GE Healthcare Expands Skillbridge Program for Military Personnel
United States, Sunday, 2 March 2025.
GE Healthcare’s Skillbridge program offers military personnel pathways into civilian biomedical careers through internships, enhancing technical skills and aiding transitions from service to healthcare roles.
Program Structure and Implementation
The Skillbridge initiative, announced on March 1, 2025, represents a strategic partnership between GE Healthcare and the military sector, offering specialized internship opportunities in biomedical equipment technologies [1][2]. The program structure focuses specifically on transitioning service members, providing them with hands-on experience in civilian healthcare settings while leveraging their existing technical expertise [1].
Industry Impact and Career Pathways
The healthcare industry benefits significantly from this military-to-civilian transition program, as demonstrated by broader hiring initiatives in the sector. According to recent employment data, 74% of candidates from similar military transition programs advance to subsequent hiring stages [3]. The program particularly emphasizes biomedical equipment specialization, creating a direct pathway for veterans to apply their military technical training in civilian healthcare settings [2].
Nationwide Implementation and Support
GE Healthcare has strategically positioned this program across multiple locations, including Arkansas and Tennessee [1][4], working in conjunction with organizations that specialize in military community employment transitions [3]. The initiative aligns with broader national efforts to create economic opportunities for service members, veterans, and military spouses, while simultaneously strengthening America’s healthcare workforce [3].