Army & Air Force Exchange Service Offers Jobs for Veterans, Spouses, and Family Members Worldwide

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Military affairs
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Army & Air Force Exchange Service HQ
Military AffairsOfficial statement

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What
Military Affairs
Who
Army & Air Force Exchange Service HQ
When
Nov 10, 2026 at 6:45 PM UTC

Official Statements

  • Army & Air Force Exchange Service HQ, November 10: “DALLAS — Veterans, military spouses and family members https://flic.kr/p/2sMaRLp (AAFES, the Exchange) this National Veterans and Military Families Month.

    As the Department of War’s largest retailer, the Exchange connects the military community with careers that offer stability, growth and opportunities to serve those who serve. The Exchange recruits, hires and retains Veterans, military spouses and family members whose experience, resilience and dedication strengthen its mission.

    “Our heroes understand the meaning of service, sacrifice and commitment,” said Chief Master Sgt. Angela Holden, the Exchange’s senior enlisted advisor, noting that 45% of the Exchange’s workforce is made up of Veterans, military spouses and family members. “Their experience and dedication strengthen our workforce and our ability to serve Warfighters around the world. The Exchange is honored to provide opportunities for them to make a difference while building rewarding careers.”

    The Exchange offers hiring preferences for eligible Veterans and military spouses and with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that may include: · Medical and dental coverage. · Paid vacation and sick leave. · Flexible schedules. · Retirement may include traditional pension and 401(k) savings options. · Benefits depend on position and eligibility. Veterans who join the Exchange as full-time associates may receive credit for qualifying military service toward retirement eligibility, providing an additional pathway to long-term financial security.

    Career continuity for military spouses

    The Exchange’s Associate Transfer Program helps spouses continue their careers when relocating with their service members during permanent changes of station. The program supports spouses in pursuing career advancement and allowing them to maintain benefits.

    “Supporting military families means creating opportunities that extend beyond the next duty assignment,” Holden said. “Through career development, hiring preferences and employment continuity programs, we’re helping Veterans and military spouses build lasting careers while strengthening the communities they call home.”

    How to apply for Exchange careers

    With career opportunities at military installations across the United States and in more than 30 countries and territories, the Exchange offers Veterans, military spouses and family members the chance to turn their connection to the military into a rewarding career.

    Veterans, military spouses and others interested in joining the Exchange team can explore worldwide opportunities at ApplyMyExchange.com.

    Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service has gone where Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 60th-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In FY 2025, the Exchange generated $307 million for military Quality-of-Life programs. In the last 10 years, the Exchange has generated $2.4 billion in dividends to Quality-of-Life programs. The Exchange is a nonappropriated fund entity of the Department of War and is directed by a Board of Directors. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http://www.shopmyexchange.com or follow us on X at https://x.com/shopmyexchange.

    Media Notes: For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Marcia Rhodes, 214-312-5004 or rhodesm@aafes.com.

    Follow the Exchange: Facebook: www.facebook.com/shopmyexchange X: https://twitter.com/shopmyexchange Instagram: @shopmyexchange”

Source: Army & Air Force Exchange Service HQ

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