Ruddershift

In nautical terms, the command "shift your rudder" means to bring the rudder from left rudder to the same degrees of right rudder and vice versa, without changing the speed at which you're moving forward. The transition from military to civilian life can be seen in much the same way - still moving forward, but changing course to a new destination. In this transition - a ruddershift - it is crucial that servicemembers have the support of trusted partners, mentors, and advocates to help navigate their journey. The DOD SkillBridge program allows companies to come alongside these servicemembers to provide guidance and mentorship while at the same time gaining early access to an exceptional talent pool to augment their workforce. Ruddershift is led by a retired US Navy Sailor and subject matter expert on the DOD SkillBridge program and organizational development. Our team understands the importance of collaboration between industry partners, the Department of Defense, and the military services in maximizing the potential of the SkillBridge program. We provide consultation, guidance, and assistance in navigating the DOD and service approval processes to remove barriers for companies interested in becoming approved SkillBridge providers. We serve all companies, organizations, and industries and are also well-versed in requirements for federal contractors looking for cleared talent. We invite you to connect and explore ways you can get involved.