Show-Me Heroes Program (On-the-Job Training)
Employer receives 50% wage reimbursement for up to 1,040 hours when hiring an eligible veteran.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Employment — Missouri
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Missouri
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Show-Me Heroes Program (On-the-Job Training)?
Show-Me Heroes Program (On-the-Job Training) is a Missouri employment benefit for veterans, spouses. Employer receives 50% wage reimbursement for up to 1,040 hours when hiring an eligible veteran.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Missouri residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Honorably discharged veteran within 5 years of discharge, or spouse of currently deployed or recently discharged veteran. Position must be permanent, full-time (32+ hours/week).
Employer must participate in E-Verify. Contact nearest Missouri Job Center or call 888-728-5627.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: jobs.mo.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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