DoW Skillbridge
We host a DoW Skillbridge opportunity that is a Training and Development Specialist internship. We are a commercial training company specializing in DoW 8140 IT certification training. The internship provides training in all aspects of a commercial training company, including operations, course delivery, business development and marketing. This internship will prepare servicemembers with the skills to join a training organization or to work within a training division of a corporation.
DoW Skillbridge with ATA, step by step
Confirm your window
Skillbridge runs during your last 180 days of service — confirm command approval.
Choose a career track
Select a cyber, AI or IT training track aligned to your target career.
Complete the paperwork
ATA supports your Skillbridge application and command coordination.
Train before separation
Train full-time with ATA and step out certification-ready.
A working internship — with a trusted employer
Applied Technology Academy is proud to host and sponsor a DoW Skillbridge Internship in our ongoing commitment to support our country's separating and retiring Service members. The DoW Skillbridge program connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences. Skillbridge is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships.
Up to 180 days, full-time, before separation
Separating Service members can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after unit commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) provides written authorization and approval. These industry partners offer real-world training and work experience in in-demand fields of work while having the opportunity to evaluate the Service member's suitability for the work.
Permissive duty
Focus solely on full-time training with an approved industry partner.
Written authorization
First O-4/Field Grade commander in the chain of command approves in writing.
Command support makes the transition
Skillbridge is an excellent benefit for installation and Unit Commanders who have members nearing military separation. Commanders can greatly ease the transition to civilian life by supporting their reports' interest in Skillbridge. When mission permits, Commanders who support Skillbridge participation are helping their personnel transition more seamlessly from service to a civilian career with a trusted employer.
Certification courses our interns choose from
Skillbridge application
Tell us where you are in the process — an ATA Skillbridge coordinator will follow up with next steps, including the commander-authorization paperwork.
- Open to separating Service members of all branches
- One certification course included with the internship
- Real-world work experience with a trusted employer