7-Eleven wants to give a military veteran a franchise

If you’ve always dreamed of owning a franchise, 7-Eleven might help you get started.

The Dallas-based home of the Big Gulp is launching its second annual “Operation Take Command” contest for veterans looking to open their own convenience store.

One winner will get a 7-Eleven franchise valued at up to $190,000.

Interested veterans can enter online at http://www.VeteransFranchiseGiveaway.com now through Feb. 26, 2016. The winner will be announced in June. To qualify, you must must be age 21 or older, a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, an honorably discharged veteran, have excellent credit and at least three years of leadership, retail or restaurant experience.