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Department of Veterans and Military Families

Career Connect: Military Spouse Mentorship Pilot Program

Informational Session

Join us for a virtual informational session on May 20, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. to learn more about the program, participation opportunities, and how to get involved. Attend via Zoom: Join Zoom Meeting.
   

Career Connect: Military Spouse Mentorship Pilot Program

DVMF, in partnership with American Corporate Partners (ACP), is proud to connect veterans, active-duty, National Guard, and Reservists military spouses with experienced professionals through a yearlong virtual mentoring program focused on career growth, leadership development, and professional success.

The Career Connect: Military Spouse Mentorship Pilot Program provides veterans and military spouses with personalized mentorship opportunities to support career transitions, professional development, and long-term workforce success. Through this partnership, mentors and protégés are matched based on career interests, professional goals, and industry experience. ACP staff supports each mentorship throughout the program to help ensure meaningful engagement and successful outcomes.

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Program Benefits

Participants receive support in areas including:

  • Career exploration
  • Professional development
  • Résumé review
  • Interview preparation
  • Networking opportunities
  • Career coaching and guidance

The program is

100% virtual
Flexible and accessible
Structured for one hour per month
Supported by ACP staff throughout the year

Who Can Participate

Military and veteran spouses who want to be mentors and/or protégés. 

Mentors

A mentor can be a business leader, an experienced professional, a veteran, a military spouse, or simply someone looking to give back. Your expertise can help guide and empower Maryland’s military-connected community.

Veterans and Military Spouses

Veterans and active-duty military spouses seeking career guidance, professional networking, or support navigating career transitions are encouraged to apply as protégés.

Supporting military spouses in building careers and strengthening Maryland’s workforce. 

Why This Program Matters

Veterans and military spouses bring valuable leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills to Maryland’s workforce. Mentorship helps strengthen career pathways, build confidence, expand professional networks, and create opportunities for long-term economic success.

This partnership reflects Maryland’s commitment to supporting veterans, service members, and military families through meaningful workforce and professional development initiatives.

How the Program Works

  • Complete the online application
  • Get matched with a mentor or protégé
  • Participate in monthly virtual meetings
  • Receive ongoing support and resources from ACP
  • Build professional relationships and career opportunities throughout the year

Apply Today!

For Mentors
apply.acp-usa.org/from/dvmf

For Protégés
apply.acp-usa.org/dvmf-spouses

Questions?

For more information about the Career Connect: Military Spouse Mentorship Pilot Program and opportunities to get involved, contact Deputy Secretary Dana Burl at [email protected].