endorsement of the
provider by the DoD.
4.3 DoD SkillBridge authorized Third Party Providers (i.e., organizations facilitating SkillBridge opportunities
(compensated or not) on behalf of another line of business within their agency or with external employers)
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_________________________________________________________________________________________ will:
4.3.1 Manage and coordinate SkillBridge opportunities on behalf of employers or providers (e.g., federal, state,
or private sector business) who are in good standing with U.S. state oversight.
4.3.2 Maintain regular communication with Service members who are SkillBridge program participants and their
host employers.
4.3.3 Report, list, and account for all employers being hosted under the organizations umbrella.
4.3.4 Ensure that every employer or organization sponsored, has separate and distinct DoD SkillBridge MOU for
MCTO accountability.
4.4 Federal and state recognized tribal nations, as sovereign and self-governing, will oversee and approve
SkillBridge activities conducted within their jurisdiction in alignment with the UCMJ, applicable ethics requirements for
Service members, and DoD SkillBridge program guidelines.
5.
GENERAL PROVISIONS:
5.1 POINTS OF CONTACT. The following points of contact (POCs) will be used by the Parties to communicate the
implementation of this MOU. Each Party may change its POC upon reasonable notice to the other Party.
5.1.1. For the Office of the USD(P&R) –
DoD SkillBridge Program
Military -Civilian Transition Office, Suite 05E22
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350-4000
5.2. CORRESPONDENCE. All official correspondence should be conducted through the DoD SkillBridge website
at: https://skillbridge.osd.mil/contacts.htm
5.3 REVIEW AND MODIFICATION OF MOU: This MOU will be in its entirety biannually for nonfederal entities
and triennially for federal and local government entities, and updates will be initiated, as required. This MOU may
only be modified by the written consent of the Parties, duly signed by their authorized representatives.
5.4 FUNDS AND MANPOWER: This MOU does not document nor provide for the exchange of funds or
manpower, other than participating Service members, between the two parties nor does it make any commitment of
funds or resources.
5.5 DISPUTES. Any disputes relating to this MOU will, subject to any applicable law, Executive orders, Directives,
or Instructions, be resolved by consultation between the Parties in accordance with DoDI 4000.19 “Support
Agreements”.
5.6 NONENDORSEMENT: In accordance with the Joint Ethics Regulation, DoD is prohibited from endorsing or
implying that it will endorse any nonfederal entity, event, product, service or enterprise. The Parties recognize that
this agreement does not constitute DoD endorsement of
______________________________________________________ and_____________________________________
or any of its products or services.
5.7 TRANSFERABILITY. This MOU is not transferable except with the written consent of the Parties.
5.8 TERMINATION OF UNDERSTANDING. This MOU may be terminated in writing at will by either Party with
90 days written notice to the other Party. The DoD may terminate this MOU without written notice if DoD
determines, in its sole discretion, that it is no longer able to meet the terms of this MOU based on military operational
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requirements or national emergency. The DoD may terminate this MOU without written notice if DoD determines, in
its sole discretion, that the SkillBridge provider, or any of its partners or subsidiaries operating under this agreement,
fail to comply with the terms of this MOU. The DoD may terminate this MOU without written notice if DoD
determines, in its sole discretion, that the SkillBridge provider, or any of its partners or subsidiaries operating under
this agreement, commits ethical violations, demonstrates non-compliance with program requirements, fails to adhere
to its own training plan, or if grievances from DoD SkillBridge participants regarding the provider’s operations,
conduct, or workplace environment are validated.
5.9 SERVICE MEMBER RELEASE FROM SKILLBRIDGE OPPORTUNITY: Either the DoD or the SkillBridge
Provider may release a Service member from the Program if, in the opinion of either party, the Service member is not
actively and satisfactorily participating with the provided training. The DoD may release a Service member from
placement with ______________________________________________________________________________ and
_____________________________________if it determines that the Service member is not being utilized by the
SkillBridge Provider consistently with the goals of the Program. Prior to releasing the Service member, DoD and
SkillBridge Provider shall confer and try to resolve the issue(s), short of release of Service member from the Program.
However, each party retains ultimate right to end the Program after consultation with the other party.
5.10 CONSENT TO IDENTIFICATION: Neither party shall use the other party's name outside their organization
without the other party's express written consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
5.11 ENTIRE UNDERSTANDING. It is expressly understood and agreed that this MOU embodies the entire
understanding between the Parties.
5.12 EFFECTIVE DATE: This MOU takes effect beginning on the day after the last Party signs.
5.13 EXPIRATION DATE. This MOU expires on ___________________________.
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Kelly Dixon
DoD SkillBridge Employer Ethics Brief
10/22/2025
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