State Benefit·Minnesota·💼Employment

Recently Separated Veteran Interview Guarantee

Top 5 qualifying recently separated veterans who apply for a state vacancy are guaranteed an interview.

Verified May 12, 2026againstmn.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Employment — Minnesota
Who it's for: Veterans
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Where it applies: Minnesota
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Recently Separated Veteran Interview Guarantee?

Recently Separated Veteran Interview Guarantee is a Minnesota employment benefit for veterans. Top 5 qualifying recently separated veterans who apply for a state vacancy are guaranteed an interview.

Who qualifies

Veterans

Available to any veteran
Minnesota residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Minnesota agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Recently Separated Veteran (RSV) — active service on or after September 11, 2001. Must meet minimum qualifications for the vacancy. The top five qualifying RSV applicants are guaranteed an interview.

Apply through the normal state hiring process and indicate veteran status (DD-214 required).

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: mn.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about Recently Separated Veteran Interview Guarantee

Who qualifies for Recently Separated Veteran Interview Guarantee?▾

Recently Separated Veteran Interview Guarantee is for Veterans; available to any veteran; minnesota residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for Recently Separated Veteran Interview Guarantee?▾

Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

Where can I verify Recently Separated Veteran Interview Guarantee?▾

Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

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