A job in the Army is called a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) and has a number and letter code associated with it. For example, an Infantryman is also called an 11B (eleven-bravo). Once you have your Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) scores you can choose a MOS that you qualified for. There are over 4,000 job options in the United States Army. The … [Read more...]
Step 5 : Process In
Visit one of the 65 MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Stations) located nationwide and in Puerto Rico. This is where you go to enlist in the Army. Here you will find out if you qualify physically and choose a Military Occupation Specialties (MOS) . The MOS may impact where you are stationed for Basic Training. This is also where you will be sworn in to the United States … [Read more...]
Step 4 : Ace the ASVAB
What is the ASVAB and why is it important? The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a multiple-choice test designed to evaluate your skills in certain areas to help place you in the most appropriate career field. In the Army you will have a job which is referred to as an Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). The job opportunities open to you in the Army … [Read more...]
Step 2 : Choose the Right Path
The U.S. Army is made of committed Enlisted Soldiers and Officers serving together to protect America's freedoms and to preserve the peace. This kind of commitment makes each and every one of these Soldiers the embodiment of selfless service. In the simplest terms, the Army has three categories of Soldiers: Enlisted Soldiers, Warrant Officers and Commissioned Officers. Each … [Read more...]
Step 3 : Talk To A Recruiter
Talking to an Army Recruiter is a good opportunity to ask specific questions that relate to your situation. Recruiters will make it easy to find out if the Army is right for you. They will help you to tailor your Army experience to meet your goals, wants and needs. Whether it is Active Duty or Army Reserve, or a certain length of service you are interested they will help you … [Read more...]