A life-changing path: how this veteran found success beyond service
MONTEREY, CA - Veterans to Naval Careers (VNC) alumnus Forest Shaner highlighted the critical value of internship experience for transitioning veterans during an interview at the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) in November 2024. Reflecting on his time with VNC, Shaner shared, “The application of engineering and the theory of engineering can be very different… so I learned a lot more practical skills.” Through its partnership with academic institutions like NPS, VNC connects veterans pursuing STEM degrees with internships that provide hands-on, industry-relevant experience. These opportunities equip veterans with practical skills and open pathways to sustainable, impactful careers.