Three Ford Veterans having a conversation by a Ford F-150

Our Commitment to Veterans

It’s an exciting time at Ford Motor Company and we need people like you to be a part of our transformation. We value your military experience, and your leadership, reliability, and resilience are what we need.

It’s an exciting time at Ford Motor Company and we need people like you to be a part of our transformation. We value your military experience, and your leadership, reliability, and resilience are what we need.

Black and white photo of veterans lined up next to Ford cars from 1946

Ford Supports Veterans

Ford has long history of supporting the military, dating as far back as 1919, when Henry Ford began to hire disabled veterans returning from World War I. During WWII, we repurposed facilities to make much-needed military equipment and today, we actively recruit Veterans for career opportunities and our Veteran Network Group offers a supportive community.

Military Moments

Proud to Honor

You’re proud to serve. We’re proud to honor. Ford Proud to Honor, our military support initiative, raises awareness, strengthens existing programs and creates an even more meaningful connection with our service members.   

Rosie the Riveter

Rosie the Riveter, the muscle-flexing woman exclaiming “We Can Do It” in the famous World War II poster, was inspired by a Ford employee at Ford’s Willow Run bomber plant named Rose Will Monroe. She has become an icon not only for women who kept the U.S. factories rolling during wartime, but for all women of strength and determination. 

Man with crutches looking inside 1945 Ford vehicle

Disabled American Veterans (DAV®)

Ford’s support for Disabled American Veterans (DAV®) spans nearly 100 years. The relationship began when Henry Ford provided Model Ts so DAV members could attend their annual convention. Today, Ford continues to provide funding and vehicle donations to help transport veterans to their medical appointments.  

Meet Some of Our Ford Veterans

Todd Brooks, Global Technology Manager

As a global technology manager at Ford and a deployed U.S. Navy Reserve Force intelligence supervisor, Todd has two serious careers. Thankfully, they complement each other in many ways.

Erin Meadows, Senior Paralegal

Erin is used to going above and beyond as a paralegal at Ford and in the U.S. Navy.

Veterans at Ford