Need a job and don't know where to start? Sometimes it pays off to search smarter, not harder. Below are 23 companies actively hiring veterans. They represent a diverse set of industries, including telecommunications, aerospace engineering, banking and beverage production. What's more, each company featured is looking for applicants to fill a diverse array of positions. There aren't any guarantees, but why not reach out to a company that actually values your military service?
A+E Networks: A+E Networks, LLC, is an award-winning global media content company offering consumers a diverse communications environment ranging from television networks to websites, to home videos/DVDs, to gaming and educational software.
Aerojet Rocketdyne: Aerojet Rocketdyne is a world-recognized aerospace and defense leader providing propulsion and energetics to its space, missile defense, strategic, tactical missile and armaments customers throughout domestic and international markets.
AmerisourceBergen: AmerisourceBergen is driving innovative partnerships with global manufacturers, providers and pharmacies to improve product access and efficiency throughout the health-care supply chain.
Bankers: With more than 200 branch sales offices across the country, Bankers Life and Casualty has more than 4,800 agents who live and work in the communities they serve.
Capital One: We're an innovative Fortune 500 company and a top-10 bank with a range of opportunities, a diverse network of talented colleagues, challenging projects and a focus on collaboration.
Chenega: Chenega is a premier government and commercial services provider to the security, health care, information technology (IT), environmental, military operations and construction industries.
Chevron: At Chevron, we are relentlessly focused on producing safe, reliable energy now and for the future. How are we doing it? By applying the energy we have most in abundance: human energy.
CNH Industrial: As one of the world's leading producers of agricultural and construction equipment, CNH's mission is to maximize the success of its customers by supplying innovative products and services worldwide.
Comcast: At Comcast, we know what it means to serve. Thousands of veterans from all walks of former military life have transitioned to the corporate world by joining our diverse team of talented, passionate and driven professionals.
Dell: We're actively recruiting the next generation of movers, shakers and innovators, and we think your military experience fits the bill.
DynCorp International: At DynCorp International, we recognize the experience and dedication that veterans contribute to our business -- as employees, business partners and suppliers.
Farmers Insurance: Farmers Insurance® is one of America's best-known and most respected organizations. With career opportunities in claims, customer service and more, we offer professional growth and great benefits in a culture that supports and values achievement.
Hertz: At Hertz, we share the military's values of discipline, hard work and dedication. Start your civilian career with a company that can provide endless opportunity and a career path that lets you choose where you want to be.
Johnson Controls: Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader that serves customers in more than 150 countries. Our 162,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles.
Lockheed Martin: Bring your skills, knowledge and integrity to the company that values veterans. At Lockheed Martin, we integrate systems that keep our nation safe.
Novo Nordisk: You've spent quality time changing the way we serve America. Now help us on the journey to change diabetes. Today, we are thousands of employees across the world with the passion, skills and commitment to continue this journey to prevent, treat and ultimately cure diabetes.
Office Depot: Formed by the merger of Office Depot and OfficeMax in November 2013, Office Depot Inc. is a leading global provider of products, services and solutions for every workplace -- whether your workplace is an office, home, school or car.
PepsiCo: PepsiCo offers the world's largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands, including 22 different product lines that generate more than $1 billion each in annual retail sales.
PMA USA: At Performance Matters Associates (PMA USA), we believe in helping people grow from a position of strength, and that means both our customers and agents.
Securitas: Formerly known as Pinkerton Government Services, Securitas Critical Infrastructure Services', or SCIS', mission is to provide innovative, cost-effective solutions to ensure the safety and security of the assets of the U.S. government, government contractor organizations worldwide, and the energy and petrochemical industries.
Sprint: At Sprint, we value and honor members of the military who serve our country. Sprint is widely recognized for our strong commitment to the military, and we are proud of our military recruitment program, which focuses on hiring veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, as well as active members of the military.
Stericycle: Stericycle Inc., is a global leader in critical and custom services for health-care organizations and commercial businesses. Our solutions focus on solving complex regulatory requirements on behalf of our more than 550,000 customers worldwide.
Tyco: Tyco is a leading provider of security products and services, and fire protection and detection products and services. Each day, our 69,000 employees help make the world safer, more secure and more productive.
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