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  • November

    Photo of USACE FED employee/SkillBridge intern at construction site.

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Sgt. Brandon J. Sherk

    Sgt. Brandon J. Sherk, recently a SkillBridge intern at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED), was unsure of his career path prior to his military service in the U.S. Army. After completing his internship, Sherk has clarity on his future career.
  • Spc. Jose D. Guerra, a current SkillBridge intern with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District in the Workforce Management Office, shares his experience and insights about transitioning from military to civilian work during an interview on November 4, 2025, at Camp Humphreys, South Korea. Guerra, who joined the Army in 2021 as a Human Resources Specialist, is gaining valuable experience in workforce management to support his future career goals. (U.S. Army photo by Yohan An)

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Spc. Jose D. Guerra

    USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – Spc. Jose D. Guerra, a Human Resources Specialist (42A) in the U.S. Army, is using the SkillBridge Program to bridge the gap between his military experience and his future civilian career. Stationed in South Korea after serving in Texas, California, and Poland, Guerra has seen firsthand how valuable the military’s leadership and structure can be. Now, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED), Guerra is preparing for a career in workforce management and leadership after his transition from the Army.
  • Photos of Job Order Contract construction site.

    UPDATE: $1.6 Million USAG Humphreys Command Group Renovation Continues

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District’s (USACE FED) Project 520595, is continuing the renovations of the first and third floors of Humphreys Command Group, the Plans, Analysis and Integration Office (PAIO) and the Internal Review and Audit Compliance Officer (IRACO).

  • September

    FED employees participate in Operation Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 (UFS25).

    USACE FED delivers mission support in Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 Exercise (UFS25)

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District strengthened readiness in Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 exercise (UFS25) from August 18-28, 2025, at Camp Humphreys and Camp Carroll in South Korea.
  • FED AND MND-DIA employees attend symposium to discuss military construction.

    USACE FED and MND-DIA continue building collaboration through two-day symposium in Seoul

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) and Ministry of National Defense – Defense Installations Agency (MND-DIA) hosted their second joint symposium from Sept. 4-5, 2025, at the MND-DIA headquarters in Seoul, South Korea.

  • August

    Photo of USACE FED SkillBridge intern.

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Staff Sgt. Hanwool Lee

    Staff Sgt. Hanwool Lee was a recent SkillBridge intern at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) in the Information Management Office (IMO). For Lee, born in South Korea and raised in Southern California, there were three reasons why he joined the service: the ability to protect America, to become a citizen and for the career and education opportunities the U.S. Army provides. He now plans to apply his skills from the Army to civilian life.
  • Capt. Joel Albert Padilla, a recent SkillBridge intern at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, previously served as the Construction Manager for the 11th Engineer Battalion. During his time in uniform, he led numerous troop construction efforts including projects at Camp Humphreys. Padilla is pictured promoting a fellow Soldier from second lieutenant to first lieutenant at the project site in December 2024. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Joel Albert Padilla)

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Capt. Joel Albert Padilla

    USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting transitioning service members, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED) participates in the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program. The program offers service members the chance to gain real-world work experience as they prepare for civilian life.

  • July

    FED and MND-DIA employees at a joint symposium.

    USACE FED and MND-DIA build collaboration through two-day symposium at Camp Humphreys

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) and Ministry of National Defense-Defense Installations Agency (MND-DIA) hosted a joint symposium from July 2 -3, 2025, at FED’s headquarters on Camp Humphreys, South Korea.

  • May

    Rachel Napolitan's official staff photo.

    Rachel Napolitan Named USACE Public Affairs Officer of the Year

    Rachel Napolitan, Chief of Public Affairs for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Far East District (USACE FED), was named the 2024 USACE Public Affairs Officer of the Year April 25, 2025. The award is the highest individual honor within the USACE Public Affairs Community of Practice.

  • April

    Contracting specialists speaking at a contracting event.

    PPS and USFK Acquisition Partners host Joint Industry Day in South Korea

    In partnership with Public Procurement Service (PPS), United States Forces Korea (USFK) Acquisition Partners including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) Contracting – Korea, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Indo-Pacific and 411th Contracting Support Brigade (CSB) hosted Joint Industry Day April 9, 2025, at the Seoul Regional Public Procurement Service building in Seoul, South Korea. Over 200 potential contractors attended the event.