Unlock Your Potential: Free, Personalized Mentorship

Average Starting Salary for Veterans who use ACP is $90,000+
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You likely know the axiom that when something is too good to be true, it probably is – but in the case of American Corporate Partners, the product matches the promise. ACP provides free yearlong, customized mentorships to Post-9/11 Veterans, transitioning service members, and Active-Duty Military Spouses. 

Thanks to recent generous donations, we are excited to welcome 345 tri-state Protégés to our no-cost Veteran and Spouse Mentoring Program. If you meet our program criteria and live in the tri-state, you are invited to apply today to receive tailored assistance and support!

ACP Protégés attest to the value a mentorship adds to their professional journey. Calvin Davies, a former U.S. Navy Lieutenant, transitioned out of the Navy in 2024 and secured a position at a prestigious investment firm with the support of his ACP Mentor. 

“I really appreciate having Sean as a resource I can bounce things off of, as this is my first time going through this [civilian hiring] process,” says Davies of his Mentor. The dedicated pair met every two weeks, refining Davies’ résumé, discussing the application process, and developing his interviewing skills.

Davies is one of more than 5,100 Protégés currently in an active mentorship with ACP, which hand-selects a volunteer Mentor for each participant and provides customized support throughout the entire year. 

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ACP is committed to addressing issues of unemployment and underemployment in the military community. We are the only program providing high-touch, tailored guidance from industry professionals. We aim to boost financial stability, career satisfaction, and confidence among Veterans, transitioning service members, and Military Spouses.

Former U.S. Army Reserve Specialist Jenny Saul shares how working with an ACP Mentor far exceeded her initial expectations. “I was fortunate to receive guidance from the [ACP] coordinator to select the right Mentor,” says Saul. “Beyond… polishing my résumé and guiding me through various career opportunities, [my Mentor Marcie] has helped me grow as a person and a professional.”

Saul also benefited from specialized programming and events designed to meet the specific needs of our women Veterans. As part of our commitment to Protégés across many demographics, our staff speaks individually with each new Protégé to facilitate an appropriate Mentor match and to ensure we provide the right resources for a successful mentorship.

Saul attests to the importance of ACP’s personal approach and the value of working with the right Mentor. “Under Marcie's guidance, I've gained confidence and a renewed sense of self-worth during turbulent transitions at work,” she says. “Simply put, Marcie has been my lifeline on numerous occasions.”

How to Get Started:

Visit ACP’s Website and fill out a brief application. Answer questions about your career goals, military experience, and mentoring preferences. 

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What to Expect After Applying:

  • ACP will reach out within one business day to schedule a 15-minute phone call to ask a few more questions and ensure the right Mentor match.
  • ACP will introduce you to a Mentor within a few weeks of your application to the program and will check in throughout the year to provide customized resources and ensure positive outcomes. 98% of Veterans would recommend ACP.
  • ACP’s weekly LinkedIn Live series connects Veterans directly to partner companies and hiring managers.
  • ACP’s LinkedIn group, ACP Connects, offers employment opportunities from military-ready employers and professional development resources.
  • ACP’s Small Business program, ACP Ventures, offers resources, support, and community for Veterans interested in entrepreneurship. 

Since our founding in 2008, ACP has helped more than 36,000 Veterans and Active Duty Military Spouses achieve their civilian career goals. We invite all tri-state Active-Duty Spouses and Veterans or transitioning service members to take advantage of this valuable program! Apply today, and an ACP associate will connect with you within one business day to begin the onboarding process. 

Interested in becoming a Mentor? 

If you have 10+ years of post-military work experience and are suited to provide career advice, ACP always seeks enthusiastic mentors who can commit an hour a month. Sign up at https://www.acp-usa.org/mentor.

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