Somerset Times

Congressman Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey's 7th Congressional District has announced an opportunity for a Veteran, Gold Star family member, or Active-Duty spouse to join his office as part of the Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program. This paid position is set for two years and involves serving as a district representative. The role includes attending local veteran events and meetings on behalf of Congressman Kean and acting as a liaison between constituents and government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense.

The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program aims to provide eligible individuals with employment opportunities within the U.S. House of Representatives, offering hands-on experience and professional exposure to enhance career prospects.

“This is an exciting opportunity for my office to take part in the Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program,” said Congressman Kean. “With tens of thousands of veterans residing across New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, I am committed to strengthening the resources available to them. From the Lyons Center to the VA Cap Center, this role will be vital in supporting those who have served our nation. I look forward to filling this position and encourage all eligible and interested New Jerseyans to apply.”

Candidates must meet specific criteria outlined by G&G CAP. Veterans must have been honorably discharged, released from active duty within the last six years, and at pay grades at or below E-5/O-3/W-2. Veterans receiving a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement Authority retirement are not eligible.

Gold Star Family applicants must be surviving spouses, children/step-children, parents/step-parents, or siblings/step-siblings of veterans who died in the line of duty while serving in the Armed Forces or from a service-connected disability.

Active-Duty Spouses applying must be married to an Active-Duty service member working full-time for the military. Those subject to Title X mobilization are not eligible.

For more information or application details, interested parties are encouraged to seek further instructions.