Military Resources
Military Resources
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Fast Facts...
Fast Facts...
The Army ROTC is one of the nation’s biggest scholarship grantors and provides $376 million in scholarship money to more than 15,000 students each year (US News, 2019).
Entry-level Army privates make around $20,172 a year while Air Force generals make around $189,600 a year. However, base pay is only part of their compensation as they often also receive allowances for housing, food, and uniforms (Business Insider, 2019).
Two in five employers said they planned to actively recruit US veterans for their organizations in 2018 (Career Builder, 2018).
The unemployment rate for veterans was down to 4.4 percent in May of 2021 from 5.3% in April (US Department of Labor, 2021).
Is the military a good fit for me?
Is the military a good fit for me?
Deciding to enlist in the military is a big decision, and it’s important to fully understand what you’re signing up for before making the commitment. Read this article and explore these websites to learn more about what you should consider when deciding if the military is a good fit for you.
ARTICLE: 6 Things to Consider when Researching the Best Military Branch
WEBSITE TO EXPLORE: https://www.todaysmilitary.com/
WEBSITE TO EXPLORE: https://www.military.com/
Enlisting in the Military
Enlisting in the Military
To enlist, you’ll need to go to a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) after speaking with a military recruiter. Watch the video below and then skim through the following sections to learn more about the steps you take to enlist in the military.
Questions to consider:
What are some things you’ll need to do to prepare for your MEPS visit?
James knows that he is going to a MEPS in a few weeks, but he’s not entirely sure what he will be doing there. What do you tell him?
What can you expect after you’ve completed your MEPS visit?
Working in the Military and finding a career AFTER Military service
Working in the Military and finding a career AFTER Military service
"While military jobs vary in terms of responsibility, each is essential to accomplish the overall mission of defending our country. It’s also important to note that about 85 percent of these roles do not involve direct combat." We invite you to explore these careers, learn about compensation and pay, and discover how the skills you learn in the Military can help prepare you for civilian employment afterward.You have a wide variety of jobs to choose from when it comes to working in the military. Scroll down the page to Browse Career Fields and select a field you’re interested in. Then, click on a career that you may want to pursue and answer the questions that follow.
WEBSITE TO EXPLORE: https://www.todaysmilitary.com/careers-benefits
Questions to consider:
In what branch(es) of the military can you hold this position?
What military status do you need to get this position - enlisted or officer?
Does your military job prepare you for a civilian career?
ROTC Programs
ROTC Programs
While you can join the military right after high school, you can also join an ROTC program, which allows you to attend college and train for the military simultaneously! There are many benefits of joining the military using this route. Watch the video on this page. Then, skim through the article that covers the ROTC program for the military branch you’re interested in.
ARTICLE: https://www.todaysmilitary.com/education-training/rotc-programs
Questions to consider:
What are the benefits of joining an ROTC program?
Cadet Ryan Cho mentions that he is in the Split Option Program. What does this program allow you to do?
What skills do you think are necessary to succeed in an ROTC program?
Have questions? Want to talk about this option some more? Click on the link below to schedule a meeting.
Have questions? Want to talk about this option some more? Click on the link below to schedule a meeting.
Ms. Moyer, Career Facilitator
Office: C123 (across from the Art Room)
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