Your decision to join the U.S. Marines will have life-changing implications. The lessons you learn in the military about yourself and the world around you will make an indelible impression on you for life. The United States Marine Corps has always been an expeditionary naval force ready to defend the nation's interests overseas. Marines are a highly exclusive, highly … [Read more...]
National Guard Pay
Whether it's your first job or the next phase in your military career, the Guard offers excellent pay. Your earnings depend on your rank, your job and even your education level. The higher you go, the more you make. Make great money while serving your country. Every day, every hour you serve, you'll be adding even more to your paycheck. Take a look at all the different ways … [Read more...]
Air Force Special Tactics
The Air Force's Special Tactics teams consist of airmen from four different career fields: Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen, Special Operations Weathermen and Tactical Air Control Party. Each of these special operations career fields requires specialized intensive training. Click on the following links to get the details the training for each of these elite career … [Read more...]
Process In – MEPS
Before you enlist with the Marine Corps, you will first process in at one of the 65 MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Stations). Once you have gone through initial questioning phases with your recruiter and have discussed your options, your recruiter will set an appointment for you to go to the nearest MEPS. Here you will take the ASVAB, have a physical, and (if you pass) - … [Read more...]
Ace the ASVAB
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a multiple-choice test designed to evaluate your skills in ten areas. In the Marines, you will have a job which is referred to as an MOS. MOS is an acronym for Military Occupational Specialty. The job opportunities open to you in the Marines will be determined by your score on the ASVAB. To enlist with in the Marine … [Read more...]