Every Veteran's Transition Journey Is Different

FourBlock cohorts are offered during the spring and fall program terms, with specific dates varying by location.

In person: Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Colorado, National Capital Region, New York City, San Antonio, Seattle and Tampa.

On base: Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Virtual: Central, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, West, Dallas–Fort Worth and Texas.

Targeted programs: Military Spouse Career Readiness Program and Global Veteran Program.

Applicants select their preferred term, format and location during the application process. Final cohort placement is based on eligibility, availability and program fit.

The Veteran Career Readiness Program is a ten-week experience that combines career readiness curriculum, coaching, networking, and direct employer engagement. Participants move through a structured learning journey focused on translating military experience into civilian opportunity while building the skills, confidence, and connections needed for long-term career success.

The curriculum is designed around FourBlock's Core Six outcomes: Clarity, Confidence, Community, Career Readiness, Career Mobility, and Economic Mobility.

Participants develop a deeper understanding of their strengths, values, and career interests while building practical skills in networking, personal branding, interviewing, salary negotiation, and professional relationship building. The goal is not simply to prepare for a job search, but to prepare for a successful civilian career.

The program runs for ten weeks and combines weekly classroom sessions, networking opportunities, employer engagement, and independent career development activities.

Participants should expect to invest several hours each week both inside and outside of class as they build relationships, engage with employer partners, and work toward their career goals.

FourBlock is an employer-embedded career readiness program.

Throughout the semester, participants engage directly with professionals, hiring leaders, and executives from leading companies across a variety of industries. Rather than learning about careers in theory, participants gain firsthand insight into industries, career pathways, and workplace cultures while expanding their professional network.

In addition to the weekly curriculum, participants gain access to FourBlock's broader career readiness ecosystem. Throughout the semester, you'll have opportunities to attend Industry Pathways Events, engage with employer partners, connect with alumni, and participate in local networking and community Meetups.

These experiences provide valuable exposure to different industries, career paths, and employers while helping you expand your professional network beyond the classroom. Whether you're exploring career options, building relationships, or seeking industry-specific insights, these opportunities are designed to support your transition and long-term career growth.

Graduation is the beginning of your FourBlock journey, not the end.

Participants join a national alumni community of thousands of veterans and military spouses and gain continued access to networking opportunities, Industry Pathways Events, employer engagement opportunities, local Meetup events, and professional development resources.

The goal is to create lasting community and career mobility that extends well beyond the ten-week program experience.

Yes!  We have a program for you.  FourBlock’s Military Spouse Career Mobility Program is a free, 10-week virtual experience that helps military spouses gain career clarity, communicate their value, build professional connections, and create a practical plan for what comes next. See our Military Spouse Programs.