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Employment Readiness Program

Employment Readiness Program

 

Get ready for the job you’ll love with Employment Readiness!

Job Search and Career Coaching

Get expert guidance on resumes, interviews, and job applications. Find local and remote job opportunities tailored to military life.

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Spouse Employment and Portable Careers

Explore job options that move with you. From military spouse hiring programs to portable career resources and home business opportunities, find a path that fits your lifestyle.

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Start a Home-Based Business

Turn your skills into a business you can run from anywhere. Learn about on-post business rules, licensing, and strategies for success.

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Hiring Events and Networking

Connect with top employers through job fairs, networking events, and direct hiring programs designed for military Families.

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Employment Readiness Classes

Army Community Services' Employment Readiness Program (ERP) is here to service the Fort Lee community! We offer resources to help with your career plan and job search. Whether you're a military spouse or family member who just moved here, retiree, DoD civilian looking for new opportunities, or Active Duty military, Active Reserve, National Guard member, or Wounded Warrior, we're here to help. Our office specializes in resume assistance, interview skills & techniques, how to effectively navigate USAJobs.gov and more! We offer the following classes:

  • Resume Building
    Learn how to effectively market yourself using effective writing techniques & avoid common resume faux pas. 
    2026 Class Schedule: January 12, April 13, July 13 & October 19.
  • Marketing Yourself & Interview Prep
    Learn how to market yourself in one-to-one encounters whether networking or interviewing.
    2026 Class Schedule: February 9, May 18, August 10 & November 16.
  • Federal Employment
    Learn how to master navigating USAJobs.gov and the essentials of crafting a federal resume.
    2026 Class Schedule: March 9, June 8, September 14 & December 14.

Pre-registration is required for all classes. You must register four days before the scheduled class date that you would like to attend. Call +1(804)734-6573 to register for class or to find our more details.