The NOVA Job Center offers a wide array of employment services to help veterans with their job search, including helping those recently separated from military service, in transitioning into civilian occupations.

Veteran Priority of Service

As a veteran or eligible spouse, you are entitled to receive priority access to services available through the NOVA Job Center, which includes:

  • Three-hour “veterans only” pre-registration for workshops through NOVA's online system
  • Priority access to drop-in career advising
  • A 24-hour “veterans only” hold on all new job orders received by the CalJOBS labor exchange system
  • Specialized employment and training services to veterans by trained veterans representatives
  • Referrals to supportive services
  • Assistance with re-training / skills training when funds are available


NOVA really helped me get all of my questions out and to develop an informed plan of action. They gave me hope and helped me remember my self worth.