Overcoming age as a barrier to employment: how a Veteran found her dream job with the right support

On September 2, 2025, Rebecca Kaas, a Minnesota Veterans Employment Representative, enrolled Angela, a 60-year-old U.S. Army Veteran, into the Minnesota Veterans Employment Program. Angela came with an impressive background: a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a master’s in organizational management with an emphasis in human resources, over 30 years of leadership experience, and more than 13 years in human resources. Despite her qualifications, Angela faced a significant internal barrier—her age.

Angela feared that hiring managers might overlook her in favor of younger, less experienced candidates. “I was afraid they’d see me as too old,” she shared. But with Rebecca’s guidance, that fear began to fade.

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