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  • April

    Photo of Staff Sgt. Kidam Paik

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Staff Sgt. Kidam Paik

    When Staff Sgt. Kidam Paik was contemplating his future career, he wanted to ensure it would benefit society. Hence, he decided to pursue a degree in road development. Kidam’s ambition was to build road systems in low- and middle-income countries to improve their infrastructures. Driven by a desire to build real roads, he followed a metaphorical path to USACE FED as a SkillBridge intern.

  • March

    While at FED, Lee visited several project sites around Camp Humphreys, including hangars, barracks, and school, where she engaged with the teams on ground and photographed their work.

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Capt. Rachel Lee

    Capt. Rachel Lee, a U.S. Army Military Police Officer (31A), is leveraging the Skillbridge program to explore her interest in public affairs career as she transitions from military to civilian life.

  • 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.

  • August

    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 employees at a STEAM event at a local school on Camp Humphreys

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Master Sgt. Joshua Horton

    After 26-years of serving America, Master Sgt. Joshua Horton, a recent SkillBridge intern through the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, has decided to transition from Soldier to civilian life.