Operation Double Eagle
Improving Warrior Quality of Life through workforce development and employment
Overview
Veteran Workforce Development
Operation Double Eagle is a 9-week skills development program in Augusta, GA that connects veterans and transitioning active-duty service members to a network of employers seeking “job-ready” veterans for nationwide career opportunities.
Recruit
We actively recruit veterans with barriers to employment through our network of partners, transitioning active-duty military, and government agencies.
Train
We are partnering with Augusta Technical College for veterans to earn credit hours using certified instructors via classroom and lab application education
Made possible by a grant from The Bob Woodruff Foundation, the Double Eagle Performance Center is a dynamic worksite for veterans to gain valuable skills through a hands-on learning program.
Deploy
Warrior Program
Rediscover Your Warrior
The Warrior Cohorts include up to 15 participants and are scheduled throughout the year. Applicants are selected based on a rigorous selection process and availability. The education and training program offers the following opportunity:
Accredited Education
Participants will receive free classroom education and achieve Augusta Tech’s Golf Turf and Landscape Specialist certificate. Courses include Horticulture Science, Turf Management, Irrigation, Pesticide, and Golf Course maintenance.
Real World Application
The Double Eagle Performance Center provides a working facility to apply design, construction, renovation, and maintenance skills. Veterans, as individuals and teams, will take on clearly defined projects, working to solve real-time challenges.
Employment Network
Warrior Cohorts are scheduled four times a year. We are always accepting applications.
Warrior Endorsements
“Some of us have disabilities and invisible wounds and we have our little quirks on what we can do and what we can't. There's no judgment and total support in Operation Double Eagle.”
“This program helped encourage me to continue my education. I never would have thought at my age that I would be a college student.”
“I finally found something I'm decent at and I enjoy, veterans looking out for veterans, there's nothing really better than that.”
“Teamwork, sharing knowledge and good laughs. You have no idea how good this is for my mind at this time in my life.”
“It’s been a wonderful opportunity being around like-minded veterans again and having immediate employment choices.”
“The program helped me to get back to military style education. Learning in class and training on basic skills helped me rediscover my passion.”
Build Your Veteran
Workforce Today!
Warriors are our greatest assets. They provide a workforce that brings military ethos to your company – leadership, strategic thinking, work ethic, and a commitment to excellence.
Hire Veterans
Hire skilled “job ready” veterans to secure highly productive and dedicated employees.
Job Certified
Program graduates achieve technical college accredited certificates and state-specific certifications.
Expert-Trained
Certified instructors and industry experts deliver academic and hands-on skills training.
Compliance
Achieve Department of Labor EEO1 and ADA requirements for hiring veterans and people with disabilities.
Media
Operation Double
Eagle Stories
Looking for a great new career?
We’re currently seeking veterans who are looking to jumpstart their success on a new career track.