We’ve always believed that veterans are among the most skilled and educated groups in the workforce and an invaluable asset to any organization. It’s why we’ve always gone above and beyond to ensure that veterans belong at Oracle.
Now, we’ve been recognized as a 2024 VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer. It’s a huge honor—and one that proves our commitment to veterans and the military-connected community.
Extraordinary efforts
“The extraordinary efforts of Oracle to hire, retain and support veterans and the military-connected community have earned the organization one of our highest awards,” said George Altman, president of VETS Indexes.
“Competition for the VETS Indexes Employer Awards was tougher than ever in 2024, as a record number of organizations participated. Even with hundreds of employers in the running, the veterans program at Oracle stood out from the rest. Congratulations to Oracle on this outstanding achievement!” Altman said.
Empowering veteran growth
VETS Indexes is a leading voice on veteran employment issues and hosts the twice-yearly Employing US Vets Conference. A VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer is a company that has proven beyond doubt its commitment to hiring, retaining, and supporting veteran employees. These employers are recognized by the US Department of Labor for their efforts in empowering veteran careers.
In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, Oracle strives to create a culture that welcomes veterans and makes the most of their unique values and experiences. This includes access to a wide range of additional training and resources.
It’s all part of demonstrating our appreciation for the sacrifices made by veterans and their families, while encouraging collaboration between all our people.
Making the cut
A record 344 organizations participated in the awards this year. Competitors consisted of large and small companies, government agencies and departments, non-profits, colleges, and universities. Not everyone made the cut, but those that did demonstrated tangible dedication to veteran growth.
The in-depth survey analyzed and rated employer policies, practices, and outcomes in detail, across five main categories:
- Veteran job candidate recruiting and hiring
- Veteran employee development and retention
- Veteran-inclusive policies and culture
- Support for members of the National Guard and Reserves
- Military spouse and family support
Honoring service
To earn a five-star rating, Oracle needed to impress in all five areas. In doing so, we proved that we understand the unique challenges veterans face when transitioning back to civilian life. We also demonstrated our commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive workplace that honors service.
It’s a commitment goes beyond just hiring veteran candidates; it also includes providing resources such as additional training and educational opportunities so they can reach their full professional potential.
Our dedicated programs run the full range of veteran experiences, from workplace transitions to specific career path development.
- Department of Defense SkillBridge introduces veterans to corporate life with an introduction to fields including engineering, consultancy, and leadership.
- Oracle Veteran Internship Program (OVIP) is a quarter-long internship with hands-on training in technology, data, logistics, HR, and sales.
- SuiteVets helps the military community find their feet in the corporate world and launch successful technology careers as part of NetSuite.
- Oracle VetTech Academy is a 12-week program that puts participants right in the heart of our cutting-edge cloud infrastructure team in a full-time position.
- Sales for Veterans jumpstarts sales careers by teaching the fundamentals of sales strategy as part of a working sales team.
- Forging communities
While training matters to professional success, it’s not the only factor. Without a strong culture and support from likeminded people, veteran potential wouldn’t be able to take root at Oracle the way it has. That’s where our employee resource groups (ERGs) come in—specifically the Military Affiliated Veteran Employee Network (MAVEN).
Our ERGs are powerful forces for representation and change, and MAVEN is no different. This tightknit group of people supercharges veteran career potential at Oracle with mentorship and networking opportunities that put veterans in command of their careers. It’s also vital to providing a support network for making those ambitions come true.
We strive for growth in everything we do—especially when it comes to supporting our people. That’s why Oracle’s designation as a 5 Star Employer is not only cause for celebration but also the perfect opportunity to reaffirm our dedication to fostering a workplace where veterans thrive.
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