Maine is an amazing place to put down roots, raise a family, live, work, and prosper in a welcoming community with a great quality of life and an active, well established veterans support network.
That said, transition from active duty to civilian life can be stressful. There are a lot of things that can be a a culture shock when transitioning to the civilian economy, such as housing and all associated housing costs, navigating healthcare insurance, taxes, and pay scales, to name a few. Boots2Roots is here to help.
How it Works
Boots2Roots provides career coaching, resume coaching, interview coaching and employer networking and introductions through our staff, veteran peer mentors and volunteer network. We will help translate your military experience into language that civilian hiring managers understand and introduce you to employment opportunities in Maine that may not be apparent to those living outside the state. Best outcomes for veterans and for Maine employers is our goal and there is never any charge for our services.
Your Task:
If you are active-duty military, a Veteran or a military spouse and you are interested in exploring opportunities for life in Maine, just fill out the contact form and we’ll set up an initial call. Its important to establish contact early in the process. Best results occur when we can start working on your transition 12-18 months before you plan to arrive in Maine. If you a shorter timeframe, we can also help, so don’t hesitate to reach out.
Our Goal:
You and/or your spouse are hired or enrolled in school/apprenticeship within 2 months of coming to Maine.
Boots2Roots’ Commitment to You:
We will help you prepare for a successful transition to Maine, including:
- Self-assessment materials & feedback
- Resume, cover letter, & interview preparation
- Networking (connecting you with trusted professional contacts and companies)
- Peer mentoring (by recently separated/retired military Mainers who will help you connect)
- Community contact referrals (introductions to contacts we know & trust in your new community)
Like military service, transition and community integration is a family affair and Boots2Roots is committed to working with you and your spouse.
We call you Teammates, not clients, because it is a team effort to make your transition to Maine a success!