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Everything you need to plan your transition from Naval Station Great Lakes in North Chicago, IL. Local job market, VA resources, and IL veteran benefits.
ACTIVE DUTY
20,000
TOTAL COMMUNITY
30,000
MAJOR UNITS
2
TAP OFFICE
Yes
The Chicago, IL metro area is the local job market for veterans transitioning from Naval Station Great Lakes. Many veterans choose to stay in the area due to established community ties.
Explore civilian career paths for Navy occupations commonly found at Naval Station Great Lakes.
Start your VA disability claim before or after separating from Naval Station Great Lakes. File a Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) claim 90-180 days before separation for faster processing.
Use our free toolkit to translate your MOS, build your civilian resume, track VA claims, and explore Illinois benefits — all in one place.