Updated Course on New Federal Resume Requirement

June 4, 2026 / Matthew Louis /

The federal government recently replaced its traditional federal resume format with a new two-page requirement. And since federal employment remains one of the most attractive post-service career options for veterans and military spouses, I’ve updated Mission Transition Course 6: Federal Resume Basics, based on lessons from my award-winning book Mission Transition.

This revised course includes:
✅ Samples of the government’s new two-page federal resume
✅ Guidance for translating military experience into federal hiring language
✅ Best practices for building or uploading resumes for federal positions
✅ Practical tips to help applicants avoid common mistakes that can prevent them from making the referral list

Whether you’re preparing for military retirement, separating from active duty, or helping others navigate the federal hiring process, this course provides a straightforward roadmap for building a competitive federal resume.

You can view the updated course here: https://youtu.be/1fztmnzeLuc

If you know a transitioning service member, veteran, military spouse, or career coach who may benefit from these resources, please feel free to share.

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Matthew Louis

Matt Louis is one of the nation’s leading experts in career transition for members of the military community. He coaches individuals on their transition efforts and advises employers on hiring programs designed to successfully assimilate this valuable talent pool. He is the author of the award-winning and Amazon best-selling HarperCollins book Mission Transition, a practical guide for veterans in career transition, their families, and their employers. His second book, Hiring Veterans, is an award-winning practical guide for organizational leaders on how to build programs to successfully assimilate veterans and military spouses.

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