Career Services

Career Services & Family Employment Readiness Program (FERP)

The Family Employment Readiness Program (FERP) at NAWS China Lake supports Sailors and family members in building meaningful, sustainable careers. Whether you are entering the workforce, changing fields, or navigating employment during a PCS move, FERP provides personalized guidance, job search tools, and professional development resources to help you succeed.

Employment Support & Services

FERP offers one-on-one employment assistance and a variety of workshops designed to strengthen your job search and career planning skills. Services include:

  • Individual career counseling by appointment
  • Resume writing and federal resume guidance
  • Job search strategies and networking support
  • Interview preparation and techniques
  • Career planning and goal setting


New OPM Hiring Policy for Military Spouses

Military spouses now have expanded access to federal employment opportunities under a new Office of Personnel Management (OPM) hiring policy. The policy allows agencies to appoint eligible military spouses to temporary, term, or permanent civil service positions. To qualify, spouses must be currently married to an active-duty or injured service member at the time of appointment.

For more information, review the Federal News Network article or download the official OPM policy document.