MCCS Family Member Employment Assistance Program

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Family Member Employment Assistance Program
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7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
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The Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) supports military spouses and dependent family members with career readiness tools, resources, and services.
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Eligibility & How to Get Started
Eligibility, Services, and Support
The Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) is designed to provide support and resources to family members, including spouses, of military service members to help them pursue and sustain meaningful employment despite the challenges of the military lifestyle.
Eligibility, Services, and Support
Eligibility
The primary beneficiaries of the Family Member Assistance Program (FMEAP):
Military spouses of active-duty service members.
Dependent family member of active-duty service members.
FMEAP can also assist:
Veterans and family members of veterans
DOD civilians and family members of DOD civilians
Active Duty Service Members as referred by the Transition Readiness Program (TRP)
Getting Started
Connect with your local installation’s FMEAP office. This will allow you to schedule an introductory meeting and learn more about the program. Both In-person and virtual meetings are available.
Attend FMEAP workshops. Many installations offer workshops or seminars on topics like resume building, interview techniques, and job search strategies.
Register for the Military Spouse Employment Partnership. If you're interested in portable career opportunities, this program is essential. Registration can provide you with access to a network of employer partners.
Explore MyCAA. If you're eligible and interested in pursuing further education, start the application process for the MyCAA scholarship.
Stay engaged. Join the FMEAP mailing list or social media groups to stay updated on upcoming events, job fairs, and other opportunities.
Available Services
Career Advising & Coaching
Education, Entrepreneurial & Training Resources
Individual Career Assessment & Planning
Interviewing Skills
Job Search Strategies
Resume Assistance
Salary Negotiations
Volunteer & Skills Development
Career Workshops
To schedule and appointment, either in-person, or virtual, please send an email to:
MCBB_FMEAP@USMC.MIL
Program Resources
Military Spouse Education & Career Opportunities (MySECO)
The Department of Defense Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program provides Education and career guidance to military spouses worldwide and offers comprehensive resources and tools.
My Career Advancement Account Scholarship Program (MyCAA)
The My Career Advancement Account Scholarship is a workforce development program that provides up to $4,000 in financial assistance to eligible military spouses.
Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP)
The Military Spouse Employment Partnership connects military spouses with hundreds of partner employers who have committed to recruit, hire, promote and retain military spouses.
Military Spouse Licensure Reimbursement (MSLR)
If your career requires a professional license or certification, you may be eligible for up to $1,000 in reimbursement for licensure and certification costs resulting from relocations within the United States or from OCONUS to stateside.
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Spouse’s Transition and Readiness Seminar (S.T.A.R.S)
This workshop is designed to provide support and resources for military spouses as they navigate various aspects of transition, particularly during periods of relocation or when their service member is transitioning out of the military. Contact the FMEAP office for workshop availability in your area.
Contact Information and Resources
Family Member Employment Assistance Program
Camp Foster Library

Bldg. 5679
2nd Floor Room 15
Camp Foster, Okinawa
Phone:
098-970-5074
DSN:
645-5074
OCONUS Base Phone:
315-645-5074
Email:
MCBB_FMEAP@USMC.MIL
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Hours of operation:
Hours
Mon–Fri
7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sat–Sun
CLOSED
Closed Federal Holidays
Holiday Hours
Downloads
2026 STARS Schedule
2026 Resume Workshop Schedule
2026 Fed. Gov. Employment Workshop Schedule
2026 Civilian Employment Bootcamp Workshop Schedule
2026 Ace the Interview Workshop Schedule
2026 LinkedIn Basics Workshop Schedule
Employment Resources
MCCS Civilian Careers (usmc-mccs.org)
USAJOBS - The Federal Government's official employment site
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