Coast Guard - Coast Guard Reserves

Local Recruiter: YN1 Lauren Shields, Lauren.A.Shields@uscg.mil, 847-626-5113

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The Coast Guard is a maritime force offering military, law enforcement, humanitarian, regulatory and diplomatic capabilities.  Full time service commitment.  

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The Coast Guard Reserve typically  trains and serves  near home, offering the chance to contribute part time and make a difference.  Part time service commitment.


Service Commitment

Full Time

Full-time members of the Military typically live on base or in military housing. They can also live on ships or in homes off base.

Part Time

Part-time service members include the Reserve and National Guard, and train one weekend per month and two weeks per year.