As the largest employer in the nation, the federal government is able to offer exceptional retirement benefits, which includes a comprehensive retirement package known as the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).
FERS is a three-tiered system that includes your Social Security benefits, a Thrift Spending Plan that works like a 401(k), and the FERS pension plan built from contributions you make with each paycheck. This package is second to none when it comes to helping you be ready for the rest and relaxation you will have earned at the end of your career.
When you retire, you’ll receive monthly payments for the rest of your life, based on your salary and how long you worked for VA, and you can be eligible for retirement from VA in as little as 5 years.
FERS is particularly beneficial to Veterans looking to continue their careers. Military service is creditable for federal retirement purposes, which can impact not only how quickly you can retire, but also how much you receive from FERS upon retirement. So, really, can you afford to skip over all the opportunities VA has to offer Veterans and transitioning military personnel?
Work at VA
Retirement may be a long way off, but there’s no reason you shouldn’t plan ahead, especially with the support you can earn working at VA. Learn more at VA Careers.
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