Family Member Employment Assistance

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How can the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) services assist me?

  • Learn about the current labor market, average salary, and wage trends in your area.
  • Know the right questions to ask the employer during the interview.
  • Highlight resume accomplishments and adapting to various styles that employers are seeking and/or what format may fit your situation.
  • Know effective negotiation techniques for salaries/wages and benefits.
  • Know how to fill the gap between periods of unemployment.

What workshops and services does the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) offer?

Career Counseling/Assessments

  • Know yourself and focus on the type of work best suited for your aptitude and temperament.

Educational Workshops

  • Resume Writing: learn types of resume, essential contents, and most suitable format to present your accomplishments.
  • Job Interview Techniques: learn to interview effectively and confidently.
  • Know how to prepare for an interview: dress for success, what to say, what to ask, and employer's commonly asked questions.
  • Federal Application Information: understand the complicated application process (including RESUMIX) and learn about Federal employment opportunities.
  • Staff Assisted Computerized Job Search
  • Education and Training Resources Opportunities (http://www.usmc-mccs.org/education/index.cfm)
  • Volunteer Opportunities (http://www.usmc-mccs.org/mcftb/index.cfm)
  • Other Resources: ADECCO Career Accelerator (ADECCO) www.adecco.com

How do I learn more about Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP)?

Family members can contact their local FMEAP offices at their respective Marine Corps location. There are numerous effective family member programs available Corps-wide. FMEAP has many initiatives to help family members find employment after relocation with the active duty service member. 

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What is the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP)?

The Family Member Employment Assistance Program assists active duty military family members, as well as reservists, retirees and civilians, on space availability, to achieve their goals through employment, education or volunteerism. In 1985, Public Law 99-145 created the FMEAP. Section 806 of this act specifically addressed the need to increase employment opportunities for spouses. The military mobile lifestyle presents unique challenges to spouse employment due to frequent relocations. Additionally it is widely recognized that successful spouse employment assists in retaining the career active duty Service member. 

How can the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) help me?

  • Offers services to meet the employment assistance needs of family members
  • Helps clearly identify goals and necessary steps to achieve them.
  • Provides job search guidance to focus on the important aspects of your job search plan.
  • Provides one-on-one employment assistance counseling.

Can the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) find me employment?

FMEAP is not an employment agency and does not make job placements. However, FMEAP provides a liaison/referral service to local and national employers.