How does the Skillbridge program work when I still have time in my contract?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:04:20 -0400

I will be ESTing in Nov 2022. I live in Ft Irwin house on post and everything is at least an hour one way. So is it possible to leave the base housing and move to my own place if I get a job through Skillbridge program 6 months before my ETS date? The closest job is about 90 min one way, or would I be forced to live on base still? Also, leaving the service because I'm not willing to do law school online while serving.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2021 2:06 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:06:56 -0400

Meant ETSing

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2021 10:26 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 10:26:02 -0400

When you start TAP they will explain all the requirements to you. You'll need to be completed with TAP already to be eligible for it

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2021 3:39 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:39:47 -0400

You can do an internship any distance away. I am located at Carson and my internship is in FL.

Response by CPT Brock Young made Jun 14 at 2021 7:39 PM

CPT Brock Young — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 19:39:57 -0400

The COVID situation changed some things with the internships. I did one located well out side of 50 miles, but it didn't matter because it was 100% virtual. You have to remember that the company/agency doesn't incur any costs, so housing and transportation is on you. Also, don't limit yourself to civilian companies. My internship was with a federal agency, and after I retired I was picked up for a GS12 position within 24 days.
I would also recommend checking out LinkedIn, the DoD Skillbridge Community of Practice has a ton of up to date information;https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12257076/. You can also ask questions and get answers from the people who run the Skillbridge program within DoD.