SkillBridge Locator

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The SkillBridge Locator maps Department of War (DoW) SkillBridge internships and employer-managed listings across the United States, so transitioning servicemembers can find programs near their current base, near where they're PCSing, or fully remote.

As of July 20, 2026, CareerPCS's published base guides cover 2,194 distinct SkillBridge programs from 1,343 organizations within 50 miles of 43 installations across 21 states. The directory also includes 2,075 remote and nationwide programs.

CareerPCS combines employer-managed opportunities with listings sourced from the official DoW SkillBridge directory. DoW-sourced listings are limited to postings DoW marked active at our latest check — refreshed nightly, last checked July 20, 2026. The verified badge marks a listing an employer actively manages here; unbadged listings may be employer-posted or sourced from the DoW directory. Start and track applications through CareerPCS. Search by keyword or location, and filter by industry, program length, delivery method, and listing source.

King County Sheriff's Office

King County Sheriffs Office

Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA

Summary description:

The goal of the King County Sheriff’s Office SkillBridge Program is to provide service members with an opportunity to gain valuable work experience through structured criminal justice training within the King County Sheriff’s Office by:• Learning and participating in simulated Sheriff’s deputy tasks.• Developing an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a Sheriff’s deputy.• Participating in training that introduces the fundamentals of law enforcement, with the opportunity to attend the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) and ultimately become a commissioned Deputy Sheriff with the King County Sheriff’s Office.

Job description:

All deputies begin their careers on patrol. Jail service is not required. Our deputies gain a strong sense of ownership in their communities by interacting with the residents, business owners, and visitors in the area. Job duties include, but are not limited to:Patrol a designated area of the county and respond to calls for service.Interview victims and witnesses, secure and gather evidence.Complete all administrative tasks such as incident and arrest reports.Investigate family disputes and reports of maltreatment of children. Respond to calls of service involving persons with social or behavioral problems.Be a resource to the community and seek opportunities to participate in community activities. Testify in court and present facts and observations accurately and objectively.

Training locations varies around King County. BLEA is in the city of Burien.

Eligibility factors:

All Services

This program follows the King County Sheriff’s Office entry-level hiring process and procedures, providing service members the opportunity to join the agency while completing pre-BLEA training, the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA), and post-BLEA training. Upon successful completion of BLEA and the SkillBridge Program, participants will receive an offer for employment as a fully commissioned King County Sheriff’s Deputy.

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