Helping the veteran and military community find meaningful opportunities in today’s digital economy.
Putting our veteran and military community to work | Microsoft Military Affairs works to inspire the veteran community to transform their lives through meaningful opportunities in today’s digital economy. At Microsoft, we’re passionate about the work our veteran community does, and we’ve taken a holistic approach to supporting them through their journey – from active duty to veterans, Reserves, and Guard. Microsoft’s veteran commitment takes many forms – from career training programs and hiring efforts to ongoing community and citizenship activities.
The application window for our October 3, 2022 – February 9, 2023 MSSA cohorts is now LIVE from May 16 through May 30 (1700 PST)! Apply at https://aka.ms/mssaapplication.
To learn more, review our MSSA Core program brochure, watch a Virtual Brief, review FAQs, or reach out to MSSAops@microsoft.com for more information.
(October 2020) UPDATE : Microsoft is committed to the safety and health of our students, staff members, partners, and community. In late March, we moved all MSSA program training to virtual instruction and we continue to monitor the guidance surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic to determine any necessary shifts to our programs.
MSSA Program
Microsoft Software and Systems Academy (MSSA) provides transitioning service members and veterans, including those with clearance, with critical career skills required for today’s growing technology industry.
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"I work for a learning organization with a growth mindset. My boss changed my life with one phone call when he hired me. I’m pretty proud of the changes I’ve made and I am helping my family live a good life."
Jorge Cubero, MSSA Graduate
Stories
Honoring Veteran service, throughout their careers
Nov 12, 2021When you have veterans on your team, you can count on them to build bridges and find a way to make things happen. By applying their military training, they are provided, or skills they already possess, they can quickly assess, analyze, and address any situation, using whatever resources are at hand.
MSSA Grads Give Back: the spirit of service that defines veterans’ impact
Nov 11, 2021Honoring our veterans is not just a Veterans Day remembrance for many Microsoft employees, but rather a year-round commitment to demonstrating appreciation and thanks by giving back to our military servicemembers. We have talked before about why mentors are pillars of Microsoft Software and Systems Academy (MSSA), and essential to helping students succeed. This Veterans […]
MSSA Grads Give Back: Leveraging tech to create community
Oct 28, 2021Value of a Veteran: Taking on Imposter Syndrome We count on servicemembers to be confident and unafraid to move forward towards any challenge, which they are well trained to do. When put into a technical training classroom for the first time and needing to absorb lots of technical information in a relatively short time, it […]
Accessibility, flexibility and more mileage from the GI Bill: Here’s what participants value most about MSSA’s all-virtual, tuition-free format
Jun 1, 2021Recently we conducted a survey of current students to understand how the virtual, tuition-free format is affecting their success in the program. Here are the top benefits we heard.
We Are the Mighty | Transitioning? Microsoft can help.
May 18, 2021Every year, an estimated 200,000 veterans leave the military for new civilian lives. For many of them, getting a job is the first and most important step. As they look to new civilian careers, many veterans find it challenging to directly apply the skills attained in service to their new civilian careers — making underemployment just as big a problem as unemployment.
Why mentors are pillars of MSSA—and essential to helping students succeed
Jun 29, 2020Mentorship has always been a pillar of MSSA because we know how important it is to take a holistic approach to supporting members of the military transitioning to the civilian workforce.
Microsoft Software and Systems Academy transitions to virtual instruction during COVID-19 outbreak
Mar 24, 2020Microsoft is committed to the safety and health of our Microsoft Software and Systems Academy (MSSA) students, staff members, partners and community.
New data shows a promising change in perceptions toward hiring veterans. That’s worth celebrating.
Nov 11, 2019Microsoft Military Affairs worked with YouGov on a nationwide survey, which uncovered some very interesting insights and shows how attitudes have evolved when it comes to hiring veterans,
Former Marine builds high-tech career on his love of learning
Jan 13, 2017A passion for hands-on learning about technology launched Jorge Cubero’s cloud computing career at Microsoft when he transitioned from the Marine Corps.
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