Getting Started

How to Sign Up

A step-by-step walkthrough to create your BuildEm account, verify your identity, and start connecting with employers.

Good to know: BuildEm is free for candidates. Veterans receive priority access to certain opportunities, but Military Dependents, students, and qualified civilians are welcome too.
STEP 1

Create Your Account

Click "Sign In" then "Register" (or use "Continue with Google"). Enter your email address and choose a secure password. You'll use this to sign in every time you visit BuildEm.

You can register as a Veteran, Military Dependent, student, or qualified civilian candidate.

STEP 2

Verify Your Email

Right after registering, we email you a one-time verification code. Enter that code on the verification screen to confirm your email address and activate your account.

Didn't get the code? Check your spam folder or tap "Resend code" on the verification screen.

STEP 3

Complete Your Profile

Fill in your name, phone number, home address, career interests, and the locations where you want to work. A complete profile is required before you can view and connect with job postings.

The more detail you add — skills, certifications, experience — the better your matches will be.

STEP 4

Get Verified

Veterans are verified through the VA or a BuildEm admin. Military Dependents, students, and civilian candidates are reviewed and approved by our team. Once verified, you unlock full access to opportunities.

You'll see a "Pending Verification" state on postings until your account is approved. This usually takes a short time.

STEP 5

Discover & Connect

Browse the Discover page to see opportunities matched to your profile. When you find a role you like, hit "Connect" to introduce yourself to the employer — no resume blast, just a direct conversation.

Save interesting roles to your Build List, and track every conversation in your Connections page.