Partner Employment & Career Support (PEAP)

    Partner Employment Assistance Program (PEAP)

    Your partner serves. Your career still matters.

    The Partner Employment Assistance Program (PEAP) is designed to support Defence partners as they navigate employment, career development and workforce participation throughout the unique challenges of military life. Frequent relocations, deployments, career interruptions and family responsibilities can make it difficult to build and maintain a career. PEAP provides personalised, practical and supportive guidance to help Defence partners identify career goals, build confidence, strengthen employability skills and connect with meaningful employment, education and training opportunities.

    Whether you are entering the workforce, returning after a break, changing careers or seeking your next opportunity, IGY6 offers tailored support that recognises your individual circumstances and helps you create a career that can move with you, wherever life takes you.

    Why IGY6?

    Unlike traditional career services, IGY6 understands the unique challenges experienced by Defence families.

    Our team combines lived experience, career development expertise and a practical, person-centred approach to help Defence partners navigate employment, career change and workforce re-entry.

    We understand that career decisions are often influenced by postings, family commitments, service requirements and life transitions. That's why our support is tailored to the individual, not a one-size-fits-all process. 

    Our Career Support Framework 

    At IGY6, we support Defence partners through every stage of their employment journey. 

    Prepare

    Discover your strengths, clarify your goals and explore future career pathways.

    Career Clarity

    For partners who are unsure, stuck or exploring new possibilities.
    Includes:
    • Career direction and goal setting
    • Strengths and transferable skills mapping
    • Values and work preferences
    • Career pathway exploration
    • Education and training options
    • Practical action planning

    Grow

    Build the tools, confidence and strategies needed to secure meaningful employment. 

    Job Ready 

    For partners actively preparing for work opportunities. 
    Includes:
    • Resume review and refinement
    • Cover letter support
    • LinkedIn profile development
    • Job search strategy
    • Application planning
    • Interview preparation
    • STAR examples and mock interview practice

    Transition 

    Navigate career changes, workforce re-entry and new opportunities with confidence. 

    Return to Work

    For partners returning after relocation, parenting, caregiving or career disruption. 
    Includes:
    • Employment gap framing
    • Transferable skills translation
    • Resume refresh
    • Confidence rebuilding
    • Flexible work considerations
    • Return-to-work planning

    Transition

    Navigate career changes, workforce re-entry and new opportunities with confidence.

    Career Transition

    For partners considering a new industry, study pathway, self-employment or career direction.
    Includes:
    • Career options exploration
    • Labour market guidance
    • Skills gap review
    • Training pathways
    • Self-employment considerations
    • Decision-making support
    • Transition planning

    What You Can Expect 

    Through personalised 1:1 support, you may: 

    • Gain clarity about your career direction
    • Build confidence in your skills and experience
    • Strengthen your resume and professional profile 
    • Improve your job application and interview skills 
    • Identify realistic career pathways 
    • Develop a practical action plan 
    • Feel more confident taking your next career step 

    Additional Support Through IGY6

    Career goals are often connected to broader life circumstances. Where appropriate, participants can access information about additional IGY6 services and programs, including:

    • Wellbeing support
    • Peer connection opportunities
    • Advocacy and navigation support
    • Community programs
    • Workshops and events
    • Veteran and family transition programs

    These supports sit outside PEAP-funded career coaching and are offered separately where relevant. 

    How It Works

    1

    Confirm Your PEAP Eligibility

    Apply through Defence and receive approval for eligible employment-related services. 

    2

    Book an Initial Conversation

    We'll discuss your goals, career aspirations and current circumstances. 

    3

    Choose Your Support Pathway

    Together we'll identify the support that best meets your needs. 

    4

    Receive Personalised 1:1 Support

    Work with an experienced career practitioner to build confidence, capability and practical employment tools. 

    5

    Move Forward With Confidence

    Leave with a clearer direction, stronger employment tools and practical next steps. 

    Ready to Take the Next Step? 

    Whether you're returning to work, changing careers, rebuilding confidence after relocation or actively applying for jobs, IGY6 is here to support you.