Which Military Branch is best for me?
Hello, I'll just give a little background information about me... -I'm currently 17, life scout, going on eagle. -I've held some positions as a leader. -Currently in DECA. -I'm not in any sports at the moment -I've attended National youth leadership training. -I find myself very computer literate.(I've taught myself basic networking, and 1 scripting language, ect) ...and there are most likely a few other good points about me. But the reason I am here, is to ask the yahoo comunity what branch of the military would suit me best. I want to basically become a better person than I am today. I have realized that takes going away from home, and preforming and doing exactly what your body tells you not to do... such as skydiving, getting up early, staying on top of things. I also want to learn a trade, whether that be aircraft mechanic, armor mechanic, vehicle pilot, anything. I also want to have some type of enjoyment of life. But possibly not as much as the air force has. In the army I hear you're deployed most likely out of country for anywhatsoever reason the federal government wants done. I've also noted that this is the largest branch, with the most amount of stuff to do. In the navy I hear 90% of the time you're crammed onto a boat and set to sea...Not very appealing unless someone thinks otherwise. The only reason I'd join the marines is if I actually wanted to go into combat. I have considered it, however it does also deal with boats, and cramped areas. Along with more difficult training. Finally I hear the air force is like 50% maintenance, 40% transportation, 10% combat. It is basically like a regular civilian lifestyle, unless you're deployed out of country. Personally im looking for something fun, new, government oriented, and not too relaxed, but still challenging. Also I would like to go threw ROTC but I dont think I make the competitive requirements. Literally the perfect life for me would be, go to the military, retire after 20 years, work for the pentagon 'til I offically retire.
Which military branch do you think is right for me?
It is nearly impossible for anyone to "tell you" what branch is best for you. You need to sort it out for yourself. From you post you mentioned three jobs that are found in the Army, Air Force and Navy, then you throw in two others that are limited to Army and Marine Corps. You have time. You need to think about what skill set you really want to develop and which job you would enjoy doing all the time. The kay to having a successful career is finding out what you like to do, then doing it, versus suffering through a daily grind of doing something just for a check. One last thing. If you can carry that GPA through the end of high school you can qualify for either ROTC or a service academy, and doing the service as a commissioned officer is obviously going to make more sense. If you decide to try for a service academy you will need to get busy in the next six months. The deadline to apply for admissions to any of the service academies happens in the fall of your senior year. Get started now. Good luck to you.
What Military Branch is right for me?
Hello I am 22 years old and recently have been seriously considering joining the Military. Right now I'm leaning towards the Navy. From what I've read it seems like the AF is a hot commodity, however i have a dui from about 2 years ago (young dumb mistake) and from what i've heard, AF is pretty strict on who they are allowing in right now. (i know they can give you a waiver, but iv actually asked a recruiter and he said my chances werent likely due to the stiff recruiting lately.) I am looking for combat training and interesting stuff like that, but life AFTER the military is one of my main priorities as well. So its very important for me to chose something that will make a good transition into civilian life. Ever since i was a kid, i have always been intrigued by the SEALs. Yes, i know this is no easy task, but i am the type of person who likes to push myself past my limits and always wanted to give it a shot. But again, from what i've read in the past few days, it seems like the SEALs don't really transfer well to civilian life. Like I said, i am leaning towards the Navy as of right now. Ive heard they have better training and promote based on testing, unlike the Army who just promotes based on time served (i have no clue, thats just what i've read). However, idk how i feel about being on a boat for months on end.. Anyways, I want to get peoples opinion. I know i eventually have to talk to a recruiter for detailed information, but for some reason i get the feeling that he/she might be like a car salesman, since they have to fill certain positions (which may or may not be right for me). Any advise or suggestions? Anything would be appreciated. Thanks! (sorry for the lengthiness)
What military branch would be best for me?
Based on the info you gave, I would say the Army or the Coast Guard.The general opinion most people will give for which service will give you the best law enforcement experience is the Army. That may just be because the Army is the largest service, so it has the most people who will support it by default as veterans. I’ve heard Army military police will give you the closest thing to a civilian law enforcement experience, though keep in mind it is anything but civilian law enforcement- It’s an entirely different beast altogether.What may be a better option, and one that’s easy to overlook, is the Coast Guard. For the most part, they function as an actual law enforcement organization, and are the only service that can operate domestically. I would say that is going to get you the most relevant law enforcement experience, and, at least if I were hiring, would look most impressive on a law enforcement resume.
What military branch would be the best to join?
Well if you want to travel to different ports, but be at sea 98% of the time then go Navy. Air force you can do a good bit of traveling but they pick your job pretty much for you. As for the army you could travel and pick the job you want and that will be the job you get. If you don't want a combat job don't pick it. As for the marines I am not real sure how it works for them. Call a recruiter and just ask them. If you don't want them hasseling you leave them a fake name and #.
How do you choose a military branch?
The services have different jobs, that is obvious. Aside from the job you are doing, the biggest difference is the “attitude”.The Air Force is the closest thing to a civilian job and life of the 4 major branches (sorry Coast Guard, leaving you out). There are some jobs in the Air Force that are the exception (Para-Rescue) but generally it is a job. It has the best facilities, best food, least deployments, shortest deployments, newest equipment, least chance of getting killed in combat, etc.The Navy would be the next step in the chain. Very similar to the Air Force when on shore duty. At sea it depends on the vessel you are on. Submarine life can be very sparse; Air Craft Carrier life is much more lush. Similarly very easy basic training (like the Air Force, usually stationed on the coast, long times at sea (during your sea duty), best service to actually see some of the world (And lots and lots and lots and lots of water). Oh, and Navy Seals!The Army is what everyone thinks of when the don’t have any other reference to go on but movies and stuff. Lots of combat type jobs, also has R.E.M.F. (google it) jobs. You can be on the front lines or in the rear with the gear. Most and longest deployments, lots of field/training time, tough basic training (significantly changes who you are), fastest enlisted promotions (Pick the right MOS), crappy food and facilities, especially when deployed. And…Delta Force!The Marines… you do not “join” the Marines like you do the other branches…you “Become” a Marine. Their basic training is the hardest and every Marine is an infantry man/woman first and foremost. Lots of deployments, tons of training, toughest basic training (literally changes who you are), worst food and facilities (unless you are on a ship), and as a kicker, the best dress uniforms bar none. And…MARSOCAir Force - Respect - B; Training Toughness - D; Quality of Life -ANavy - Respect - C; Training Toughness - C; Quality of Life - A-Army - Respect - A; Training Toughness - A; Quality of Life - CMarines - Respect - A+; Training Toughness - A+; Quality of Life - DI hope that helps!
What US military branch is right for me? I want to join to lead men, for the brotherhood and relationships, to serve the country I love, to avoid a boring desk job, and to serve God and my country. I am mentally tough and have no fear.
As obvious as it may seem, from what you put down, USMC. And as my favorite branch. In fact you named any of the branches, including Merchant Marine and Coast Guard. But NONE can guarantee you won’t end up at a desk job. By the way they are anything but boring, if you go Army and sign up for Human Intelligence Gather or interrogator, you will train for 6 months in Az learning another language, parachuting, small arms expert and half dozen other things including typing, lol. So every MOS has a records, support service side. Some are at desk and some are in tanks.Brotherhood= ARMY- SF,Rangers,AB,Riggers,INFANTRY,CAVALRY,PilotsNAVY- SEALS,SEABEES,Pilots,SUB,ANY SHIPAIR FORCE- Pj’s, FO,PILOTSMARINE CORPS- MARINE CORPSSo ya got your hands full trying to pick a branch entirely off your list. What type of education do you have? Have you taken the ASVAB yet? Thats going to determine, not you , what branch and what job you will be doing. Any rank above E4 will give you the begining of leading a squad or so. If you want rank fast go to KP duty, make E5 in no time.Any of them are good. Good luck on your future. Remember there isn't any rule against joining each one, your time will still accumulate as one. America is lucky to have a young person like yourself.
What military branch is best for chaplains?
I just turned eighteen and will be enrolling into college in the fall to study religion. Afterwards I plan on attending seminary to pursue a masters in theology. While I originally wanted to be a civilian church pastor, I have become increasingly interested in the military Chaplain Corps. I'm not physically fit, by any means - I'm over 260 lbs and 6'4" tall, with an estimated body fat percentage of 34%. I can and am willing to put forth the effort to be qualified for basic training, which will generally entail me losing about 10% body fat, or about 55 lbs. It is, after all, a minimum of nine years to even qualify as a candidate for any Chaplain program. I've spoken with an Army recruiter who is helping me discern whether the Chaplain corps is right for me. I do have a question. I have a very strong passion to be around soldiers in particularly stressful situations. It's where I feel the Chaplain is needed most. So I am not at all afraid of being put with combat-active soldiers. With my physical condition, however, I'm not sure how tenable that is. Which branch would be the best blend of physical condition (difficulty of basic training) and personal goals (serving high-stress soldiers)?