# On the Job Training

Provider: [Texas A&M University](https://programs.cccareers.org/providers/texas-a-m-university)

- Program type: Job Training
- Branches: All branches
- Format: In person
- Length: 121 - 150 days
- Locations: College Station; Dallas; Fort Worth; Galveston; Washington DC, TX
- Website: https://employees.tamu.edu/SkillBridge/index.html
- Contact: Matt Lockwood, skillbridge@tamu.edu
- Page: https://programs.cccareers.org/programs/texas-a-and-m-university-on-the-job-training-ndaod1

## Summary

To read more about the units within the university that are participating in our SkillBridge Program, please visit the Texas A&M SkillBridge website: https://jobs.tamu.edu/skillbridge.html
The Texas A&M SkillBridge Program is poised to assist the university in becoming the Nation's #1 Veteran Serving University. This distinction is one of the priorities outlined in the University’s 2040 plan.
To view this plan, go here: https://u.tamu.edu/TAMU2040Plan. A steering committee has been created to work toward this distinction, and the SkillBridge Program Director serves on the committee to ensure this program helps set things in motion to achieve this goal.

## Job description

SkillBridge Internship positions are all dependent on availability.New internship positions can be added depending on demand. Our 90–180 day On-The-Job Training (OJT) program (duration varies by branch and rank) provides hands-on, real-world training led by experienced industry professionals. Participants receive structured instruction, coaching, and mentorship while applying skills directly in the workplace to build practical expertise and prepare for civilian career success. Interns are exposed to the same employee training and career development that full-time staff members receive as they work under close supervision of university staff.
Possible Internship Opportunities with Texas A&M:Finance and Business ServicesHuman Resources and Organizational EffectivenessMarketing and CommunicationOffice of the CommandantVeterans' Coaching ProgramEnvironmental Health and SafetyGlobal Health Research Complex (GHRC)National Center for Therapeutics Manufacturing (NCTM)Geographic Information System (GIS)Facilities ManagementIT/Network ManagementTransportation ServicesUniversity Police DepartmentUtility and Energy ServicesGeochemical & Environmental Research Group (GERG)Health Science Center: College of Medicine, School of Public Health, & the School of NursingAggie Construction Management Apprenticeship Program (CMAP)Pharmacy Technician ProgramVeterinarian Technician ProgramService members benefit from networking events and workshops covering topics such as resume writing, interviewing skills, Texas A&M employee benefits, and performance management to complement the guided OJT curated for transitioning service members.
The Pharmacy Technician Program is designed as a cohort-based training plan, and the SkillBridge participant must start at the established cohort date.
Veterinarian Technician Programs require prior experience in this discipline to participate.
There are some exceptions; inquire about those by emailing skillbridge@tamu.edu</p

## Locations

- College Station; Dallas; Fort Worth; Galveston; Washington DC, TX, 77845

Source: public DoD SkillBridge listings via CCC Programs. Confirm details with the provider and your chain of command.
