What are the pros and cons of joining the navy?
The Army is the way I went, and I'm not dead... That said I guess i would tell you Navy. I have a friend in the Navy, he seems to like it sometimes. Although he does complain about boredom a lot. The thing about either of those two branches is that you are still going to be sent overseas, most likely depending on your MOS. My friend in the Navy is going to be stationed somewhere in Africa soon. Also a lot of Air Force personnel are currently in the middle east. Also you need to ask yourself if this is going to be a 4 year thing or a career. If a career you need to look into possible jobs while in that particular branch to see if there is a job you could see yourself doing for 20 or so years. Also take into account the rate of advancement within each branch. I am almost certain that in order of fastest advancement to slowest it is Army, Navy, Air Force, US Marine Corps. You should also consider that whatever you sign up to do, you are not guaranteed that position or job. The military only has to give you a chance to test into that job. If you don't make it in whatever your first choice is the military can place you in whatever positions they need to be filled within that branch. I guess I will end with, if you let "yahoo answers" make your decision for you you're not going to be happy in the end with what you chose. I think that military service is a wonderful thing, and the fear of death is a valid one, but don't let it rule your choice because you don't know all the risks involved in all the jobs in all the branches, and you won't know where you will be stationed. Think long and hard about this, and make the choice for yourself. Good luck, and thanks in advance for your choice to serve.
What are the pros / cons of joining the navy at 32 ?
Navy boot camp is not that physically intensive, but it can be rough if you're out of shape. At 32 many options, such as SEAL and nuke will be effectively closed to you. The roughest part is being with punks fresh out of high school, who think they know everything and oftentimes don't really "get" what teamwork, hard work, and dedication are until long after their training is over. Especially as a junior member you will be their peers, however most chiefs and others in charge have a clue and won't treat you entirely like them, because it's obvious you're older and have had a job before and so have some responsibility. If your recruiter told you he's going to make you an E4 (probably as a nuke) he's most likely lying. He will promise you an age waiver for the nuke program, again he's lying. They are very rarely granted and it's no skin off his nose, you're already trapped in at that point. Remember, if it ain't guaranteed to you in writing at MEPS (not by your recruiter but by the people who write the contract) then it's not gonna happen. If you're looking to make a career of the military you will likely not like the pay cut you'll be getting, even if you are married E3 or E4 pay with BAH (housing allowance for living offbase) is still not going to be what your civilian job most likely pays. Try to avoid ratings with low advancement potential (you can look up the ratings with the best potential at www.navyadvancement.com or www.advancement.cnet.navy.mil or in the Navy Times). Ratings with really good potential are often undermanned, this can mean the specialties have low retention and the working environment isn't that great. The submarine fleet is a good example. It is relatively easy to make E-5 in 3 years and E-6 in 6 or 7 but there's a reason. Retention is not that high in the submarine fleet because the work is perilous and wears at you after awhile. So you can always pick a job with great advancement potential, but you may not want to stay in it long enough to get that high. At the very least you can earn college credits for your training through the ACE partnership and you may gain a security clearance, which is an extremely marketable item post military.
What are the pros and cons of joining the Navy?
For every pro, there is a con for many people. The armed forces are like life in general, but with greater payoffs (experiences and skill building) and chances for greater losses (many jobs are damned dangerous). I would be a liar if I said that I loved every assignment, every mission, every meal, every commanding officer or shipmate. Do you get the idea? Much like any job, there are ups and downs, good and bad, likes and extreme dislikes. In my 20+ years, the Navy gave me some of the best training I have ever had. Jungle survival training in the Philippines comes to mind. I went to a lot of Pacific Rim countries multiple times. I met men and women whom I will never forget, and some I could not wait to get away from. The bottom line is that to do the fun stuff and “see the world”, one gives up some personal freedoms (grooming standards, rank structure, guaranteed duty assignments, time off, etc.) while defending those same freedoms for other Americans. For me, the freedoms I gave up were greatly outweighed by what I got to do, where I got to do it, and most importantly WHO I got to do that stuff with. Pay and benefits are acceptable, but not up to Silicon Valley standards. You will not become a millionaire on a Navy salary, without going to Ft. Leavenworth, KS. You WILL wear a uniform, you WILL have your hair cut to a standard which may not be to your liking, but you will have company in your misery. If one spends a 4 year tour in the Navy, and gets out without at least a few good skills, some friends, and some good memories (“Sea Stories”), that was a wasted 4 years of one’s life. The Navy, like any job ultimately is what one makes of it. Work hard, get promoted, build some skills, make some friends, go some places, do some things, and then get out if you must. At least the time spent will help you in whatever you do after the Navy, and you will ALWAYS have those friends and those Sea Stories.
Pros and Cons of Joining the US Navy?
I am a high school senior in Oregon, looking forward to joining the navy this summer. ( 2 more months of high school yes!! ) What are the Pros and Cons? Am I likely to die? What are the GOOD JOBS to get?? I do not want to be in a submarine ( they are in the water for like 6 months ew!! ) I want a job that gives experience for civilian jobs.. maybe aviation or operation specialist? Is Boot Camp HARD? What if i don't pass the Push-Ups portion?? Will I be denied entree to join the NAVY? I run the 1.5 mile under 8 minutes which is amazing good.. ( I am a track and cross country runner ) I can do sit ups EASILY HOWEVER!! I can only do like 30 push ups.... seriously that is my max.. I am working my butt off to get that up fast. But i just wanna know what will happen if i don't pass the push ups but Ace the mile run and sit ups. I know it's a lot of questions but thanks!! Some Misc INFO! I am 17 years old. Scored a 68 on the ASVAB Done with MEPS, waiting for job. I am extremely scorny on my upper body, can only do 20-30 push ups i run 1.5 mile in 7:30 :) FAST HEHE :) 118 lbs 5'6 height... yes i am tiny i am male. let me know..!
Pros and cons of joining the navy seals?
I'm not a navy seal, nor will I attempt to play one on TV. This what I found out from friends that were: Navy Seals have a proud history compared to the rest of the navy. To join, is hell in itself. The training is long, grueling, sometimes dangerous, and eventually rewarding if you make it through. If you do finish the entire training pipeline, you will then go to your unit and expect to be deployed on a very irregular basis. True the deployments may be shorter than conventional units but you most likely will be out "training" or conducting operations more than conventional units also. Comradere is big within the teams. You will get close with your buddies no matter what. You'll attend each weddings, children's birthdays, etc... and funerals. Get used to that. True, they do get more pays than everyone else but they have EARNED them. Jump Pay, Dive Pay, Hazardous duty pay, family separation pay. They also get the cool toys. Just remember, they use those cool toys for a reason... As far as getting out, certain government agencies will hire you for your skills. Also, private security firms look for former Special Ops Guys. Hope this helps
Pros and cons of being a woman and joining the navy.?
I'm 14 and debating on if I should join the navy before starting college and my profession. I am a girl and hope to do this as my sister (Army), dad (Navy), and grandpa (Army) have done. I would love to show my respect for the country and feel as if I mean something to life. I want to do something with my life and I feel this is the best way. I know some about the navy, boot camp, and being stationed as my sister has explained. I would love if someone could go into detail of maybe their experience of being in service especially and maybe some pro and cons. Thanks :)
What are some pros and cons of joining the USAF?
Pros:Good moneyGood outlook on your job outside of the militaryRespect from civilians and your familyLife skills not offered anywhere elseFree education (it’s encouraged you get a degree)Basic training and tech school also add credits to your degreeTechnical training for freeFree dorm room and food along with clothing allowanceGenerally good quality of life on baseCons:12 hour work shifts if neededTime away from family and home for extended periods of timePaperworkEndless acronyms and more paperworkSome bases are in the middle of nowhereGenerally the suck of being in the military which would apply to all branches, however, with the Air Force the suck is only temporary (training) or having a crappy workplaceComplacency