Veterans & Active Duty

Copperas Cove is proud to support those who serve. Located in the heart of Central Texas and adjacent to Fort Hood, we offer a strong network of transition support, employment resources, and military-connected programs designed to help Veterans and Active Duty personnel successfully move into the civilian workforce.

Specialized Support Programs

Our selection of specialized programs offers support to veterans, service members, and military spouses to find resources and connections to excel in today’s competitive job market. 

Hiring Our Heroes

A program of the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Hiring Our Heroes provides career services, including hiring events, fellowships, and professional development opportunities.

• 12-week professional fellowships

• National career summits

• Direct connection to Fortune 500 companies

Heroes Make America

Heroes Make America offers integrated certification and career-readiness training for manufacturing careers, partnering directly with employers to prepare participants for in-demand roles.

• Industry-recognized manufacturing certifications

• Career-readiness training

• Placement with top-tier industrial employers

Hire Cove

Hire Cove, a program of the Copperas Cove EDC, is designed to bridge the gap between local employers and career seekers. 

• Annual Hiring Event

• Workforce Workshops

• Active Online Community

Troops Into Transportation

Troops Into Transportation is a military-focused training program based in Copperas Cove that helps transitioning service members and veterans move into civilian careers in commercial trucking. Operated through TransForce and The CDL School, the program provides hands-on CDL training paired with direct pathways to employment in the transportation industry. 

• Class A CDL classroom and behind-the-wheel training

• Assistance using the GI Bill and Veteran Readiness & Employment benefits

• Job placement support with national and regional carriers