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Military Careers

*For information regarding military service, stop by the Career Center. 

Recruiters are on our campus on a regular basis.

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Military Service Academies

 

The U.S. Navy

  • Building a strong future-The Navy pays up to $50,000 in benefits towards a college degree.  Sailors can earn college credits while they serve in the Navy.

  • Explore larger world-Visit foreign ports and American cities.  Enjoy recreational facilities and equipment.

  • Embrace responsibilities-There are more than 60 Navy jobs.  Use and protect millions of dollars worth of equipment. Others will rely on you for their safety and effectiveness.  Become a developed leader.

  • Navy Benefits-30 days of paid vacation, receive bonuses for enlistment or re-enlistment in certain critical jobs, receive advanced training at little or no cost to you, mental and dental care provided, free or low-cost entertainment and recreational facilities, save money when shopping at military grocery stores and department stores, receive housing and food allowances, opportunities for promotions based on abilities, and excellent retirement program with qualifying years of experience.

  • Merchant Marines: U.S. Merchant Marine Academy 

  • Navy: U.S. Naval Academy 

  • https://www.navy.com/

 

The U.S. Coast Guard

  • Qualifications-Must be a U.S. citizen between the ages of 17 and 27, have a high school diploma, have no more than two dependents, take and pass the ASVAB test, and take and pass a medical exam.

  • Boot Camp-Boot camp is 8 weeks long, you will learn first aid, fire fighting, weapons handling, and practical seamanship.  Attend daily physical fitness classes and practice water survival techniques

  • Coast Guard: U.S. Coast Guard Academy 

  • https://www.uscg.mil/

 

The U.S. Air Force

  • Training-Learn to become a Special Forces Combat Diver at Key West Naval Air Station in Florida.  Study at U.S. Army Basic Airborne School in Georgia. Practice at the Military FreeFall School in Arizona, and learn Air Force Combat Survival at the Air Force base in Washington.

  • Qualifications-U.S. citizen, must be a volunteer, must be a male, have a general score of at least 43 on the ASVAB test, and must be able to pass a Class III flight physical.

  • Air Force: U.S. Air Force Academy 

  • https://www.airforce.com/

 

The U.S. Marines

  • Programs-If looking to become a Marine there are many different programs you can enlist in such as Infantry, Infantry Support, Communications/Electronics Repair, Electronics Technician, Legal Administration, Transportation, Public Affairs, Military Police, Data Systems, Construction, and Utilities, Audio/Visual Systems, Aviation Mechanic, Aviation Support, Service Management, Electronic Warfare/Intel, and Food Services. 

  • Delayed Entry Program-If you're qualified for a particular enlistment option and interested in becoming a Marine, but need to get things together or finish school, consider the delayed entry program.  This program allows you to prepare for the challenge of becoming a Marine and counts toward your total military service obligation.

  • https://www.marines.com/

 

The U.S. Army

  • Skilled Groups-Become a linguist, satellite communications specialist, medical technician, or a heavy equipment operator.The Army-The Army is a great place to get started on your career.  If you've taken courses but haven't worked in your field, here's an opportunity to gain on-the-job experience while you learn the latest techniques.  You'll be earning income as soon as you join. Once in the army, you can earn promotions, additional pay, and receive 30 days paid vacation a year. Talk to your local Army recruiter today about the nearly 200 Military Occupational Specialties available.               

  • https://www.goarmy.com/

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