Choosing the right corporate and academic partners is paramount to the CSP development process. Once a potential provider is identified, an initial vetting should take place to ensure the goals and objectives of the entity align with the Army CSP goals and objectives and the local garrison commander. A packet is then developed, containing all necessary installation documentation and is then submitted to the Regional CSPC for forwarding to HQ IMCOM for vetting. CSP packets will be returned to the garrison commander with a copy furnished to the CSPRC and/or the CSPIA with final decision
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RECRUIT THE BEST - AMERICA'S SOLDIER!!
Join over 4,000 businesses at over 30 military installations throughout the United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and Europe, in recruiting the best America's Soldier. The Army's Career Skills Program (CSP) prepares Soldiers for civilian employment by providing first-class Apprenticeships, On-The-Job Training (OJT), Internships, and Employment Skills Training. Choosing the right corporate and academic partners is paramount to providing our nation's finest with the best possible resources. These programs afford Soldiers the opportunity to obtain industry-recognized skills and move into high-demand and highly skilled careers at little to no cost.

CSP Overview

  • Provides Soldiers the opportunity to participate in skills training, during their transition period, in order to improve their civilian employment options. CSPs are conducted while Soldiers are still on active duty.
  • Provides networking and connecting functions essential to successful employment and rewarding careers.
  • Army installations develop CSP opportunities with civilian and government agencies, community leaders, and industry providers.
  • Soldiers enrolled in a CSP continue to earn military pay, health care, and benefits while training with a company.
  • Quote1.JPGAuthorized by Department of Defense Instruction 1322.29
    • DoD MOU authorizes provider to discuss programs with Services.
  • Army Regulation 600-81, Chapter 5-4 provides guidance for Army implementation of program.
    • Providers must meet additional criteria to be an approved program.
    • Garrison Commander (GC) has authority to decide which programs are associated with the garrison.

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CSP Industry Video

Click here to watch the CSP Industry video for more information! 

“The graduates have an unparalleled work ethic and dedication that shows in their work and personal interactions. We are honored to have our entire technician team come out of Pathway Home. We thank them for their service and respect the opportunity to work with them as they begin a new chapter in their careers.” - Brett Stiff, Operations Manager of Ryder Diesel Tech in Colorado Springs

Get Started

1. Select your installation preference. 
2. Complete the Letter of Intent (LOI) with program information
3. Send the LOI in an email to:
  usarmy.jbsa.imcom-hq.mbx.army-career-skills-program@army.mil
 

 Reasons to Hire Transitioning Soldiers 

Highly Skilled 

Reliable work ethic

Motivated productivity 

Leadership ability 

Provider Documents 

  • CSP Provider Information 
  • Letter of Intent (LOI)

Program Components

  • Little or no cost to the Government and Soldier 
    • GI Bill usage is allowed however free programs are preferred
    • Soldiers continue to receive pay and benefits during training
  • Industry partners gain high-quality candidates with potential to reduce onboarding costs​​​​​​​
  • High Probability of employment in the field of training
    • Company must agree to an 85% training completion rate, 100% interview rate of Soldiers who completed the training, and a 90% placement rate of those interviewed
  • Pay commensurate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary employment.

Career Skills Program

Email:
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